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Mission Statement

“For each learner, the school community will provide quality learning, opportunities that encourage Christian perspectives and affirm Biblical principles.”

Vision Statements

	•	A school with a positive child-centred culture.
	•	A school where children can be helped to identify and develop their talent, skills and abilities.
	•	A school where we are all seen as part of a community of learners.
	•	A school that provides the best learning opportunities for children.

What Miramar Christian School offers children

	•	Our goal is to foster learning opportunities based on Christian principles, attitudes and ideas.
	•	We provide sound academic education standards through a combination of the New Zealand National Curriculum and the Interact Christian curriculum.
	•	We encourage children to develop their gifts and potential through interaction in small classes and special visits.
	•	The opportunity to develop leadership skills based on Christian principles, from Year 1 through to year 8.

School Location

The school is set in attractive grounds on the northern end of Miramar Peninsula.

Background

Miramar Christian School has been providing a Christian education to the Eastern Suburbs and greater Wellington region for the past 29 years. The school has three classes catering for children from Years 1 – 8.

It was established in 1979 by a group of parents at Miramar Baptist Church, committed to the vision of Christian education, to equip young people for a life of service to God and the community.

The school is an interdenominational Christian school and, as an integrated school, receives government funding for staffing and operations. The land and buildings are owned by the Proprietors, Miramar Baptist Church Peniel Trust, who charge attendance dues to meet the cost of maintenance and building programmes.

Being a ministry of Miramar Baptist Church, we align ourselves with their Church constitutions as to what we believe. www.miramarbaptist.org

We believe:

1		the Bible is the inspired Word of God and our only authority in all matters of faith and practice.
2		in One God, who is Father, Son and Holy Spirit:
	a)	God, the Father, is creator and sustainer of all things;
	b)	Jesus Christ, His Son, is both human and divine. He is the ultimate revelation of the Father and risen Lord and Saviour of the world. He will return to the earth at a future point in history;
	c)	the Holy Spirit is the person who brings God’s life into the lives of believers, working within them to transform them into the likeness of the Son and empowering them to serve God in real ways in this life.
3		in the sacrifice made by Jesus Christ on the cross for the sins of the world.
4		eternal life and salvation are by faith in Jesus Christ alone.

Excerpts from

Education Review Office

October 2005

“The good assessment practices evident in the classrooms are supported by positive relationships between staff and students, established routines and expectations for learning and behaviour, and well-resourced classrooms that support and reflect learning.”
“Students generally interact happily and confidently with each other and with their teachers. Those spoken with, during the review, appreciate the friendliness of the school.”
“Available 2004 and 2005 data for aspects of literacy and numeracy show that a good number of students improved their scores in nationally standardised tests over this time.”
“Students experience a range of opportunities to achieve in academic, sporting and cultural activities and to be of service to others.”
“Visits to places of interest and events outside the school are a regular part of the programme.”
“Seniors have peer mediator and buddy roles to assist and support younger children.”
"The Board of Trustees shows strong commitment to the Christian character and ethos of the school and to the wellbeing of its students.”

Education Review Office Reports:

April 2008

November 2005

November 2002

Building and Facilities

The school has four fully-equipped classrooms and a gymnasium. Over recent years, additional resources have been provided.

	•	In 1997, the Intermediate Class was opened.
	•	In 1998, the Library was opened.
	•	In September 1999, Stage One of the new Adventure Playground was completed.
	•	In 2002, the new Administration Block was opened.
	•	In 2008, the new Reading Room was completed.

Computer Facilities

Each classroom has computing facilities. These are upgraded on an ongoing basis to ensure computer technology is an integral part of the learning environment.

Extra Curricular Activities

We encourage our students to be active learners. Interschool sport tournaments are held each term. We participate in public drama and art performances, whilst private music tuition is held in the school.