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Our values
We want everyone to feel the Pūmanawatanga (heartbeat/vibe) of our school. A healthy heartbeat is established when the following values are lived through our actions.
Looping and our River System
At Waimairi, we recognise the crucial role that strong partnerships play — both between whānau and teachers, and between teachers and learners. Extensive international research confirms that these relationships are key drivers of learner success and wellbeing.
We bring these partnerships to life in two key ways.
Mana Whenua and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Waimairi School recognises Ngāi Tahu as Mana Whenua and we consult with the Ngāi Tūāhuriri Education Committee as part of our commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Kete o Aoraki.
Our team is committed to all children having equitable access to education. Most recent ERO report. Read
Inclusive practice
Learning to learn (SOLO Taxonomy)
The majority of research shows that If children know…
-What they are learning
-How they are going
-What they need to do next
…then their development is turbocharged. At Waimairi we have a long-term critical friend relationship with leading New Zealand educator Pam Hook. She regularly meets with our staff to help them deepen learning outcomes for our students.
Research base
Waimairi School has invested in long-term relationships with some of the world’s most effective researchers and advisors.