5 FINGERS
5 fingers of hand represent 5 Woodleigh Way Values with links to the 5 New Zealand Curriculum Key competencies.
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Rrepresenting ‘Woodleigh School’
W at Top – WOODLEIGH WAY
HAND SYMBOL
Taking Action! Māori significance of hard working hands. Busy hands, hard mahi. Giving back to community, helping each other.
NEST SHAPE
Tuakana Teina Relationship.
Looking after each other
KETE OF KNOWLEDGE PALM
Linking to Tane Te Wananga Story of Tane’s 3 Kete. All our learning is surrounded by a growth mindset.
Joints and Fingers Symbol
The lines on the fingers carry a deeper meaning, symbolising the joints that are essential for bringing bones together. In a metaphorical stance, these joints and fingers represent the unity of diverse cultures, weaving together in harmony like a finely woven whāriki.
Manaia Representation
Central S-shaped figure symbolises the manaia shape. Manaia is a kaitiaki (guardian) for Woodleigh School, Mirroring a safe space for students. The two manaia figures represent the merging of different cultures to establish guardianship over students.
Reference to Waka
Thumb and pinky allude to the waka, symbolising a safe environment for rangatahi to thrive. The waka emphasises the importance of unity in supporting the school’s journey and fostering community capacity.
Wave Pattern Significance
Wave pattern in the artwork represents coastal ties in Taranaki. The waves symbolise the connection to the coastal environment and its significance to Te Atiawa.
