Core Values

Students being at the heart of all we do

Manaakitanga:
Working with moral purpose – being responsible, reliable and responsive to the needs of learners in this “learning community.”

Ako:
Students, staff and family / whanau learning together, with and from each other.

Mana motuhake:
Shared aspirations and high expectations of ourselves and our students.

Wananga:
Creating rich, dynamic interactions, sharing and creating new knowledge together.

Pono:
Having self belief and building resilience at all levels as we work towards better outcomes for all students.

Awhinatanga: (Guiding and supporting)
Being respectful and empathetic towards others. Recognising and responding to needs / where views and experiences are acknowledged and valued.

Nga Whakapiringatanga:
Creating an environment that optimises achievement.

Kotahitanga: (Unity and connectedness)
Celebrating diversity, valuing inclusiveness and acceptance of all cultures as we learn together.

Rangatiratanga:
Working in a partnership with our Maori community, through the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, to protect the “taonga” of Maori as the indigenous people of Aotearoa.

Kaupapa Ako:
Learning for sustainability.

Iwi Whanui:
Community – Finding ways to strengthen and enhance partnerships with parents and community to support students’ learning more effectively.

We look forward to your support in helping us achieve this for you and your children.