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Charity Summary

Charity Details

Legal name of the Charity:

Franklin Montessori Trust

Registration number:

CC64499

NZBN number:

N/A

Current Status:

Registered

Registration details

Date of Registration:

8/04/2026

Balance Date:

March 31

Address for service

Charity's Postal Address:

19 Birch Road

Pukekohe

2120

Charity's other details

Areas of Operation:

Nationwide

Organisation with a focus on the following communities:

Kaupapa Māori

Affiliation with iwi and/or hapū, Focuses on outcomes for Māori

Pasifika

Ethnic Communities

View Charity Link:

https://www.register.charities.govt.nz/Charity/CC64499

Purpose & Structure

Charitable Purpose

Relieving poverty by Providing equitable access to quality Montessori education for tamariki and whānau who experience socio-economic disadvantage. This includes reducing financial barriers to education through low-fee or subsidised enrolment options, access to learning materials, and support services that promote independence, dignity, and long-term wellbeing. The Society draws on its experience establishing a Montessori school that prioritises inclusion and support for underserved communities.

Note: The main sectors, activities and beneficiaries are bolded.

Activities:

Provides buildings / facilities / open space

Provides advice / information / advocacy

Sectors:

Education / training / research

Beneficiaries:

Children / young people

People of a certain ethnic / racial origin

Legal Structure

Charitable Trusts incorporated under the Charitable Trusts Act

Annual Returns

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Officer Details

Officers

Officer Name	Position	Effective Date
Gabriel Leota	Trustee	3/03/2026
Meleane Tupou Moeakiola	Trustee	3/03/2026
Pauliasi Moeakiola	Chair	28/01/2026

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Charity Documents

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