Nau mai, Haere Mai

Welcome to Whakamārama School, a picturesque rural school located 20 minutes from downtown Tauranga in the sunny Bay of Plenty. 

For us, the success of our school begins with creating a safe place for all and having a shared vision – staff, students, parents, whānau, board of trustees and community members. We encourage positive relationships and live by our mission statement ‘Growing a Positive Learning Attitude’ to ensure that the potential of each student flourishes during their time with us. 

This website is a place where you can find information about our school and where we can communicate with you. Browse our site and get a feel for the learning environment we create for our students.

We welcome inquiries and feedback at any time from school families past, present and future. Please do not hesitate in contacting us if you would like to find out more about our school.   

Ū ki te ako, tu tangata ai apōpō 
Excel in teaching so our learners will excel in the future

Acknowledgement of Achievement
Whakanui i te Whakatutukitanga

ROOM 3 RECOGNITION 
WEEK 10, 9th April
Ruby - Super duper effort during reading sessions - Go Ruby!
Noah - Great writing - Super sounding out.  Yay!
Cha-leigh - Cha-leigh is a super star! What a great start to school Courtney - What a keen learner - Great writing ideas.
Heidi - Awesome effort during reading and writing time - Yay!

ROOM  2 RECOGNITION 
WEEK 10, 9th April
Isla - For fabulous reading - you look closely and think carefully to check your reading makes sense. For being a responsible member of Room 2 and for looking out for others that may need support.
Ollie - A focused reader who thinks carefully about the text so he is ready to discuss and answer questions
Sammy - Successful people know how to ask meaningful questions. Sammy - you know the right questions to ask to further your learning.

ROOM  4 RECOGNITION 
WEEK 10, 9th April
Jamie - For taking full responsibility for your own learning. Your positive attitude, enthusiasm, and efforts are fantastic, Jamie!
Ryan - For contributing relevant and thoughtful ideas during class discussions. You ask interesting questions and are always thinking, Ryan!
Natarlya - For your improved effort and attitude towards your learning. Keep up these huge improvements, Natarlya!

ROOM  1 RECOGNITION 
WEEK 10, 9th April
Mika - For being a passionate and enthusiastic writer
Destiny - Always putting your best foot forward with a fabulous smile. For persisting even when it feels hard
Marlo - For seeking questions and considering challenges to overcome particularly during persuasive writing
Lisa - Being an amazing helper during the working bee

Whakamarama Netball Team

Sport and team games are important to the development of the whole child. Sport and team games encourage participation, responsibility and personal excellence while fostering sportsmanship, positive relationships and team spirit. Term 2 unites twelve of our students (Unexpected Shadows), for the upcoming netball season - they are very excited.  

Thank you to Rachel Millard from Tall Poppy Real Estate for sponsoring the team's uniforms - don’t they look amazing! 

Garden to Table Working Bee

WOW! WOW! WOW! Our school garden was turned from 'ho hum' to 'AMAZING'.

On Thursday 25th March, a working bee was held to prepare our school garden for the 'Garden to Table' programme. The working bee provided opportunity for our learners to connect with parents, whānau and members of the community. 

The mahi, contributions and commitment to the day have really made a difference for our tamariki. Sincere thanks to everyone for your efforts!

What has 2021 held for Whakamārama School?
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