WHANGAROA COLLEGE

Tēnā koutou katoa e te whānau,

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It has been a steady and purposeful start to the year at Whangaroa College. Starting our term before Waitangi Day allowed us to find our rhythm early, and I have been incredibly pleased to see so many students returning with such focus and enthusiasm for their educational journeys.

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Welcoming New Faces
We officially opened our year with a pōhiri to welcome our new students and staff. It is always a highlight to see our community grow, and we are delighted to have these new members join the Whangaroa College whānau. We look forward to the unique talents and perspectives they bring to our school.

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Reflecting on Academic Achievement
Our 2025 NCEA results have given us much to celebrate, alongside some clear goals for improvement:

• Level 2 & Level 3: These results were very pleasing, reflecting the tremendous hard work and dedication of both our students and our staff.

• Level 1 Focus: Our Level 1 results are not yet where we want them to be. This was primarily due to students finding the Literacy and Numeracy CAAs (Common Assessment Activities) challenging.

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Our Commitment for 2026:
We are determined to see an exponential increase in our Level 1 results this year. To achieve this, we are strengthening the delivery of literacy and numeracy across all subjects. We are also focused on building the confidence and resilience our students need to tackle these assessments head-on.

 

How you can help at home: Whānau support is vital. 

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•  You can boost your child’s progress by:

• Encouraging them to read widely and often.

• Involving them in household budgeting.

• Finding everyday moments to apply mathematical concepts.

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Attendance: The Road to 92%
While we saw a significant increase in attendance throughout 2025 compared to 2024, there is still work to do. Attendance is the foundation of student success; they have to be here to learn.

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To keep the momentum going, we will continue our attendance incentives throughout 2026. Our school-wide target is 92% attendance for every child. We appreciate your support in ensuring your tamariki are at school every day possible.

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We are looking forward to a successful and vibrant year. I invite you all to be a part of our journey, share in our students' successes, and get involved in the many activities we have on offer.

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I look forward to seeing you all throughout the year.

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Ngā mihi nui,
Jack Anderson Principal