Jane Williams | |
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| Born | 1801? Nottingham, England |
| Died | 6 October 1896 Napier, New Zealand |
| Occupation(s) | Missionary and educator |
| Spouse | William Williams |
| Parent(s) | James Nelson and Anna Maria Dale |
Jane Williams (née Nelson; c. 1801 – 6 October 1896) was a pioneering educator in New Zealand. Together with her sister-in-law Marianne Williams, she established schools for Māori children and adults. She also educated the children of the Church Missionary Society in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand.