The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
The Oreti Plains Public School
The Oreti Plains Public School was founded in 1892, and occupies a site of two acres in a central position at the junction of four cross roads. The building is of wood and iron, and contains two classrooms and a porch, with accommodation for seventy scholars. In 1904, the number on the roll was fifty-nine, and the average attendance forty-eight. The playground contains two shelter-sheds, and there is also a school residence on the property. The head teacher is assisted by a mistress.