Mātauranga Education
The vision of the kura is two-fold. Firstly, that all members of the kura are teachers and learners for the past, present and future of Te Whānau-ā-Apanui and all graduates are 'raukura' of our iwi. The second is we will become steadfast in our belief to be educated, full immersion maori (primary) and bi-lingual and to contribute to our people, to society and the world.
Whakapapa
Whānau aspirations are to prioritise the attributes of their collective tīpuna Apanui Ringamutu as an essential part of the kura curriculum.
Te Reo Māori
The commitment to the retention and growth of te reo Māori with a strong focus on strengthening Te Whānau-a-Apanui dialect.
Maramataka
A localised Maramataka is used to guide students.
Identity
Gaining confidence to demonstrate students identity as Te Whānau-a-Apanui.
Connection
Learning is strongly focused on whakapapa, ancestral attributes, whanaungatanga, histories and customs associated with the local area, land and sea.
Self Expression
Developing skills to express their identity, language and culture.