In the Junior school all students experience a broad and balanced curriculum and recognise the value of learning and begin to plan a learning pathway for themselves.

In the Senior school all students will participate and gain success in NCEA courses which have a clear link to future goals.

All students will be strongly supported to achieve their potential at every level.

We cater for students with particular learning needs. This will include those with identified literacy and numeracy needs, specific learning and behavioural needs, gifted and talented students as well as other identified groups.

Te Awamutu College values sport and encourages students to participate in sporting and physical activities.

Our teams and individuals will be encouraged and supported to gain regional and national recognition.

Our sports leaders will be given responsibilities which will extend them and enhance their personal development.

The College values cultural and arts activities and encourages students to participate in cultural and arts activities.

Our cultural and arts groups and individuals are encouraged and supported to gain regional and national recognition.

Our cultural and arts leaders will be given responsibilities which will extend and enhance their personal development.

The College will foster leadership in all areas of the College.

The leaders in the school will be supported in their positions with encouragement and specific leadership training.

Students are encouraged to participate in School Committees and give service to the College, its students and the community.

Student voice and representation will be encouraged, valued and listened to.