Manaakitanga

Mangatangi Manaakitanga: The Heart of Our School
At Mangatangi, Manaakitanga is the golden thread that weaves our community together. It is far more than just "hospitality"—it is the intentional act of uplifting others and ensuring that every person who enters our gates feels a deep sense of belonging (tūrangawaewae).

We believe that when a child feels cared for and respected, their potential is limitless. Mangatangi Manaakitanga is reflected in the way we:

Nurture Relationships: Building strong, authentic connections between staff, students, and whānau.
Create a Safe Haven: Ensuring our school is a "bright place to be" where kindness is the default and every voice is heard.
Empower Others: Uplifting the mana of those around us through encouragement and support.
Show Care for All: Extending our warmth not only to our friends but to visitors and our local environment.
By living these values every day, we create an atmosphere of warmth and security that allows our learners to truly THIRST for knowledge. When you join our school, you aren't just enrolling in a place of study—you are becoming part of a family that looks out for one another.

 

THIRST for Learning

Think critically, creatively and reflectively

Have a Go participate, build community and be inclusive

Integrity be honest, responsible and accountable

Respect  for self, others and human rights

Strive for excellence, aim high, persevere and be humble

Tiakitanga environmental and sustainability

 

 

 

 

 

 

"Be Kind, Be Friendly, Be Respectful"

 

Children who:

 

Are honest, reliable and trustworthy

Are keen to learn

Are independent

Are confident

Set and achieve their own goals

Value effort and always do their personal best

Are proud of their achievements

Are proud of their school

Have a sense of identity and self-worth

Take responsibility for their own actions

Have initiative and perseverance

Are fair, thoughtful and caring to others

Handle conflict in a positive way and can say 'no' when things don’t feel right

Care for the school / school’s environment.

Are proud of being a New Zealander

Are creative

Are entrepreneurial

Are enterprising 

Are problem solvers

Have the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties

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