A new primary school will open in Rolleston in 2026.

The Rolleston South Primary School is being built in stages and will have an initial 250 places on the roll, with the potential to accommodate 1,000 students.

Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg said, “I am thrilled that children and teachers will be getting much needed extra classroom space to provide a world-leading education.”

“Our Government is ensuring funding for enough teaching spaces in primary and secondary schools in Rolleston to keep up with future growth,” Grigg said.

“Rolleston is one of the fastest growing towns in New Zealand so this announcement will ease some of the pressure on our school system. Funding for a new primary school in Rolleston is yet another commitment to grow education facilities in the region,” she said.

The Ministry of Education will be calling for nominations for an Establishment Board. When appointed, the Board will work with the community to develop the vision and values for the school and determine how it will operate.