School term dates for 2025
Term 1 3rd February - 11th April 2025 / Term 2 28th April - 27th June 2025 / Term 3 14th July - 19th September / Term 4 6th October to Tuesday 16th December
UPCOMING IMPORTANT 2024 DATES
Wednesday 13 November Kiwi Kapers
Thursday 14 November Kahui Ako Kapa Haka event
Friday 15 November Interschool Athletics
Friday 29 November Teachers Only Day - School Closed
Thursday 12 December School Prizegiving 10am
Monday 16 December Reports go home
Thursday 19 December Year 6 final assembly
Friday 20th December Term 4 ends, LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Early finish at 1PM
Monday 3rd February 2025 Term 1 begins
UPCOMING IMPORTANT 2024 DATES
Wednesday 18 September Winter field day Soccer
Wednesday 25 September Board of Trustees Meeting
Friday 27 September End of Term 3, Early finish at 2pm
Monday 14 October Term 4 begins, bell goes at 8.55am
Monday 4 November New Entrant class/es photographs
UPCOMING IMPORTANT 2024 DATES
Thursday 12 December School Prizegiving
Monday 16 December Reports go home
Thursday 19 December Year 6 final assembly
Friday 20th December Term 4 ends, LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Early finish at 1PM
Monday 3rd February 2025 Term 1 begins
Wednesday 26 June Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday 1 July
Class and Portrait photographs with Photolife
DMIC Maths Whanau Workshops
Tuesday 2 July
Sibling-only photographs with Photolife
Kapa Haka Group Celebration
Thursday 4 July
Parent Interviews early finish at 1pm
Friday 5 July Last day of Term 2, early finish at 2pm
Wednesday 27th June Matariki Shared lunch in school
Friday 28th June - Public Holiday - Matariki - School Closed
Do you have spare kitchen equipment that you don’t need anymore? Can you help us by supplying the
following equipment for our Garden to Table programme?
- Chopping boards – we will need a total of 10, either wooden or plastic boards 18-20cm big.
- Mixing bowls – we need a total of 12 mixing bowls in various sizes
- Crockery – we need plates and bowls
- Cutlery – knives, forks and teaspoons
- Box graters – we need 1
- Big water jugs – we need 4
- Tea towels
- Table cloths
- Colander/strainer – we need 2 – 1 stainless steel, 1 plastic
- Muffin trays – preferably non-stick - we need 4
- Cooling rack for baking – we need 2
- Kitchen measuring scales – we need 2 (ideally electronic)
If you can supply any of the above, please contact Joanne Gardner by email joanneg@newlynn.school.nz
or phone the school office on 09 827 4382
Mataī Cross Country
On Friday 24th May the Junior School (Mataī) will be running the cross country. This will take place in two separate parts depending on which class they are in.
Mataī 1,2,3,12 will run their cross country at 9am on the bike track on the field.
Mataī 7,8,9,4 will run their cross country at 2pm on the bike track on the field.
Mataī 14 will not be doing the cross country as they have just started school.
If you are free on Friday you are more than welcome to come and watch your child race.
If you have other children in Kahikatea or Rimu they run the big cross country at 9.30am.
Please can you make sure that on Friday your child has a water bottle as I am sure they will be very thirsty.
Any questions or queries please see your child’s teacher.
Thank you
Claire Jackson
Assistant Principal
Wednesday 10 April Board of Trustees Meeting
Friday 12 April Last ay of Term 1, closing early at 2pm
Wednesday 22 May Board of Trustees Meeting
Friday 17 May PINK Shirt Day
Wednesday 22 May Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday 23rd May School Cross Country
Friday 31 May Teacher Only Day (Kotuitui conference) school closed
Wednesday 26 June Board of Trustees Meeting
Teachers Union Meeting (offsite) 27th March
The school will close at 12.30pm on Wednesday so teachers can attend a Teachers Union Meeting with NZEI.
SKIDS will be open for those students enrolled with them already, for any queries contact SKIDS directly.
Meet the Teacher
Kia ora whānau/families,
The school will be closing at 1 pm on Thursday 29th February as we are holding Meet the Teacher interviews from
2 pm that day. This is a chance for our teachers to introduce themselves to our school families. Interviews can be
booked via Booking Interviews on our Skool Loop app, which will be operational from today. SKIDS is available.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR CHILD/REN IS COLLECTED FROM SCHOOL BY 1 PM ON THIS DAY.
Term 1 start - Back to School
Kia ora whānau/families,
We hope everyone has enjoyed their summer break and is ready to start Term 1 at New Lynn School.
The school bell will ring at 8.55 a.m. on Wednesday 7th February for the start of class for all children.
For your child/s school stationery list, if required
https://www.newlynn.school.nz/infor.../2024-stationery-lists
New Lynn School uniform is available from NZ Uniforms, 7 Rata Street, New Lynn.
New Lynn School uses SeeSaw and Skool Loops app for communication, please download these to your phone
https://www.newlynn.school.nz/infor.../skool-loop-app-seesaw
look forward to seeing you Wednesday,
nga mihi nui
Upcoming Important Dates
Friday 24th November Cultural Dress Day
Thursday 30th November Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday 12th December School Prizegiving 10am, courtyard
Thursday 14th December Year 6 Graduation 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Friday 15th December Last day of Term 4, school finishes at 1pm
The Legend of Matariki - School Concert
When: Wednesday 8th November & Thursday 9th November 2023
Where: Avondale College Theatre, Victor Street, Avondale, Auckland
Time: 6:00pm
Cost: $12.00 each per person
Tickets are on SALE from our school office, during school hours.
Pre-school children are FREE if sitting on an adult's lap.
*** Matai 9 classroom is performing ONLY on Wednesday night and
*** Matai 1 classroom is performing ONLY on Thursday night
Upcoming Important Dates
Wednesday 20th September BBI Transition Visit for our Year 6 students
Thursday 21st September Showcase 6.00pm
Friday 22nd September Last day of Term 3, early finish at 2pm
Monday 9th October Term 4 begins
Monday 23rd October Labour Day, Public Holiday - School is closed
Wednesday 25th October Board of Trustees Meeting
School Concert 6pm Wednesday 8th November and Thursday 9th November
Wednesday 29th November Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday 12th December School Prizegiving
Thursday 14th December Year 6 Graduation 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Friday 15th December Last day of Term 4, school finishes at 1pm
VERY SAD NEWS
FOR OUR NLS WHANAU
FOR OUR NLS WHANAU
It is with great sadness to tell our school community that Miss Linda (ex-teacher of Matai 7) passed away early this morning. This is a very sad day for us all, as Miss Linda was a huge part of our school and the wider community. She was loved by all and only saw the good in everybody. She was a master teacher who taught thousands of children, helping them become successful contributors to their futures. Funeral details will be available shortly. Our thoughts are with her family at this very sad time.
Pictured left to right: Miss Linda on the courts, at one of our Pink Shirt Days, and her most recent visit.
Matariki Feast
Kia ora Whᾱnau!
On Thursday 20th July we will be celebrating Matariki with a shared lunch at school. Please can your child bring a small plate/container of food to share on this special day.
* nothing with nuts or meat, please
* clearly name all plates and containers so we can return these
* if homemade please list ingredients on the container to ensure that we know what is in it
Any questions at all please do not hesitate to speak to your child’s teacher directly.
Thank you for your continued support.
UPCOMING DATES:
Teacher Only Day: Monday, 17 July (No School today)
First Day of Term 3: Tuesday, 18 July (Bell rings at 8.55am)
***Parent/teacher interviews***
Thursday, 29 June - school closes at 1pm
Interviews can be booked online using the Skool Loop app 'BOOKINGS' tab and start from 2pm
Contact the office for help making a booking for you
If you need to cancel or make changes, you can get in contact by
Phone: 09 827 4382
Email: officeadmin@newlynn.school.nz
Please make arrangements to have your child/ren picked up at 1pm
Skids will be operating from 1pm for those registered.
***Public Holiday***
School Closed 5th June - Monday
King's Birthday is on the 5th June, Monday. This is a public holiday throughout New Zealand and schools will be closed for this day. Our school will resume Tuesday 6th June at 8.55am as usual.
***Important Date***
School Closed from 12.30pm on Wednesday
Instead of a strike there will be primary teacher paid union meetings on Wednesday 31 May from 12.30pm-3pm. This is so teachers can attend meetings to discuss the latest government offer together and consider what their next steps should be.
Please ensure your child/ren are picked up promptly at this time.
What do teachers want?
Teachers believe that every student should receive the attention, time and support they need for their education. This isn’t always the case, and we are calling on the government to improve the working conditions for teachers, which affect children’s learning conditions. This means:
• Better support
• More staff
• Recognition for the work we do
Thank you for your continued support of our hard working staff.
Greg Roebuck
Principal
***Photolife***
PHOTOLIFE - CLASS AND STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHS
Tuesday 23rd May - Class and individual student photographs
Wednesday 24th May - Sibling photographs will take place
Your child should have come home with a flyer
Please take the time to READ the form as it has important information on what to expect.
ONLY fill in the form if you would like a sibling photo.
Only siblings at our school can be in the photo.
Only ONE form is required per sibling photo.
Remember to SIGN it at the bottom of the form.
Return the form to the school office before photo day.
You will be able to order your photographs online.
Pink Shirt Day - FRIDAY
This Friday is Aotearoa’s national PINK SHIRT DAY!
We are asking children to dress up in anything pink for school on Friday to celebrate this important day.
There will be a parade on the courts at 9.15am (weather permitting)
Anything PINK is perfect!
Gold coin donations would be appreciated to support this cause going to teenage mental health.
Poster competition winners will be announced Friday in school.
***IMPORTANT DATES***
Kia ora e te whānau
Here are a few important dates to be aware of.
Last Day of Term 1 - Thursday 6th April 2023
Please note that we will be finishing at 2pm on the last day of term, Thursday 6th April. Please ensure that your child/ren are picked up promptly at this time. Skids after-school care will be operating from this time for students enrolled with them.
Teacher Only Day - Monday 24th April 2023
The school will be closed this day for a teacher-only day. Please also note that the following day 25th April 2023 is a public holiday for ANZAC day.
First Day of Term 2 - Wednesday 26th April 2023
We hope you have a safe and happy holiday and look forward to seeing you all at 8.55am on Wednesday 26th April.
Whanau Day - Event
Bring something to sit on
Bring kai (food)
As this is on school grounds, No alcohol is permitted
No Dogs permitted
JOB POSITION AVAILABLE
TEACHER AIDE/KAIĀWHINA
New Lynn School, New Lynn, Auckland
We are looking for someone who has experience working with neurodiverse children in a school setting. You also need to be physically fit, flexible, and able to work collaboratively with others.
The general starting pay rate is from $24.62 - $31.25 depending on experience.
The position is part-time hours, at this stage fixed term with the possibility of being permanent.
How to apply:
Email your CV with a cover letter stating your suitability for the position to:
Mr. Greg Roebuck
principal@newlynn.school.nz
Nga mihi
Important Notice:
UPCOMING EARLY CLOSING TIMES AND DATES
Please note that our school will be CLOSING EARLY on the following dates:
Wednesday 22nd February at 1pm - Meet the Teacher Interviews (Interviews start from 2pm).
Tuesday 28th February at 12.30pm - NZEI Teachers Paid Union Meeting (offsite)
Please arrange for your child/ren to be picked up on time on these dates. Our SKIDS
(After-school care) will be operating on both dates at these earlier times.
Important Notice:
School to remain closed on Wednesday
Mōrena e te whānau
Due to the continuing effects of Cyclone Gabrielle and the National State of Emergency being declared, I have consulted with the Board of Trustees and we have decided that New Lynn School will remain closed tomorrow Wednesday 15th February. New Lynn School will re-open on Thursday 16th February.
This decision was based on the interests of health and safety for our students, whānau and staff.
We hope everyone is safe, bearing in mind the severity of this national disaster.
For continued up to date information about Cyclone Gabrielle you can visit the Auckland Emergency Management Website
https://www.aucklandemergencymanagement.org.nz/major-incident/flooding-2023
Ngā mihi nui
Greg Roebuck
Principal
Important Notice:
School is closed Monday and Tuesday
Kia ora e te whānau,
Due to the uncertainty of the current situation regarding Cyclone Gabrielle New Lynn School will be CLOSED on Monday and Tuesday (13th-14th of February) to ensure the safety of students, teachers, staff, and whānau.
We will continue to keep you updated as we get closer to reopening on Wednesday.
Ngā mihi nui / warm regards
Greg Roebuck
Tumuaki / Principal
Important Notice:
** School will be OPEN FRIDAY 3rd February **
Kia ora whānau,
Students will be able to attend school this FRIDAY for our first day of Term 1 starting at 8.55am.
Whilst the school has been dealing with some flooded areas we will be ready to open for 2023.
We look forward to seeing you all Friday.
Noho ora mai,
Gregory Roebuck, Principal
New Lynn School
Important Notice:
*** School closure directed due to severe weather events ***
Kia ora e te whanau,
Due to Auckland being in a state of emergency, the Secretary for Education has directed that schools, kura, early learning services, including Tertiary Organisations in the Auckland region closed for physical onsite attendance and instruction until Friday, schools are able to open for onsite attendance after Waitangi weekend on the 7th February.
With further rain forecast, our thoughts are with you all and we look forward to seeing you as soon as we are able to open. Please stay safe whanau.
We will continue to keep you updated when can as we get closer to opening for Term 1. If you haven't downloaded our Skool Loops app yet please do so for instant notifications to your device. This is a free app to download.
https://www.newlynn.school.nz/infor.../skool-loop-app-seesaw
Ngā mihi nui,
New Lynn School
Are You Ready?
The FIRST DAY of Term 1 is Wednesday 1st February 8.55am to 3pm.
STATIONERY PACKS are available now to purchase at Warehouse Stationery New Lynn.
Need a stationery list, go to: https://www.newlynn.school.nz/information/2023-stationery-lists
THE SCHOOL OFFICE will reopen on THURSDAY 26th JANUARY for new enrolments and extra stationery books.
Year 6 Graduation
Thursday 15th December 11.30am - 12.30pm
Prizegiving - New Date
Tuesday 13th December 10 - 11.30am
Prizegiving
Thursday 8th December 10 - 11.30am Postponed due to rain forecast
School closing early - NZEI Teachers Union Meeting
SKIDS will be operating on this day for those using them or who may require their services. Please contact SKIDS directly.
School Showcase - Kowhai and the Giants by Kate Parker
