NAU MAI, HAERE MAI KI TE KURA KAUPAPA MĀORI O NGĀRINGAOMATARIKI
Nau mai e te wāhanga tuawhā.
Kawea tonutia mātou ki anamata.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngāringaomatariki is located in a rural area of Ōruawharo on the outskirts of Wellsford. The kura is located next to a marae, whare karakia and urupā on the shores of Kaipara Harbour. A kaumātua and kuia named the kura after one of seven significant ancestral pā in the area. The kura site focuses on developing an educational appreciation for the hapū and iwi roles and responsibilities.
The whānau provide an education for students Years 1 to 8. “Ko te whānau te mana whakahaere o te kura” is the vision of the kura. This is reflected in the total commitment of parents to ensure their children participate in an education programme that promotes and teaches te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngaringaomatariki is located in a rural area inland from Wellsford. Students display are confident learners and leaders who enjoy positive relationships. They interact and speak te reo Māori in the learning programme. Learning activities enable students to participate in rich language experiences at the kura and in the community.
