CELEBRATION- Work is going to begin in 2020!

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This week, we have met with the firm Greenscapes who have successfully won the tender to redevelop the main play space. At this stage, the landscaping of stage 1 will being in early January. This will involve the creation of the river, the hill with slide and the pathways in the main play space.
As this is a large area being redeveloped, it will be fenced off while construction takes place. Feel free to pop in to take a look.

We are really thankful to the PTA for the fundraising they have done to make this happen and we are aware that this has been a long time in the making.  Here is the play space plan for your reference.



We will have our first working bee on Sunday 1st March where we will construct the smaller huts for this area. We will send out a form early in Term 1 asking for assistance with the construction of these.
The children will be excited to see the changes in the current playground over the holidays. Have a wonderful and safe Christmas!

BOS Team

Outdoor Spaces End of Year Update

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The Outdoor Spaces Team have been busy behind the scenes making the final plans for the development of the main play space. The BOT funded the final design to be drafted by Kamo- Marsh. The school received this in Week 3 Term 4. Since then, we have have a variety of contractors come out to school to price up the development of this area according to the plan specifications. This plan, incorporates the student voice gathered in Term 2.



There have been many challenges with working in this space due the infrastructure underground that needs to be worked around. We had anticipated developing this space with our parent community in the format of working bees, however the complexity of this area has meant we have needed to seek the guidance and expertise of landscaping professionals.

We have so far received two quotes and are currently in the final phase of pricing with Greenscapes. Our aim is to construct the river and hill (mound) and the  basic landscaping of paths to be completed over the summer holidays while the children are off site.

The quotes that we have received have allowed us to also apply for grants to action some of the areas in this design. Nathlie is in the process collating this information to be sent off. We have had three companies in to give us quotes on line marking and painted games across the school. We are waiting for all the quotes to come in and again will apply for grants to action these for our tamariki.

We have penciled in working bees for 2020. These can be found on the school calendar and will have confirmed projects assigned to each working bee in early 2020.
Sunday 1st March - 8.30am - 1pm
Sunday 5th April - 8.30am - 1pm
Sunday 31st May - 9am - 1pm

Outdoor Spaces Team




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The last week of 2019 in Pōhutukawa

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Monday 16 December

Hut day!
Last week, the children got into groups, planned what their hut would look like and decided on what materials each child would need to bring to school. If your child can't remember what was decided for them to bring, we suggest any of the following: sheets, blankets, tarpaulins, pegs, tape, string, cushions, decorations, fairy lights, large boxes and any other supplies which can be easily carried to school.
The materials are only to be brought to school on Monday and will need to be returned home at the end of the day, to ensure we are looking after our environment.
We expect to see lots of creativity, innovation, kiwi ingenuity, working together and children having lots of fun.

Tuesday 17 December

House games and school picnic - 12pm!
Our amazing house captains will be organising a variety of games and fun activities for their houses. After the fun and play, we will be having lunch in the park. All whānau are invited to this school-wide event.

Wednesday 18 December

Water fun on the park, after lunch!
We will be attending the Year 8 graduation assembly at 11am, and then after lunch there will be fun and games on the park, with regards to water. The children are invited to bring their togs and any water guns they may have. We will set up the slip and slide and the children can have a fun-filled afternoon. Fingers crossed that the weather plays its part!

Thursday 19 December

Last day, school closes at - 12:30pm!
At 10am the students will be visiting their new homegroup for 2020. They will be told which home group they are in prior to 10am and also given a letter to take home. Hopefully having seen who is in their class and knowing who their homegroup teacher is will ensure the children happily enjoy their break, and that they will be looking forward to the new year.

Thank you from us all for your support, in such a variety of ways, over the year. We have had a lovely year with your children, and hope that everyone has a wonderful break. Stay safe and we look forward to seeing everyone who is returning in 2020.

Gayle, Katie, Rae, Steve and Tracy

Kauri Whānau Weekly Update: Term 4 Week 10

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Lots of fun was had at Corsair Bay yesterday. No doubt your children came home with stories of sharks in the bay! Yes, two small sand sharks did come to visit, something we didn't have on our safety plan! Luckily there were only a handful of children on or by the pontoon at the time and we were able to ferry them back to the beach on kayaks. Everyone was buzzing on the way home.

On Tuesday, the children will be bringing school books and stationery home. Please make sure they have plenty of room in their bags.

Victoria Park Walk on Monday:

On Monday we will be leaving school soon after 10am, on our way to Victoria Park on foot. Children may wear mufti, suitable for walking, to school. The must have a sunhat, sunscreen, waterproof layer, water bottle, good sized lunch and any medication they may need, all packed in a backpack.

Year 8 Party:

 On Monday we are having a pool and pizza party for the Year 8s at the Cockfield's house (79 Dyers Pass Rd), which is up by Cashmere Primary School. Please check the map below for how to get there, via walking through the school grounds. It would be good to come with togs on under clothes.  We are hoping the rain will hold off until evening. We will also have access to the basketball court and playground at the school. Pizza and a drink will be provided. Please arrive at 4pm and arrange pick-up at 6pm. If plans need to change due to weather, we will send you an updated message.

















Kauri Whānau Week 9 Update

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The weather forecast for tomorrow, Friday, looks perfect for a day at the beach! A few important reminders for tomorrow:

All students are to arrive in school uniform and can bring mufti to change into later. They are welcome to wear their togs under their uniform if they would like to.

Please remember to bring the following:

  • togs/towel
  • drink bottle
  • lunch
  • sun hat
  • sunscreen
  • picnic rug (optional)
  • wetsuit (optional)

If they would like to arrange a shared lunch with friends, that is all good with us on this occasion.

Cell phones will be left at school. Please check that you child does not bring lollies.

We are having a rather busy week. It was fabulous to see two full houses for our production. Below are some picture's from Sherrilee's farewell, production, our makeover for South Hangere (the old Room 20) and our Year 8 transition to high school afternoon.