Kia ora koutou, nga mihi nui kia koutou – nau mai ki Te Kura Tuatahi o Te Wairoa!

Greetings one and all – welcome to our Wairoa Primary website!

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It has been my privilege to work closely with staff, students and whanau / families of Wairoa Primary and the entire district for some 24 years in varying capacities.

Wairoa Primary has a rich history in our community – a history which we regularly call on in our Place Based / Local Curriculum; this supports our Vision:

“E tu tamariki ma; ko au te akonga, ko te akonga ko au. Our Tamariki stand tall and are proud of who they are, where they have come from and where they are going; we are all learners together.”

By means of our inclusive Mission we actively provide the highest quality learning in a safe, caring environment which values diversity and prepares children for the future.

When you visit us you will see, hear and feel that we value, accept and celebrate all cultures; we ensure that students of all identities are treated with respect and dignity. Our staff continue to raise awareness of Tikanga and Te Reo Maori and incorporate these into classroom practice.

 Our commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi is demonstrated in many ways but especially by supporting the ongoing provision of three Maori Immersion classes, actively consulting our kaumatua (respected elders), and by ensuring all students learn about and respect the diverse cultural heritage of Aotearoa New Zealand.

It is always a privilege and pleasure to meet with prospective families! Whilst this has traditionally occurred in person, more recently this has happened via social media as families transfer from other provinces and from around the world.

Kia manaakitanga – Take care!

Richard Lambert