Ngati Whatua o Orakei aims to be actively involved in education. Education is a priority for enhancing individual, whanau and hapu well being.
Ngati Whatua o Orakei seeks to build pathways for the educational excellence and achievement of its people in a manner that:
Protects and affirms the cultural identity of Ngati Whatua
Supports and encourages lifelong development and well-being
Ensures and promotes educational excellence for Ngati Whatua and Maori
For many years, the hapu has supported education for its people through the allocation of education grants and scholarships. Funding is provided through the business interests undertaken by the Trust Board.
Currently, Ngati Whatua o Orakei is working with Te Runanga o Ngati Whatua who have an Iwi partnership with the Ministry of Education. This partnership looks at ways to support and improve education outcomes for Ngati Whatua and all Maori within Ngati Whatua.
