Notices 

2026 Term Dates Calendar

Scholastic book orders due 30 October . Thanks.

We would love to invite your school community to the upcoming 

Kiwi Robotics League National Championships, 

taking place at the Te Atatū Peninsula Community Centre on 31 October and 1 November 2026.This exciting two-day event brings together robotics enthusiasts and competitors for a national robot fighting tournament, showcasing creativity, engineering, problem-solving and innovation in action!It's a fantastic opportunity for children and families to experience the world of robotics up close, with plenty happening beyond the competition arena.Visitors can look forward to:

• Exciting live robot battles throughout both days.
• Opportunities for children to try their hand at driving a robot.
• Games, competitions and a raffle for children.
• Food trucks offering refreshments and meals.
• Entertainment and activities for spectators and families.

Entry is FREE for spectators, making this a fun and accessible family outing over the weekend, for families, kids of all ages.Event Details:📅 Saturday 31 October & Sunday 1 November 2026🕥 10:30 am – 5:00 pm both days📍 Te Atatū Peninsula Community Centre🎟️ Free spectator entryWe would be very grateful if you would consider sharing the attached event flyer with your school families, whether through your school app, newsletter, community notices or any other communication channel you feel is appropriate.We hope the event will inspire young minds, spark an interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), and introduce more children to the exciting world of robotics. We will have information available on joining the club on the day too!Thank you for considering our request and for helping us spread the word within the local community.JPEG & PDF attached below.Ngā mihi nui & kind regards,Yolandi027 550 9370Kiwi Robotics League National Championships

Check out this primary aged kids program happening in the summer holidays. 

Here's the info link:

https://home.ev.church/campus/2/event/30?EventOccurrenceId=122

Programme Details

Jungle Mania is an accessible safe, fun and faith-filled environment for children to explore the Bible and discover the good news of Jesus through: 

• Bible teaching that points to Jesus
• Games, crafts, small groups and activities
• Building friendships and memories that last

Whether you come from a church home or not, this program is designed for everyone to have fun, make friends, and be part of something great.

Programme hours: 8:45am - 3pm. 

Sign up closes 10 Jan 2027.

Brain Play teaches science & technology classes to Kiwi kids aged 5 - 13, right across the country! We offer holiday programmes, online classes, in-person after-school classes, in-school classes, and free community events. Our topics include 3D printing, coding, animation, STEM experiments, LEGO & more. Free trials are also available for new students. We also have lots of awesome school holiday activities coming up in April. Check out our website to learn more about what's on at Brain Play & book in today - https://www.brainplay.co.nz/.