Newsletter 2024/06

Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou Our union, NZEI, is concerned about the cost of reviving the Charter Schools initiative in New Zealand, and the impacts this has on state schools like ours. If you want to read the press release about this go to OIA shows the eyewatering true cost of charter schools (nzeiteriuroa.org.nz) Naturally, … Read more

Newsletter 2024/05

Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou I want to start off by saying a big Kia Ora ~ Thank You to our Whānau Group who invited me along to their meeting last night.  I was inspired by your warmth, enthusiasm and korero. I love being part of groups who unite in uplifting one another and others.   … Read more

Newsletter 2024/04

Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou Thank you to hundreds of people who managed to attend our summer picnic last Friday.  It was a simply splendid event with the loveliest of summer weather. We sold-out of sausage sizzles, spiders, drinks and coffees.  Our Puppy Cuddles room raised $315 for Chance4Change dog rescue charity. We enjoyed the … Read more

Newsletter 2024/03

Principal’s Message Kia ora Join us for our annual Summer Picnic this Friday from 4pm to 7pm on the school field! There will be lots of fun to be had including outdoor games, an open pool, a tug of war, and a huge inflatable obstacle course.  While many families may opt to bring their own … Read more

Newsletter 2024/02

Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou Our PBS year has started very smoothly.  I’m loving seeing all the kids back in their element and happily interacting at school. In today’s newsletter you can read about:  Dogs in school Parent Course – free Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation  Parent education evening – “Keeping our kids safe online” Rob … Read more

Newsletter 2024/01

Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou Welcome back to school! I want to start this newsletter with gratitude; gratitude to those of you who have helped our school community in one way or another recently. In particular, I want to mention the parents who helped John Trask with our stage project on the field (it’s coming … Read more

Newsletter 2023/39

Principal’s Message Tena koutou PBS parents and caregivers As we steadily approach the end of another fantastic year (NB: school finishes at 12.30pm this Friday), I feel pride and gratitude for the incredible times we have shared as a school. 2023 has been marked by numerous achievements, memorable events, and the unwavering support of our … Read more

Newsletter 2023/38

Principal’s Message Tena koutou PBS parents and caregivers With only two weeks left of school, our end of year events are in full swing; please make sure you read today’s newsletter to ensure you are in the loop.  As you’ll discover this newsletter is jam-packed with lots of wonderful things PBS students have been involved … Read more