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 3, 13th August
William B - Awesome rhyme work...and great thinking during Maths Week.  Ka Rawe!
Reon - Super thinking when reading ...and great thinking during Maths Week  Ka Rawe!
William M - Super reading effort ...and great thinking during Maths Week.  Ka  Rawe!
Maxwell - Great rhyme work ...Super reading ...and super thinking during Maths Week.  Ka Rawe!

ROOM  2 RECOGNITION 
Week 3, 13th August
James - For demonstrating respect for others by listening carefully while they are speaking.
Jake - For striving to be an independent learner - you are not afraid to give things a go on your own.  Keep persevering!
Taylor - For showing respect for our classroom environment by making sure equipment is tidied away in the right place.

ROOM  4 RECOGNITION 
Week 3, 13th August
Isabelle - For consistently modelling the Value of Respect by using good manners and treating others with kindness. Ka Rawe, Isabelle!
Jorja - For listening carefully and contributing thoughtful ideas. You are really thinking about your learning. Tino Pai, Jorja!
Meremaraea - For your consistent on-task work habits and challenging yourself to continuously improve. Ka Rawe, Meremaraea!

ROOM  1 RECOGNITION 
Week 3, 13th August
Nina - Habit of Mind: listening with understanding and empathy. Successful people listen to understand; not to say something back in return. A habit that will take you far!
Destiny - Dedicated and committed approach to all learning areas. Keep up the effort!
Holly B - Valuing Respect - Respect for Self. Continued commitment to her writing. Holly, you know your goals and work hard to show your learning in your writing. Great contribution during group sessions.
 

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!

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