Principal's Message

Manaia School has a strong and innovative team who all work hard to provide the best outcomes for our learners. Every child at our school is a special individual who brings with them a wealth of knowledge that is just waiting to be shared, explored and extended further. As a team, we aim to inspire our children to follow their dreams and believe in their ability to achieve and find their own pathway to success in life.

The introduction of the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) framework, along with the development of a forward thinking philosophy and curriculum, has enabled us to create an enriching learning experience that caters for the  differing needs of our children.

We have a genuine connection with all of our children and their families and take pride in the learning environment that we create together.

Welcome to Manaia School

We offer students a strong stepping stone towards success and nurture the personal needs of each child in relevant and meaningful ways which encourage students to become more confident in their ability to achieve in our rapidly changing world. 

It will be both the teachers and parents of today that help form the future society of tomorrow so let’s work together to make the world as accessible as possible for our tamariki.

Our Mission:

To create a safe and supportive learning community that nurtures children to blossom and grow into lifelong learners, who dream big and have a strong belief in their ability to achieve anything they put their mind to.  Our aim is to support the creation of empathetic, culturally aware, global citizens who are able to confidently connect and make an impact on our ever changing world.