Ko Kapakapanui me Taratara ōku maunga.
Ko Waikanae me Whangaroa ōku awa.
Ko Kapiti te motu.
Ko Te Ati Awa, Ngāti Toa, me Ngāpuhi ōku iwi.
Ko Whakarongotai me Te Tai Tokerau ōku marae.
Ko Betty tōku ingoa.
Kia ora koutou katoa,
It is a privilege to welcome you to St Mark’s School, a vibrant, nurturing community where we blend global perspectives with a deep sense of belonging. As we navigate this exciting new era, our team of staff, students, Board, chaplain, whānau, friends, and supporters are guided by the simple yet powerful whakataukī:
“He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata! He tangata! He tangata!”
What is the most important thing in the world? It is people!
Our vision for excellence at St Mark’s provides a “family atmosphere” that serves as the perfect environment for our ākonga/learners to thrive. As the only co-educational International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary School in Wellington city centre, our philosophy is designed to develop the whole child. We engineer learning experiences that are IB-focused, faith-led, academically rigorous, inclusive within a safe learning environment.
As a proud world-class Primary Years Programme (PYP) school, we empower our ākonga/learners to think critically, take initiative, and recognise the action they can take to make a difference in the world. This global framework is beautifully complemented by our Anglican heritage, which provides a lens of compassion and service, ensuring our students prioritise people and relationships.
What truly sets us apart is how we celebrate the individual within our collective community. Utilising a broad curriculum from the preschool years through to Year 8, we offer a rich array of opportunities in sports, languages, music, and the performing arts. Our integration of Te Ao Māori, the Arts and Faith, ensures every child has the chance to “shine” and build confidence.
Our refreshed learning pathway is built on the spirit of relationships. Whether through the dedication of our highly qualified staff or the trust of our whānau, we work together to shape ethical, well-rounded “awesome human beings” ready for the challenges of secondary school and beyond.
Located in the heart of Wellington, overlooking the historic Basin Reserve, our school offers a sense of place and tradition that is unmatched.
I invite you to join us in this journey of curiosity, clarity, and joy.
Please contact me if you wish to know more about our school. I am happy to talk to you, answer your questions, and I look forward to supporting your choice of a quality educational start for your children as they:
“Make their mark every day – Nulla Dies Sine Linea’
Ma te Atua e manaaki e tiaki
Betty Brown Tumuaki | Principal
Email: principal@st-marks.school.nz
