Wooden Trees Participating Schools

Kihikihi School is a culturally rich school steeped in the history of the land around them. Their school moto is ‘Kia Manawanui – Be of Big Heart’ and they encourage their tamariki to be ‘He tangata ako, He whaanau ako – learners today, leaders tomorrow’

Korakonui School is a Rural Full Primary School catering for students from Years 1­-8. At Korakonui School we have high but realistic expectations. We work hard to know our learners well and are committed to building the necessary knowledge and competencies for students to thrive and succeed in learning and life.

The core values of Ngahinapouri School are

Resilience – I keep trying

Resourcefulness – I know what to do

Respect – Treat others as I want to be treated

Responsibility – I do my share

The mission of Ngutunui Enviroschool is to inspire curiosity, creative thinking and a love of learning in a safe, respectful and sustainable environment where diversity and individual success is valued.

Paterangi School put children at the heart of all they do, basing every decision, and every course of action on what will make a difference for the children at our school. They keep the learning and personal development of the children of their school, as the most important thing, and don’t let the challenges that others put into the “too hard basket” stop us.  

The students at Pekapekarau are STARS!
They Self Manage
They are Team Players
They Aim High
They are Resilient

Pirongia Schools mission is for every learner to experience an individualised learning journey.  It takes a whole team to inspire our learners to reach their individual summit.  Once at the summit, we are confident that we will have nurtured Connected, Capable and Confident learners ready to begin their next journey.

Pokuru Schools vision is to prepare students to participate confidently in an ever changing society.

Puahue School is a special place for everyone, children, teachers, support staff, parents, and visitors.  We are all committed to doing the very best possible to prepare the children of Puahue School for their future of “learning for life”.

Kukuhia Schools vision is that they would grow their tamariki by “Developing Independence Through Learning.” E wāhi hari kia akongia – Where learning is fun.

St Patrick’s Catholic Schools vision is that every child at St Patrick’s Catholic School will pray, play, create, learn and be happy.

Ko ngā tamaiti o Te Kura Katarika o Te Awamutu, Kia inoi, kia takaro, kia waihanga,  kia ako, kia harikoa

Te Awamutu College are proud of their College and the students who choose to make this their school. Their school motto, Kia Kaha (Ever be strong), provides a clear message to students in the classroom, on the playing field and in life after leaving school.

Te Awamutu Intermediates school’s culture is built around the following expectations:

WE SHOW RESPECT, WE ARE HONEST, WE INCLUDE OTHERS, WE NEVER GIVE UP, WE SEEK EXCELLENCE

These expectations form the acronym S.H.I.N.E.

At Te Awamutu Primary School, also known as TAPS, every learner will have the opportunity, support and guidance to achieve and celebrate their personal best.

Te Wharekura o Nga Purapura o Te Aroha states that each of our Mātāpono provides an opportunity for us all to experience our kura through a worldview that is uniquely ours. It is important we understand the place and relevance our Mātāpono have within our kura and how they contribute to cultivating character, shaping our perspectives and solidifying our actions, not only for our tamariki to succeed, but for all of us.

Te Pahu School say ‘Nā te waiaro he taumata tiketike e – Attitude determines
Altitude’ and strive to inspire their learners to be their very best in all they do. They want to engage their learners, spark their passions, and
provide exciting opportunities, which provides them with a strong sense of identity, and the ability to set goals, give things a go and develop confidence.

Waipa Christian School believe every child is unique and created in God’s image. Their students are capable and confident learners who not only achieve academically but have a heart for their community. A strong Christian faith is nurtured and encouraged. It is integral to their learners’ spiritual development and understanding their identity in Christ.

The vision of Wharepapa South School is to grow and nurture happy successful learners.

“Ko te ohu hoahoa, akotahi, kia whaia ai te angitu”

A community of friendship, united in learning, to pursue success.