The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
The Otapiri Public School
The Otapiri Public School was built in 1900, and consists of a small wood and iron building with one classroom and porch, situated about four miles from Centre Bush. There is accommodation for about forty pupils, and in 1904 there were thirty-five names on the roll. A small residence for the teacher adjoins the school.