Principal’s Welcome

Kia ora, and welcome to our Windy Ridge School whānau! I am thrilled to be able to welcome students, parents, and visitors into our wonderful learning community.

Nestled alongside a quiet valley in Glenfield on Auckland’s North Shore, we boast tree-lined grounds that include a large sports field, playgrounds, a basketball court, and a variety of learning spaces.

Windy Ridge School prides itself on providing a safe and inclusive learning environment for all tamariki and their whānau. Our school values of Atawhai – Kindness, Manaakitanga – Respect, Hōnore – Integrity, and Manawaroa – Resilience promote inclusivity and acceptance of all, and we value our diverse and multicultural community.

Our school vision is to ensure ‘every learner explores their passions to achieve their potential.’ Windy Ridge School works to achieve this vision by providing learning through inquiry opportunities, for which we hold a strong reputation. Inquiry allows our tamariki to engage in challenging, interest-based learning, helping to develop a love of learning.

We are privileged to have an exceptional team of teachers and support staff dedicated to building strong relationships and partnerships with all tamariki and whānau. Through these relationships, we can work collectively to ensure all tamariki flourish. As your principal, I believe these partnerships are integral, and you will see me daily at the school gate, so please stop by to chat. Alternatively, please book an appointment to meet with me.

Our website provides valuable information about our school; however, you are always welcome to pop into the school and chat and tour our wonderful learning environment. Enrolment forms are available via the ‘Enrolment’ tab on the website.

Kia kite wawe koe - see you soon

Samantha Owen

Tumuaki / Principal