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“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, Please scroll down for an important update on reporting to parents. Hopefully my explanation of everything you need to know is clear and in line with government changes. On another note, this Friday is Support Staff day! We will be celebrating our incredible team … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, Last Wednesday two of our wonderful student councillors, Emily and Pranav, helped me to host the Minister of Education – Erica Stanford, our local MP – Tim Costley and the Director of Education – Roy Sye.  The Minister was incredibly impressed with the way … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, Welcome to Term 2 and to the new students who have started today!  Our staff appreciated their day of learning yesterday, so thank you for making additional child-care arrangements.  Whilst our teachers continued learning about the refreshed New Zealand curriculum, our teacher-aides were also … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, Not only are the kids buzzing about Friday being the last day of Term 1, they’re also super excited for our school FUN RUN happening after lunch! A huge shoutout to our amazing PTA team of parents and teachers who’ve been working hard behind … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, As Term 1 ends next week, I want to inform you of changes to school dates. The Board has approved two extra teacher-only days, in addition to the two government curriculum days. We used our first curriculum day on 27 February, and the second … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou Parents, we really need your help with scooter safety reminders. We love that PBS kids love riding scooters to school but just lately things have gotten dangerous and our staff are very concerned. Students are only allowed to ride their scooters within the light … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Hi everyone You may be surprised to know that I love my mornings standing on road patrol. Why? Because I get to witness the hugs and “I love you” &  “have a great day” messages exchanged behind parents and kids.   Those hugs are super important. When we … Read more

“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