Our Vision, Mission and Beliefs
Our Vision
To enrich students in a learning environment of excellence, faith and community.
Our Mission
With Christ as our Centre we provide a balanced, child-centred education which develops the whole person within a safe, happy and respectful Catholic environment.
Our Beliefs
We aim to empower individuals to strive for excellence, and, to develop the life-long skills, attitudes and knowledge necessary for our changing world.
“With Christ as our Centre we will . . .”
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provide holistic individual development.
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Demonstrate the richness brought to our lives by faith
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offer the experience of prayer and worship.
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develop the gifts of faith (whakapono), hope ( tuumanako) and love (aroha).
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cultivate a sense of personal and social responsibilities through self discipline.
“a balance. . . ”
“child–centred education . . .”
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develop in children the basic essential learning skills. These will act as a base from which the individual can develop the ability to think deeply, with discernment, and guided to the level of their own potential.
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develop in students an attitude which sees education as a life long process.
“to develop…”
- Build up, promote, affirm and foster. . .
“the whole person . . . ”
- A holistic approach, covering all areas – physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, social and cultural.
“with dignity. . .”
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To respect and value differences in others.
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To foster pride in the school community.
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Preserve mana and dignity.
“as a Faith Community we. . .”
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Work co-operatively towards our goals.
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Foster the development of living in accordance with Christ’s Gospel values by making appropriate choices.
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Help all to grow in understanding and tolerance of others.
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Encourage students, staff and parents to be mutually aware of what it means to be a member of a Christian community |
