Andrea Hooper-Carr

Andrea Hooper-Carr

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Andrea Hooper-Carr is the principal of Ōpunakē High School in rural Taranaki, New Zealand. Under her leadership, the school achieved the highest statistics pass rate in the country, thanks to a focus on positive student engagement and a strong support system for learners facing socio-economic challenges. Hooper-Carr emphasizes the importance of relationships between staff and students, cultivating an environment where students feel valued and motivated to excel academically. Her efforts in fostering a culture of care and high expectations have garnered recognition, including a commendation in the New Zealand Education Excellence Awards.

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Principal Andrea Hooper-Carr told the Herald its success was the result of 'really good teaching practice'.

Schools by subject: NCEA achievement for every subject at every school
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-22
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