St James' Catholic Primary School

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Welcome to St James’ Catholic School Te Kura Katorika o Hato Heemi

Our Vision: To grow Catholic, Christian young people who are confident, connected lifelong learners, inspired by the teachings of Jesus, and who make a positive difference in their community. 

Our Motto: To Live the Truth – Veritatem Vivere – comes to us from St James. We live the Gospel as Catholics welcoming, responding practically and positively. 

He Whakaaro Rangatira: Te Whakaruruhau – A sheltering place – given to St James’ School by James Kenrick, speaks of a sheltering place where all people are welcomed, supported and nurtured.

St James School was founded by the Mercy sisters in 1958. The Mercy sisters’ founder, Catherine McAuley, inspires us today through her Mercy values of Compassion, Hospitality, Justice, Respect, Excellence, Stewardship, and Service.

Today, our kura weaves our SAINTS values through all that we do:

Strive Wehi - We make courageous choices to be better

Acceptance Mauri - We show compassion to all

Integrity Pono - We are honest and trustworthy

Nurture Mana - We are a caring community

Talents Ihi - We share our talents humbly

Service Aroha - We serve joyfully without a reward

We are proud to have strong whānau support, and, in 2024, began our māori enrichment class for years 2-6.  Our other cultures also enrich our community.

Visit our website: www.stjamescatholic.school.nz

Phone: 06 357 9719