Newsletter 2025/06

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou  Fingers crossed for good weather this Friday so we can go ahead with our School Picnic! This Term 1 event is always a fantastic opportunity for families to mix n’ mingle, connect, and enjoy some informal fun together.  Join us anytime between 4:00 – … Read more

Zero Waste Learning

This term, our classes are diving into the important topic of Zero Waste with educator Chris Simons as part of our school-wide Sustainability Inquiry. Chris’ engaging sessions are sparking thoughtful discussions on how we can reuse and recycle unwanted items, which is essential learning for protecting our planet and ensuring a sustainable future. Thanks Chris … Read more

CREST Awards

It’s always heartwarming to see the pride on a kid’s face when they are praised for their mahi.  When that praise extends to a certificate that pride spreads even further and can act as a motivating factor for others. Just check out the smiles on the faces of these Ngaru Syndicate students! Congratulations to Arya, … Read more

Newsletter 2025/05

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou  It’s Moving March! Let’s all encourage kids to walk, scooter and bike to school this month. I received a lovely update from our senior camp.  After a long trek yesterday, students from Rooms 7, 14 and 16 made it to Nelson and settled into … Read more

Pedal Ready Programme

At PBS, we’re incredibly grateful for the Pedal Ready Programme and our teachers’ commitment to keeping kids safe by signing up to it each year. It’s an amazing opportunity for our 9 and 10-year-olds to get active while learning essential cycling skills.  Through this programme, our students have learned about helmet fitting, bike safety checks, … Read more

Newsletter 2025/04

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou Just a reminder that this Thursday our school is closed for a teacher-only day (deemed a ‘curriculum day’ by the Minister).  On this day our teachers will be exploring the new Maths curriculum in greater depth with a Ministry provided facilitator. Thanks for tuning … Read more

Newsletter 2025/03

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Hi everyone We have two events we would love to see you at this week; tomorrow night’s talk with Rob Cope and our school Picnic on Friday! Tomorrow night’s talk (Wednesday, 19 February, 7pm-9pm – gold coin entry) in the school hall with Rob Cope is well … Read more

18 February 2025 Board Agenda

To be held on Tuesday, 18 February 2025 at 6.30pm in the Staffroom Karakia – Nga mihi o te Ra KARAKIA  Administration – 35 mins (7.05pm) a) Apologies b) ECD exercise                  c) Declaration of Conflicts of Interest d) Minutes of Previous Meeting e) Matters Arising / Action Item Updates        … Read more