Community Notices
Events, Fundraisers & Holiday programmes
Easter School Holiday Computer Classes
Grand Training runs educational and fun computer classes over the holidays at our Wellington City location for ages 5 to 16.
Minecraft from Introduction to Mods.
Learn to Code; Scratch or Python.
Discovery Course in Computing - suitable for younger children
Build Your own Computer
Information & bookings: grandtraining.co.nz or call 499-2211
Royal New Zealand Ballet
The Royal New Zealand Ballet is excited to let you know that we are offering discounted tickets for our upcoming season of our children’s ballet, Dazzlehands. If you could share the below information to your schools newsletter or notice board we would greatly appreciate it! Also attached are some images available for use.
Information:
The RNZB is pleased to offer school students and their families $10 tickets to our upcoming performances of Dazzlehands: The Ballet. In Wellington on 12th and 13th April, Kāpiti on 16th and 17th April and Upper Hutt on 23rd April. Use the code “SCHOOL25” when booking. Get tickets at https://rnzb.org.nz/show/dazzlehands.
Ts&Cs apply. Discount cannot be applied to existing bookings.
Kelly Sports is back for the April Holiday Programme!
We have another action-packed programme at Porirua's best sports-based Holiday Programme! Come and join Connor E and the Kelly Sports coaches for the best in sports fun.
We have some exciting days planned including: Dodgeball Derby, Football Fun, Pirate Day, Brain and Game Teaser Day, Medieval Day, Bulls Eye plus a trip to Aotea Lagoon (Splash Pad) where Mr Whippy will be too. Plus the Bouncy Castle is coming to Kelly Sports!
This sports-based holiday programme will give your child/ren the opportunity to try different sports, learn new skills, build their self-confidence, and most importantly have a huge amount of FUN. Your child can expect high energy, all-inclusive games and activities to keep them entertained and engaged for however long they are staying!
To enrol www.kellysports.co.nz email adminwgtn@kellysports.co.nz or call 021 972 728
Akotech CodeCamps April Holidays
Our holiday camp allows children from the ages of 7-12 to develop 21st century skills in a fun and action packed environment. Learn AI, make games, code robots & go to work for a simulated Tech Gaming Studio to build games and apps for a big client.
Develop confidence & initiative through design, creativity, solving problems, presenting & collaboration. Create your own games, worlds and apps to make our world a better place.
Queen Margaret College, Thorndon: 6th-9th Jan, 13th - 16th Jan
Programs: 4 Day AI & Code Camp Programs
Book Now atwww.akotech.nz
New Zealand Traveller Declaration
Going overseas for the school holidays? Everyone travelling into New Zealand must complete a New Zealand Traveller Declaration, including returning New Zealand passport holders. Its FREE and you can do it on the online form or on the NZTD app.
If you’re travelling as a family or group and completing multiple declarations, the NZTD app allows you to copy your travel details into another declaration, making it easier to complete multiple declarations for the same journey. The submitted declarations are then all easy to see within the app. The New Zealand Traveller Declaration collects travel, customs, immigration and biosecurity information and aims to improve the safety and security of New Zealand. It replaces the paper card you used to fill out on the plane. To make your arrival easier, do your digital declaration before your flight back to New Zealand. Head to travellerdeclaration.govt.nz today!
Zoo Holiday Programme
Term 1 is nearly over, and you know what that means... Our exciting April School Holiday Programme is coming up! Hosted by our expert Zoo Educators, it's the perfect way to keep tamariki aged 5-12 engaged during the break.
There are 4 different themed days to choose from, including:
Zoo Keeper Apprentice: Spend a day in the life of our Keepers and learn how we make sure animals are happy and healthy
Zoo Designers: Roll up your sleeves and dive into the exciting world of Zoo design
Animal Ambulance: Find out what it takes to be a Zoo vet
Globe Trotters: Hīkoi across the globe, become an animal expert and help protect kararehe in Aotearoa and around the world.
You can book into the programme by clicking the button below: Book Now
Sports
Term 2 - Awesome Autumn Sports! (Yrs 0-4) Discovery School
28 Apr 2025 — 23 Jun 2025
Year 0-4
***PLEASE NOTE***
"We are implementing automatic re-enrollment for Kelly Sports After School Session attendees.
If your child no longer wishes to attend Kelly Sports then please let us know by emailing adminwgtn@kellysports.co.nz and we will cancel their re-enrollment for the following term, otherwise their name will appear on the roll".
Awesome Autumn Sports! (Yrs 0-4) is a great way to improve your Childs motor skills and coordination within a FUN environment. We aim to develop and enhance balls skills; catching, kicking and throwing, while improving strength, flexibility, hand/eye coordination and spatial awareness.
Give the following sports a go: Hockey, Netball, Football and Rippa Rugby!!!.
We teach new skills and improve ability by using games, drills and exercises. It’s a great way to try new sports, improve skills and maintain fitness – all while having FUN!
Classes start Mon 28 April for 8 weeks. Cost is $112.
Meeting Place - The children meet at the bottom field by the bench seats.
If Wet - We will run the session at the Whitby Tennis Club (our coaches will walk the children to the tennis club), 27 Solander Place, Whitby. Pick up will be from here. If your child goes to after school care the coaches will walk them back to the school.
Available Sessions
Kelly Sports Clinic (8 weeks) (3:05pm to 4:05pm)
Western Suburbs Football Club Registrations
Norths Junior Rugby
REGISTRATIONS are OPEN for the 2025 SEASON
We can’t wait to see all the kids back out on the field ready for another great season!
Mana Athletics
Calling those who are interested in Athletics!
We cater for everyone from 5 years and up - whether they're interested in fitness, fun or competition.
If you want to join, but you're unsure about a whole season, we also offer quarter-season registrations for October to December.
CLUB NIGHTS - see website for full details, season October - March
Tuesdays 5.45pm - 7.30pm
Ngāti Toa Sea Scouts–Spaces Available!
Do you have a child aged 11-17 years who loves the water and might be keen to learn to sail? We offer sailing, camping, tramping, and so much more!
We have spaces available for both Scouts (11-14 years) and Venturers (14 - 18 years)
If your child is looking for adventure and new experiences, get in touch for more details and to secure their spot today!
Email ngatitoaseascoutstreasurer@gmail.com for more information.
Extracurricular activities
Mana Music Centre
Mana Music Centre operates after school Wednesdays and Thursdays at Discovery School, Whitby and on Saturday mornings at Maraeroa School, Cannons Creek. We offer low-cost music lessons designed to give primary age students (up to Year 8) an affordable opportunity to try out music - $25 per term.
Please contact Larcy at themanamusiccentre@gmail.com (Maraeroa enrolments). If you would like to waitlist your child for keyboard or guitar lessons at Discovery School, please contact Catherine at themanamusiccentrediscovery@gmail.com
Location
2 Pullen Lane, Whitby
Porirua, Wellington 5024
New Zealand
Office hours:
Mon-Fri: 8.30am-3.30pm
School hours: 8.55am-3.00pm
