Turakina School has gone election crazy.
The small rural school on the outskirts of Turakina village is one of five schools in the region taking part in Kids Voting, a programme that teaches children about elections and voting.
Principal Margaret McLean said the younger children were taught the basics - such as what elections and voting were - while the senior school dug deeper into the workings of the political system.
"We've had four political parties formed, and they have to write their own manifesto, design their own logo and campaign for election," Mrs McLean said.
"It's good, interactive learning."