Marriene Langton Principal/Tumuaki
Welcome back to a new year in our lovely kura. Our goal is to be a locally based school that partners with and is supported by our local community. Everyone who knows us and the last 2 decades of the school's history remarks on the exceptional local community who are a central point for our development and growth. The community is changing in terms of housing and we are now part of the intensive housing projects that have developed across Christchurch City since 2011. We thrive on our close relationships with whanau and local organisations who want to be a part of our journey as a school. Generosity is the key word that we see in action every day to make life better for our tamariki. We do have high expectations for learning and behaviour. Our achievement data over the past few years has been amazing and this is a direct reflection on the relentless work of our kaiako to deliver great teaching programmes every day. Our teachers work closely together and they cross check planning and data. That's why we made it to the Gazette in 2024. We are child development/attachment based and our staff is well trained in how children's brains develop and how we can build amazing relationships with the children in our care. There's a lot of laughter and fun in the classrooms (and in our office with The Fab Five) every day . Please make a point of stopping for great coffee on Friday mornings and take the time to connect with other parents. Haere mai. Welcome to our little corner of paradise
Thursday, April 12, 2018
School Leaders
Koko Time hosted by West Spreydon School.
Our school hosted over 100 teachers from Canterbury at NZEI KOKO Time in February. We learned so much about the language and culture of the peoples of the Pacific and how we can help our Pasifika children to succeed. The food was delicious as always. Special thanks to Angie for her mahi in leading the way to get this organised. I was sweating a bit when I was put on the spot to lead my group in a Pasifika dance off. Not a pretty look but it was fun. Our teachers spent the whole Saturday at school so that they can do an even better job of understanding what a successful school looks like for Pasifika children.
Cycle Safety
Pool Opening Miracle and School Hangi. This is the part when the Principal has a nervous breakdown. It's Johnny Cash time "and the flames grew higher."
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| This is when the Principal has a panic attack. It's Johnny Cash time "and the flames grew higher." |
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| The man with the plan to feed 450 people. Thanks Bill. You are our treasure. |
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| Nick in the state of the art Engine Room |
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| Dad, Scott sets the standard. |
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| Matt. The Champion amongst all the other champions. |
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| The Honourable Minister Dr. Megan Woods. and Stacy from the Pool Committee. |
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| Huntley's swimmers I think. |
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| Our school staff serve the local community to say thank you. |
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| Maybe Christie's first hangi? |
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