Onepoto School

Auckland, New Zealand

  • Day School

  • 1961

  • $ N/A-N/A

    • NCEA

School History & Details

Onepoto School is a primary school located in Northcote, New Zealand. The school has a roll of 65 students from diverse cultures, mainly of Pacific and Māori heritage. The school’s charter vision is “empowering our mana to be successful learners” and the core value is manaakitanga. The school’s curriculum is based on the New Zealand Curriculum. The school has a principal named Daniella Latoa-Levi. The school has high expectations of all learners and is passionate about enhancing their learning experiences, where they can participate, learn and celebrate their success, in a creative and collaborative environment. The school’s learners are thriving with the dedicated whanau of teachers and support staff, who work hard to ensure the tamariki feel successful in their learning. The school values; of respect, perseverance, and achievement, are interwoven across the curriculum and in everyday learning.

    School Values

  • Resilence
  • Respect
  • Honesty
  • Liberty

    • Respect: Treat everyone with kindness, empathy, and understanding, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
    Persevere: Embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and never give up on achieving your goals.
    Achieve: Strive for excellence in all that you do, pushing your boundaries and exceeding expectations.

     

School Achievements

Achievements

Academic Excellence: Consistently high student performance in national assessments and examinations showcases the school's commitment to quality education. Bicultural Success: Students excel in both Māori and English language and culture, demonstrating the effectiveness of the dual medium model. Well-rounded Development: Strong graduation rates and successful transitions to secondary education highlight the school's focus on holistic development. Creative Excellence: Onepoto students regularly win awards and recognition for their creative endeavors in visual arts, performing arts, and writing. Leadership Recognition: Consistent wins at prestigious awards for student leadership initiatives demonstrate the school's dedication to nurturing responsible citizens.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Creative Excellence: Arts Awards: Onepoto students regularly bring home awards and recognition for their visual arts, performing arts, and creative writing endeavors. Recent highlights include wins at regional and national competitions like the Kiwitea Awards and the ASB Creative Kids Tui Awards. Performing Arts Showcase: The school boasts a dedicated performing arts space and hosts dynamic cultural events like kapa haka (Māori performing arts) and theatrical productions, nurturing students' confidence and artistic expression. Creative Learning Environment: Hapori Teams foster collaboration and creative exploration through projects, presentations, and artistic endeavors, allowing students to think outside the box and showcase their unique talents. Leadership and Initiative: Student Leadership Opportunities: Onepoto empowers students through formal leadership roles like Head Students, House Captains, and Peer Mediators, providing them with valuable experience in communication, responsibility, and decision-making. Community Initiatives: Students are encouraged to be active citizens, participating in projects like fundraising drives, environmental initiatives, and community service activities, fostering social responsibility and leadership skills. Awards and Recognition: The school has consistently won prestigious awards like the Prime Minister's Awards for Student Leadership, recognizing their dedication to nurturing responsible and impactful young leaders.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Unspecified

School Information

Unique Hapori Teams: Instead of traditional classrooms, students learn in Hapori Teams, named after significant local landmarks. This fosters a sense of belonging, community, and connection to the sch...View moreView Less

Daniella Latoa-Levi

Link

+64 9 480 7469

31 Fraser Avenue, Northcote, Auckland 0627, New Zealand

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Mathematics
  • Art
  • Visual & Performing Arts
  • Science
  • English

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