What’s important at Hagley, a school with a 158 year old history so that it’s nearly as old as Christchurch itself? At the start of the year, we’ve been re-affirming what matters.

Innovation matters.

We don’t stand still. We continue to innovate, to create opportunities for secondary learners of all ages across our region. We continue to look outwards, to invite community connections and connections with other educational institutions.

Our mission statement matters: lifelong learning that’s accessible for all.

That mission statement is no new thing - it’s been with us a long time, right back to the school that Charles Fraser founded in 1858 which sits at the top of Hagley’s family tree. Fraser set up his school for those students who could “not otherwise access learning within mainstream education”.

Our values matter. Those values are based on the relationships we build with our students.

It’s how we work with students that is what sets Hagley apart, valuing them as individuals - that is the Hagley way.

What does that mean for a student?

• I’m noticed by my teacher.
• My teacher is interested in me and cares about my learning.
• I’m experiencing success.