General Information 

The Whānau System 

Goals of the Whānau System 

• To foster positive, respectful and accountable relationships between members of the student body and also between students, staff and home.

• To create a nurturing environment within the college by mixing students of all ages.

• To provide leadership and mentoring opportunities for senior students.

Elements of the Successful Whānau System 

• Every student has a member of staff that is there just for them as a mentor / supporter / advocate / guide.

• Leadership opportunities are created and embraced.

• A staff member becomes a member of the Whānau with the students.

• The college pastoral programme is supported.

• There is a constructive and supportive link between home and school.

• There is a vehicle for discussing issues such as MAC Values, career opportunities, goal setting and house spirit.

• Mentoring opportunities exist between students and (at times) staff.

• Year 7 and 8 students feel that they are part of the college inside and outside the classroom.

• Students’ progress is monitored and they are conferenced and supported accordingly.

• Student voice can be heard.

• The college retains the focus of individual attention throughout a period of growth.