July 2018 Curriculum

We follow the Principles the of NZ Curriculum
At San Antonio School we encourage, model and explore the
values of the New Zealand Curriculum in the following ways:
hiranga – excellence
All students are recognised as unique
people made in the image and likeness
of God and are empowered to learn and
achieve to the best of their ability. There is
a powerful learning culture.
porihanga – community and
participation
‘The Little School with the Big Heart’
The small size of the school fosters close
and co-operative relationships between
children of all ages. We are a family centred
school where parents actively participate
in their child’s learning.
rerekētanga – diversity
As a Catholic School we recognise the
importance of the relationship between
faith and culture. All students will
experience a curriculum that reflects New
Zealand’s bi-cultural heritage and multicultural
society. At San Antonio School
the treaty of Waitangi is recognized as a
covenant and a sacred treasure.
kaitiakitanga – ecological
sustainability
We believe that environmental education
is investing in our future. All students
recognise how important it is to protect
and look after the world we live in.
ngākau tapatahi – integrity
We encourage all students to be honest,
responsible, accountable and act ethically
in all interactions. We expect staff to
model this behaviour at all times. We
respect each child’s/parent’s/teacher’s
human rights at all times and act in a way
which honours that.
tika, pono – equity
All student’s identities, cultures, languages
and talents are recognized and affirmed.
Learning needs are identified and
addressed justly and fairly so full potential
can be achieved.