Te Ahi Kaikōmako Rolleston School

Our Purpose

At Te Ahi Kaikōmako Rolleston School we have developed a set of core beliefs that we aspire to nurture, grow and live by. These beliefs, in partnership with our Te Ahi Kaikōmako Rolleston School Values, are central to ensuring we are: 

Standing Together to Ignite Our Learning.

Te Ahi Kaikōmako Hapori The Wonder of Learning Whanaungatanga

We believe:

  • We all have the right to feel safe, valued and respected
  • We all have the right to express themselves and explore their curiosities
  • We all have capabilities & passions that deserve to be nurtured
 We believe that when learners’ passions, interests and needs are sparked they are engaged, curious and self-motivated in their learning to become confident, connected, life-long learners. We believe that nurturing, inclusive and supportive partnerships based around authentic collaborations and effective communication, ensure a strong sense of belonging.
  • We will model, teach and promote the Rolleston School values
  • We will implement all aspects of PB4L strategies and resources
  • We will create, and maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive environment
  • We will nurture the capabilities and passions of our tamariki by using the resources within our hapori
  • We will meet the needs of learners based on future focussed, evidence-based best practices.
  • We will provide opportunities to practice and apply the skills and attributes needed to become lifelong learners who embrace modern pedagogy
  • We will build learner agency through inquiry, feedback, reflection and review
  • We will connect learners to authentic contexts by embracing the principles of Reggio Inspired teaching and learning
  • We will foster relationships to build strong, positive partnerships
  • We will model inclusiveness in our everyday interactions
  • We will be welcoming and look for opportunities to build networks with our whānau
  • We will communicate in an open, honest and nurturing way