The recent Catholic Education Office Special Character Review recognised the many strengths of St Anthony's School and our school community.
The review highlighted that every aspect of St Anthony's reflects the teachings and values of Jesus Christ and is underpinned by our REAL Values – Respect, Excel, Aware and Learner. Reviewers acknowledged the strong sense of belonging within our kura, where every child is known, supported and encouraged to thrive.
Our Board, Principal and staff were commended for their unwavering commitment to safeguarding and strengthening the Catholic character of our school. The report also recognised the caring relationships, inclusive environment and strong partnership with whānau that make St Anthony's such a special place.
The School Board also thanks our tauira (students), whānau (families), kaiako (teachers) and staff who each contribute to making St Anthony's School a welcoming, faith-filled community where students excel in learning.
St. Anthony’s School was delighted to receive a glowing report (Te Āhuatanga Katorika Kaupapa Arotake me te Ahu Whakamua) from the Office of the Vicar for Education, Archdiocese of Wellington following our Catholic Review last term.
The report highlights and commends St Anthony’s School for being authentically Catholic in delivering Catholic education with excellence within a wider supportive Catholic Faith community. Evidence of the School’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi is also highly praised, with special mention to the dedication of the Principal and Board to build our cultural competency, knowledge and skills in te reo and Tikanga Māori.
It was noted that relationships between kaiako, ākonga, whānau, Board, and our wider faith community are a strength at St Anthony’s, while also recognising that we are continuing to build our relationship with local iwi and that Tikanga Māori is integrated into the school's Special Catholic Character.
We, the Board believe this report accurately reflects the Catholic Special Character at St. Anthony’s which is flourishing under the committed leadership and vocation of the Principal, the dedication of the Deputy Principal and staff, the effective governance from the Board, and the support from the Parish Priest and parishioners.
The School Board would like to acknowledge the amount of time and mahi invested in this review by all the staff, especially our principal Denise Johnson and Deputy Principal Francesca von Lanthen, and congratulate all concerned on an excellent report.
You can read the full report and its recommendations in the full document attached below.
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