Tū Kaha

Through our Te Puru School Values; we develop a culture of belonging to our place, an awareness of our unique environment and empower our students to be the best learners they can be.

Kauri

Stand tall, love long and protect ones beneath him. Symbolises Tane Mahuta. Resilience in the wind and the rain and a canopy to protect those underneath him. Still, tall and strong can’t sway left or right - a good leader has to stand strong and stay staunch to whatever the kaupapa is.