PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME
Ko Ingarangi te whakapapa ranga mai
Ko Beacon Hill tōku Maunga
Ko River Soar tōku awa
Nō Quorndon, Leicestershire, England ahau
Ko Whau Valley, Whāngarei, tōku kāinga
Ko Suzanne Stone tōku whaea
Ko Bernard Ridley tōku matua
Ko Turton tōku whānau
Ko Morgan rāua ko Caitlyn āku tamāhine, ko Cameron tāku tama.
Ko Mark tāku hoa tāne
Ko Claire tāku ignoa
Ko au tumuaki te kura o Maunu School
Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa
It is both a privilege and an honour to serve as Tumuaki of Maunu School. I have been part of the Maunu community for more than fourteen years, initially as Deputy Principal and, since 2023, as Principal. During this time I have developed a deep appreciation for the special character of our kura and the wonderful people who make it such a vibrant place to learn and grow.
At Maunu School we place great value on the strong partnerships we share with our whānau and wider community. We believe education works best when we work together, and we warmly welcome families to be active participants in the learning journey of our tamariki. Having my own children attend the school has also given me the unique perspective of experiencing Maunu as both a parent and an educator.
We are incredibly proud of our kura. Our attractive, spacious grounds are set in a beautiful semi-rural environment that provides a wonderful setting for learning. Our school is well resourced and supported by a highly dedicated team across teaching, administration, grounds and support staff, all committed to providing the very best for our students.
Our vision, Tukuna kia rere – the freedom to soar, reflects our aspirations for every child who walks through our gates. It guides our Year Six Leaver Profile and captures our desire for students to leave Maunu as confident, capable learners who are ready to embrace the opportunities ahead.
At Maunu School we hold high expectations for all learners and foster a culture of excellence, inclusion and service. We strive to provide a rich range of experiences and challenges that help students discover their strengths, develop resilience and grow as active, thoughtful citizens who contribute positively to their community.
Our Five Feather Values sit at the heart of everything we do. They guide our learning, relationships and daily interactions, supporting our tamariki to be the very best versions of themselves.
As our students move on from Maunu, we hope they do so as confident, connected and capable young people — ready to spread their wings and soar along whichever pathway they choose.
Mā ngā huruhuru ka rere te manu — it is the feathers that enable the bird to fly.
Nau mai, haere mai.
Welcome to the Maunu School whānau.
Claire Turton
Principal