Summary for Whānau
Toi Te Mana is a strategic framework developed to strengthen how King’s College supports Māori students and staff to learn, succeed, and thrive as Māori.
Its purpose is to guide decision-making by the Māori Advisory Committee and the Board of Governors, ensuring the College continues to grow as a place that reflects Aotearoa New Zealand’s bicultural foundation and values Māori identity, language, and culture.
At its heart, Toi Te Mana is about:
- Strengthening Māori student success and wellbeing
- Embedding te ao Māori (language, culture, values) across the school
- Building meaningful partnerships with whānau
- Creating an inclusive environment where Māori identity is visible, valued, and supported
Key Focus Areas
1. Māori Student Success & Wellbeing
The College aims to ensure Māori students are supported to achieve both academic success and holistic wellbeing (hauora).
Key priorities include:
- Strong academic support for Māori students
- Wellbeing programmes grounded in Māori values
- Growing Māori student enrolment and engagement
- Regular review of how well the school supports Māori learners
2. Te Ao Māori Across the School
Toi Te Mana seeks to ensure Māori culture, language, and values are visible, normalised, and practised throughout King’s College.
Key priorities include:
- Increasing the use and teaching of te reo Māori
- Strengthening understanding of tikanga Māori among staff and students
- Embedding Māori perspectives into teaching and curriculum
- Creating culturally significant spaces (e.g. marae or gathering space)
- Providing immersive cultural learning opportunities for students
3. Teaching, Staff Capability & Leadership
The strategy supports staff and leadership to grow their capability in te ao Māori, so they can better support Māori learners.
Key priorities include:
- Professional development in te reo Māori and tikanga Māori
- Encouraging culturally responsive teaching practices
- Ensuring leadership demonstrates commitment to Māori success
- Embedding Māori perspectives into planning and decision-making
4. Whānau & Community Partnership
Toi Te Mana recognises the importance of strong, respectful relationships with whānau and Māori communities.
Key priorities include:
- Strengthening communication with whānau
- Creating meaningful opportunities for whānau involvement
- Welcoming whānau through cultural practices such as pōwhiri
- Partnering with iwi and community networks
5. Identity, Belonging & Cultural Visibility
A key goal is for Māori students to feel a strong sense of belonging, pride, and identity at King’s College.
Key priorities include:
- Visible expressions of Māori identity across the school
- Cultural groups such as kapa haka
- Correct pronunciation of names and everyday use of te reo Māori
- School practices that reflect manaakitanga and whanaungatanga
What Success Looks Like
Success for Toi Te Mana means:
- Māori students achieve at the same or higher levels as others
- Māori students feel a strong sense of belonging and identity
- Whānau feel heard, valued, and connected to the school
- Te ao Māori is a natural and visible part of school life
- King’s College reflects a strong commitment to biculturalism
Why Your Feedback Matters
Your feedback will help shape the next phase of Toi Te Mana, ensuring it reflects the voices, aspirations, and experiences of Māori students and whānau today.