A west Auckland Maori immersion school is finally getting its own site after 19 years.
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Te Kotuku started its life at Hoani Waititi marae and became a stand-alone school in 2004.
Board of Trustees chair Tara Hape says the kura moved to a Korean church and has been operating from Rutherford High School, as a search was carried out for suitable land to build on.
She told Waatea News that to finally have new premises is a tribute to those who have been loyal to the kura over the years.
Ms Hape says Maori king Tuheitia will open the new school premises on 15 April.
