Our Vision
Onslow College
Kei konei mātou,
ka poipoia ō mātou puāwaitanga
ka ea hoki ō mātou wawata
We bring ourselves,
together we are nurtured to thrive
and realise our aspirations.
Our vision is for every ākonga to be able to come as they are to Onslow College. It is important for ākonga to grow as a whole person (academically, socially, artistically, culturally and sportwise). For ākonga to be able to thrive in their future. Our values guide our behaviours and help us support everyone to be able to grow and succeed.
Our Values
Onslow College
Values highlight how important it is for ākonga to be able to bring who they are to the college and for them to be respected as such. Onslow is a community which allows diversity to be celebrated and for everyone to be able to stand on this whenua with a sense of belonging.
- Tauira are represented by the Kākā who come to the kura as they are (diversity).
- The Kākā feeds from the rākau (kura).
- They feed on growth opportunities which enriches their wings to flourish with manaakitanga and whanaungatanga to be able to take flight.
- The Kākā are surrounded by the whenua from which they embrace kaitiakitanga
MANAAKITANGA
We nurture and treat each other with respect and generosity.
PURSUING GROWTH
We strive to grow and achieve together, to consistently pursue our goals with determination, and to value life-long learning.
WHANAUNGATANGA
We value and grow relationships. We take the time to know each other and work to make sure that everyone can feel safe and thrive.
VALUING DIVERSITY
We are inclusive and respectful of all the many ways of being that make us who we are as unique individuals and as a community.
KAITIAKITANGA
We recognise our responsibilities to protect and look after our environments and the things that we value to support our own and our community’s wellbeing.