Education with an emphasis on active learning, student engagement, key
competencies and RIDE values (Respect, Integrity, Diversity & Empathy).
Each term a Big Idea/Concept is explored. This may include Science, Social
Studies, Technology or Health, with an emphasis on the importance of
understanding and taking action the world around us. During the year, events to share learning achievements are held.

Rewa Rewa RIDE Expectations and Values form the basis of the discipline
policy at Rewa Rewa School. Children are encouraged to consider the needs of others in their everyday interactions with children and staff. In addition to this, clearly stated steps are followed should the need arise. We expect whanau to model RIDE values at all times also.

Active Learner Skills help to prepare our learners for life, building skills such as resilience, time management and social skills.

Te Ao Māori- We have a strong Te Ao Māori kaupapa across all classes, with opportunities to perform at community events.

Assistance in literacy is available through a range of needs -based
programmes, such as the PTP Reading & STEPS literacy programmes.

Sport and Outdoor Education are an important part of life at Rewa Rewa
School. Children are encouraged to participate in a wide variety of sports and regularly offered opportunities to mix with other schools and enter sporting competitions.

Swimming Pool and Bike & Athletics Track

Swimming is part of the Curriculum and Rewa Rewa School is the only school in our area to have a covered, heated pool available for instruction. We operate in partnership with Easyswim swim school and Term 1 class lessons are free for all students. Open Days and community events, such as triathlons, maximise use of our pool. Our Bike & Athletics Track is available for community use outside of school hours.

Leadership & Extension Opportunities are offered to our students, such as
Student Leaders, Peer Mediators, Kiwi Comps, Otago Maths and EPro8.

New entrants are transitioned into school with a school visit programme, as well as through our partnership with local early childhood education centres.

After School Care - An onsite, OSCAR-approved After School Care Programme for 5-13 years is run by the YMCA, 3-6pm Mon-Fri during term time only. Enrol online here.

Holiday programmes are also offered locally by the Y, check their website for details.