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ABOUT US
ABOUT US
Okiwi School is a full primary school located in the north of Great Barrier Island (Aotea), in the rohe of Ngati Rehua Ngati Wai ki Aotea. The school’s vision is for localised curriculum which reflects the relationship to the environment and the community, in particular the marae at Motairehe and Kawa.
OUR HISTORY
OUR HISTORY
Okiwi School has a rich history that reflects the unique challenges and spirit of the island community. The school was established in 1876, making it one of the oldest schools on the island. It serves a small, rural population, and over the years, it has been a central part of the local community, providing education to children living on the island.
OFF THE GRID
OFF THE GRID
Aotea Great Barrier Island does not have a centralized power or water supply. At Okiwi School, we generate electricity primarily using solar energy. We also collect rainwater and stream water to meet the school’s water needs.
OUR VALUES:
Awhinatanga
Our kura envelops the kaupapa of tuakana / teina (pairing of older/younger students) in appropriate activities both inside and outside the classroom.
Manaakitanga
Our kura has an ‘open door’ policy where any member of the community is supported to share their talents with tamariki and reciprocated in kind.
Whanaungatanga
Our kura fosters the concept of ‘kinship’ and has established positive relationships with Ngati Rehua, Ngati Wai, Kaitoke & Mulberry Grove schools, Department of Conservation, Auckland City Council, along with other community groups and businesses. This further enhances our students’ experiences and resources in conjunction with mainstream education.
The Education Review Office (ERO) | Te Tari Arotake Mātauranga
ERO is the New Zealand government’s external education evaluation agency. ERO evaluates and report on the education and care of learners in schools, kura, kōhanga reo, puna reo, and early childhood services.
Click HERE to read the latest ERO reports for Okiwi School
Policies and Procedures
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Ka Ora Ka Ako - Lunches in Schools
The name Ka Ora, Ka Ako is about being healthy and well in order to be in a good place to learn.
‘Ka Ora’ means to be satisfied with food, be well, healthy and safe.
‘Ka Ako’ means to learn.
Every School | Kura is unique and operates differently. Ka Ora, Ka Ako has a number of delivery models to align with the aspirations of the School | Kura to best support the needs of their ākonga. Here at Okiwi School, our school lunches are provided by Kawa Marae under the Iwi and Hapū Partnership Model. This delivery model is a treaty-based model where relationships are genuine and authentic. The focus is on local needs and outcomes for the ākonga and whānau.
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