Our Purpose & Values
Purpose
Nurturing an Inclusive Community that Inspires Excellence and Pride
- Wairau Intermediate School's purpose is to create a supportive and dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school aims to foster a sense of belonging and community while promoting academic excellence, personal growth, and social responsibility.
- Through a diverse and inclusive curriculum, Wairau Intermediate prepares students to become confident, lifelong learners equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Values that Inspire and Empower
At Wairau Intermediate School, our core values guide every aspect of our educational community.
Manaakitanga
Respect
We are respectful of ourselves, others, the environment and property.
Pono
Integrity
We show integrity in our actions with ourselves and others by being honest, fair and responsible.
We are courageous by being resilient, brave, accepting challenges and giving our best in everything we do.
Kaha
Courage
Aroha
Empathy
We show empathy by having awareness of ourselves and others.