Education.

The system of Education adopted in Westland is the same as that carried out in other parts of New Zealand, and is maintained by the general Government of the colony. It is of the most liberal character and special endowment reserves have been set apart for educational purposes. The head school of Westland is in Hokitika, and is attended by upwards of 400 children, out of a population of about 3000 souls. There are also 25 branch schools, superintended and taught by about 50 teachers of all grades. The average number of scholars on the roll being about 3500.