Intermediate schools exist in Kaitaia, Kaikohe, Dargaville, Whangārei and Kamo.
Several Kura Kaupapa Māori schools exist in the region, all but one in the Far North District.
In New Zealand schools, students begin formal education in Year 1 at the age of five.
State schools are those fully funded by the government and at which no fees can be charged, although a donation is commonly requested.
The Whangarei District covers the east and centre of the Northland region.