The story of our school.

When you approach our school entranceway from the road, you can see Rangi-nui-e-tu-nei, the sky father, represented by the figure on the top of the left pou, or upright. Papa-tua-nuku, the earth mother, is represented by the figure on the top of the pou, to the right. These two figures represent parenthood. We have Rangi-nui-e-tu-nei's close vigil over us from the heavens and Papa-tua-nuku's care of us here on earth. They both nurture us through their aroha - their love. Taura or rope patterns appear on both uprights, below the maihi, or crossbar. These patterns represent and symbolise or connection with our parents through a physical and spiritual umbilical cord.

The coiled patterns, awhiowhio, which also appear on both uprights below the maihi, represent the spirit and the strength of our physical and spiritual connection with Rangi-nui-e-tu-nei and Papa-tua-nuku through the umbilical cord. Awhiowhio, the coiled patterns on the left upright represent kauwae runga or heavenly knowledge, and the coiled patterns on the right represent kauwae raro, earthly knowledge. Below these are koru patterns. The koru patterns on the pou facing the road, represent children who are yet to come to the school. the koru patterns on the pou facing the school represent past pupils. The present children are here, you are the rangatira, todays leaders.

The figurehead or upoko which appears above the maihi, or crossbar, represents Rongo-marae-roa, the god of peace. Rongo-marae-roa protects the children by providing a safe school where children can learn in a happy and loving environment.

Our school motto appears on the maihi.

"Kia toa" means to be brave. Our children are encouraged to be brave in taking on lifes challenges. To have the courage to become well educated through working hard at school and at home.

The three circular spirals