Inquiry

In Pukeko class Inquiry and Purposeful Play are closely linked.  It is an intentional educational approach turning fun into meaningful learning by supporting exploration, problem-solving, and curiosity.  Teachers observe, ask questions, and extend children's interests to meet learning goals in a fun, hands-on way, fostering independence, creativity, and a love for learning. 

This term as a school we are exploring the concept of navigation

“He waka eke noa.”
We are all in this canoe together.

This whakataukī connects strongly with: waka traditions, being part of this community,
shared journies and our school leadership value of 'Ngā Rangatira mō Āpōpō'.

We will explore pūrakau, waiata, waka, concepts such as navigation by stars, birds and other natural phenomena.  Our learning will culminate in our matariki celebrations in June.