School Focus
Through the delivery of a balanced curriculum the following basic skills and attitudes will be fostered:
- Well developed numeracy and literacy skills
- An ability to think critically and creatively
- Respect for other people
- An ability to adapt to change
- Self motivation and an independence of thought and action
- The development of a sound work ethic
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills
- A sense of personal responsibility
Heretaunga Intermediate students are consistently provided with:
- Quality teaching
- A challenging curriculum
- Programmes that extend pupils and cater for individual differences
- A co-educational learning environment
- Opportunities to lead, to change and take responsibility
- A safe and secure environment
- Clear expectations and guidelines
- Restorative Justice
Parents and caregivers can expect:
- To be involved in their child’s education
- To have a voice in the running of the school
- To be informed about their child’s achievements and progress
Heretaunga Intermediate can expect from students, parents or caregivers:
- An understanding of the school’s philosophy
- Their full support for rules and relationship management systems
- An undertaking that pupils are dressed and equipped for school
- Their regular attendance
- To be notified of any circumstances that may affect the pupil’s progress
Two sets of formal oral interviews are held throughout the year to discuss your child's progress. Additionally, parents are always welcome to arrange an interview with the Principal, Deputy Principal or classroom teacher at any time to discuss any matter regarding their child's welfare, progress or behaviour. A written report is sent home mid-year and at the end of the year, based on the year's work to date, day-to-day observations, periodic tests, surveys and the child's progress in all facets of school life.
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Contact office@heretaunga.co.nz
(06) 878 8358
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