2025 Learning In Action

Whānau Picnic

Our family picnic night at Manurewa West Primary School was an absolute hit! On a gorgeous summer evening, whānau gathered with their blankets, pizza, KFC, and delicious homemade picnics, enjoying the warmth, laughter, and connection. This year’s activities were all about water fun, bringing plenty of excitement and friendly competition!

💦 Running the Gauntlet – dodging spray guns and flying balls
💦 Balancing Plates of Water – testing skill and steady hands
💦 Blowing Ping Pong Balls – racing them across multiple cups filled with water
💦 Water Relays and Races – speed, teamwork, and lots of splashes!
💦 Water bomb throwing -throwing and catching water bombs without them breaking
💦 Water targets -shooting coloured water and the target and trying to fill the bucket up to the goal line

Alongside the water challenges, the playgrounds were buzzing with activity, and the basketball courts were in full action, adding to the energy and excitement of the evening. 

A huge shoutout to our amazing MWPS whānau for getting involved, embracing the fun, and making it a night to remember. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your energy, laughter, and fantastic company.

We can’t wait to do it all again next year!

Mihi Whakatau

On the first Friday of the 2025 school year, our MWPS whānau came together to warmly welcome our new students, staff, and their whānau with a mihi whakatau. This traditional Māori welcome brings together manuhiri (visitors) and tangata whenua (home people), strengthening our sense of belonging and unity.

To our new MWPS whānau—nau mai, haere mai! We are honoured that you have chosen MWPS as a place for your tamariki to learn and grow. As we embark on this new journey together, we embrace the values that define our school community:

? Kaitiakitanga – We take care of our environment and each other, ensuring a sustainable and respectful future for all.
❤️ Manaakitanga – We show kindness, respect, and care, creating a welcoming and inclusive space for all.
? Whanaungatanga – We build strong relationships and support one another, knowing that together, we thrive.
⭐ Rangatiratanga – We encourage leadership, self-determination, and the pursuit of excellence in all that we do.

With these values at the heart of our MWPS whānau, we look forward to a year filled with learning, growth, and meaningful connections.

Nau mai, haere mai—welcome to MWPS!