Waihopai Way
Waihopai School Values
Learning Together, Striving for Excellence
Ako ngātahi tātou, tohea tonu mō te hiranga
Waihopai School promotes:
Literacy and numeracy
Success and achievement
Self-esteem and respect for others
Honesty
Acceptance, inclusion and teamwork
Fairness
Friendliness
An environment where children enjoy their learning experiences and want to come to school
Educational opportunity for those with high needs through physical disability
The students are encouraged to:
Enjoy learning and confidently accept new challenges
Strive for success and maximise their potential
Take a growing responsibility for their learning and behaviour
Accept difference and demonstrate respect for and tolerance of others
Develop their individuality and personality
Enjoy New Zealand’s bicultural heritage and multi-cultural diversity
The Staff are expected to:
Demonstrate awareness of, and commitment to, the mission, vision and values of the school
See themselves as a team, and participate as appropriate, in decision making
Maintain the highest level of professionalism
Provide interesting teaching programmes that challenge and extend all students according to their ability
Recognise, celebrate and share success
Demonstrate a commitment to inclusion of biculturalism and to recognise multiculturalism in teaching programmes as appropriate