Green Bay School

Nestled between New Lynn and Titirangi, Green Bay School awaits. This full primary school, catering to years 0-8, pulsates with the energy of a diverse student body. Green Bay School embraces children from various backgrounds. The school’s decile 7 rating reflects the socio-economic mix of families, some long-time Green Bay residents, others newcomers drawn to the area. Green Bay School’s motto, “Mauri tu mauri ora,” translates to “Live trees stand up.” This reflects the school’s vision of seizing opportunities. The school’s expectations of Respect, Initiative, and Positivity, chosen by parents, staff, and students, underscore this vision. Green Bay School boasts a robust staff, including a principal, two deputy principals, an acting assistant principal, and numerous teachers across year levels. The school provides extensive support programmes like ESOL, Rainbow Reading, Lexia, BSLA, Reading Recovery, STEPS, and VAMP. Gifted and talented students receive specialized attention to enhance their learning. Green Bay School excels not only in literacy and mathematics but also as a leader in science and technology education. Students from Year 2 to Year 8 engage in weekly specialist science programmes. Design Technology is integrated into engaging topics, fostering technological literacy, enterprise, and entrepreneurship. A dedicated Technology Room provides a space for hands-on learning. Intermediate students even have the opportunity to experience technology lessons at the adjacent Green Bay High School, easing their transition to secondary education. Green Bay School adopts an integrated approach to learning, weaving curriculum subjects into themes and topics. The “Learning Pathways” inquiry learning approach empowers students to ask insightful questions and develop research skills. This focus on depth of learning encourages students to make connections across subjects. ICT further enhances learning across all curriculum areas. A Sports Activator supports teachers in delivering high-quality physical education and sports programmes, providing numerous opportunities for student participation in lunchtime games, sports activities, team training, and tournaments. Green Bay School, a place where live trees stand tall, and students are nurtured to seize every opportunity.