What does it mean to be part of something bigger? That is the question that Maraetai Beach School encourages its students to ask themselves. Maraetai Beach School stands proudly in East Auckland. It is nestled on the headland above Te Pene Point. This location is on the Pohutukawa Coast.
Maraetai Beach School provides education for Year 1 to 8 students. The school’s vision is clear. It is Our Way People Potential Planet. This vision guides the school’s strategic direction. The values of Tō Tātou Ara further support this. These values include Manawaroa meaning Resilience Whakaute meaning Respect Rawe meaning Excellence and Ngākau Tapatahi meaning Integrity.
The history of Maraetai Beach School is rich. The first school in Maraetai opened in 1880. Maraetai Beach School was later established. It opened on February 22 1958. Since then it has grown into a pillar of the community.
Maraetai Beach School strives for equitable outcomes. They want excellent results for all students. The school ensures a positive and culturally responsive climate. This promotes engagement through respectful relationships. Teachers deliver relevant and challenging lessons. The school fosters high levels of professional capability. This allows them to continually improve and innovate. The board scrutinizes performance to inform planning. Community consultation captures the views of students staff parents and whānau.
The curriculum at Maraetai Beach School is responsive. It is localized. The school wants to see students excel. They want them to experience success in their learning. The curriculum ensures progress and achievement are celebrated. It enables all students to see themselves in an inclusive environment.
Maraetai Beach School embeds learner capabilities. This gives students agency in their learning. They strive for equity and excellence. Literacy communication and mathematics programs reflect this vision. The school uses teaching practices that strengthen these areas. This allows all students to excel and experience success.
The school provides an exciting challenging and safe environment. It extends all children’s horizons. They are learner focused. Maraetai Beach School values strong parent and community involvement. The students are friendly confident and motivated to learn.
The school integrates its values throughout school life. They stand on the whenua of Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki. Ngāi Tai are the original inhabitants of Tāmaki Makaurau. Maraetai is me and I am Maraetai. Together with whānau and the community the school helps every child feel valued. They are supported to achieve their best. Maraetai Beach School is more than just a school. It is a community. It nurtures people unlocks potential and cares for our planet.