Egmont Village School is a small, rural full primary school with a family atmosphere. It is well known for its close proximity to Mt Taranaki, park-like grounds and daffodils. We are the heart of the village.

The school is within the Puketapu hapu rohe (Taratangi purchase) and Tangatawhenua are descendents of the Tokomaru Waka and the tribal grouping of Te Atiawa.

Many facilities are shared with the people of the community. Traditional school activities provide an important focus for the community. We have worked hard to maintain the traditional rural character of our school. For example, senior students harvest and sell daffodils to raise money for their school camp. Students still climb trees and ride bikes around the school. We still hold the traditional farming spring show day with calves, lambs, goats and crafts.

We have a school culture that is inclusive, all students are valued and supported in their learning whether they are at risk students, or high

achievers. Students mana and hauora are highly valued, and strong relationships with students is a priority.

Our older students care for our younger students, both emotionally and socially and often help them in learning situations e.g. activities that

involve whanau groups such as tabloid sports, art and craft activities, special learning days such as Māori language day, technology challenge

days or buddy reading. Tuakana-teina relationships are fostered and grown

Egmont Village is a rural community close to the city but with a traditional village heart.  Egmont Village School has a strong tradition of community support with the wider school community being actively involved in the school.  Many of our school facilities are shared with the people of the community eg. skate bowl, tennis court, bike track and school pool.  The community is actively involved in assisting to maintain these resources.

Our School Values