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Barrytown School is an inclusive, safe and happy learning environment, where together we support each other to grow and achieve our full potential in our own individual ways.

CORE BELIEFS

After consultation with the ākonga (learners), kaiako (teachers) and community, the following shared beliefs were agreed. 

Barrytown School will:

• Provide a safe, fun, holistic and balanced school curriculum designed to meet the needs, interests and abilities of ākonga (learners) academically, socially, physically and emotionally.
• Present opportunities to challenge ākonga (learners) to reach their full potential and celebrate their individuality and talents.
• Nurture a sense of belonging, self-esteem, confidence, perseverance, responsibility and resilience for their own actions and learning.
• Empower ākonga (learners) to become motivated, future focused, quality individuals who are lifelong contributors.
• Work together in partnership and unity with our community.