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Kia Ora! Welcome! Bonjour!

At Birkdale North School, our tamariki are at the centre of all teaching and learning. We provide a caring, inclusive environment where children are supported to thrive academically, physically, creatively, socially, and emotionally.

We offer a balanced, rich curriculum with strong foundations in literacy and mathematics. Reading, writing, and maths are taught daily using structured, evidence-informed approaches. Our Structured Literacy programme, supported by BSLA and The Code, builds strong skills in oral language, phonological awareness, reading, spelling, and writing. In mathematics, Maths No Problem supports a structured approach that develops deep understanding, fluency, and confidence in problem-solving.

Alongside core learning, our tamariki participate in a wide range of experiences including Creative Arts, Sport, Kapa Haka, Choir, Swimming, Senior Camp, trips, Inquiry Learning, and Science.

Our staff build strong, positive relationships with students and their whānau, guided by our values of respect, manaaki, integrity, whakakotahi, perseverance, manawanui, empathy, and aroha. As a PB4L school, we focus on the whole child, creating a safe, inclusive environment where every learner feels valued and able to succeed, while developing the Key Competencies of the New Zealand Curriculum.

As a small kura, we value the strong connections we have with our tamariki and whānau. We are proud of our diverse community, with over 20 cultures represented, and celebrate the richness this brings to our school.