Our Vision Statement High quality, equal learning opportunities in a supportive environment We value Diversity | Value and affirm culture, interests, and abilities of the children | Staff | Staff are this schools greatest asset | Teaching and Learning | Setting the foundations to enable each child to reach his/her potential Enjoyable learning experiences | Communication and Relationships | In staff, Board, and community working openly & harmoniously together to achieve our vision statement | Environment | Providing a safe and caring environment Maximising the resources to provide a creative and stimulating environment |
Our Direction StatementRata Street School Board of Trustees and staff are committed to providing all children with: A desire to learn encouraged by a variety of learning experiences; including regular education outside the classroom and a strong commitment to affirmation in the classroom. All curriculum areas will be covered according to national guidelines. High achievement in written language, reading and maths A high level of personal and social skills (refer the NZ Curriculum Framework page 19-20) Significant experience of music, drama, dance, visual art, physical education and sport Close monitoring of physical well-being including regular programmes on basic health issues Significant experience in Information Technology Significant exposure to the variety of cultures present within the Rata Street community ensuring that all those cultures are affirmed and valued.
Our Expectations of Achievement of MaoriAchievement targets for Maori students are set at the same level as for all students. We expect the achievement of Maori students at each level to be in proportion (or better) with their representation in the school. All reasonable steps will be taken to provide instruction in tikanga Maori and te reo Maori. Our Strategic GoalsNAG one - Curriculum NAG three – Employer Responsibilities NAG four – Financial and Property Management Strategic Goal 4 To ensure long term viability and financial security of the school Strategic Goal 5 To seek extra and alternative funding Strategic Goal 6 To develop the environment to reflect the teaching and learning needs of staff and students, and the strategic direction of the school
Our Local GoalsLocal Goal 1 To continue to develop consultation strategies with community (but specifically with Maori & Pasifika families in mind Local Goal 2 To work towards providing family support structures acknowledging the multi cultural elements of our school Local Goal 3 To provide effective governance of the schoolLocal Goal 4To encourage parental involvement in the school
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