Kia Ora!
Welcome to Kaitoke School on Aotea Great Barrier Island - an extraordinary off-grid school offering a truly unique learning experience for tamariki.
Nestled amidst one of New Zealand's most remote and breathtaking landscapes, Kaitoke School provides a close-knit community that fosters a deep appreciation for learning, exploration, and environmental stewardship.
Our dedicated team of educators are committed to providing an enriching curriculum that celebrates the rich cultural and environmental heritage of the island. With a focus on academic excellence, social connection, and emotional growth, Kaitoke School is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, whether they are island residents or newcomers.
Our Vision
Learn with purpose
Live with Aroha
Lead the Future
Our Values
'Growing Strong Together'
At Kaitoke School our values are Respect, Responsibility and Resilience. We learn with purpose by showing respect for ourselves others and our learning and by taking responsibility for our choices and the effort we put into our work. We live with aroha by acting with respect and care for people place and community and by supporting one another with resilience through challenges. We lead the future by taking responsibility, persevering with resilience, valuing diverse voices and leading in ways that uplift others and strengthen our community.
Respect / Whakaute
We respect ourselves, our friends, our teachers, and the world around us. We care for the plants and animals in our school and community because they are important to us
Responsibility / Haepapa
We do what’s right, even when no one is watching. We look after our belongings, support others when they need help, and take action to protect the planet by reducing waste, recycling, and conserving resources.
Resilience / Manawaora
We keep trying, even when things get tough. Mistakes help us learn and grow. Just as we strengthen ourselves, we also work to protect and care for the Earth for future generations.
