Teenaa koutou e te whaanau, Term 3 continues to be a busy and purposeful term at Glenbrook School. Across our kura, teachers are strengthening the consistency of teaching and assessment, responding carefully to the new English and Maths curriculums and using learning information to identify what each student knows and needs to learn next. Alongside this important classroom mahi, our tamariki continue to enjoy sporting, cultural, leadership, community and extension opportunities that build confidence, connection and belonging. There is much to celebrate. Our students continue to demonstrate our values of Mana, Ako,… Read More

Kia ora e te whaanau, There is so much happening across our kura, and it has been wonderful to see our tamariki embracing the many opportunities available to them. Over recent weeks, students have represented Glenbrook School in hockey and netball, taken part in Trees for Survival, challenged themselves at cross-country and Tough Guy and Gal, and brought energy, teamwork and enthusiasm to Jump Jam. These experiences build far more than skills. They develop confidence, perseverance, leadership, teamwork and a strong sense of belonging. We are incredibly proud of the way our… Read More

Teenaa koutou e te whaanau o Glenbrook School, As we move towards the end of Term 2, our kura continues to be full of learning, celebration, performance, sport and important opportunities to connect with whaanau. Thank you for the many ways you continue to support our tamariki, staff and school community. Sports Camp What a week Team Pouakai have had at  Sports Camp. We are incredibly proud of the way our aakonga represented Glenbrook School with courage, teamwork, persistence and mana. Across the week, our seniors competed in a wide range of… Read More

Bula vinaka, kia ora koutou and mālō e lelei, We have had an exciting week at Glenbrook School, with a surprise visit from the NZ Police Eagle helicopter and Police Dog Sam. Our tamariki thoroughly enjoyed this special experience. Year 4 had a wonderful day out exploring science and nature at Camp Adair, while our Year 8 students worked with the amazing team from DigiKōr to create a podcast. This is a fantastic opportunity for our senior students, giving them both an avenue and a structure to share their opinions, ideas and… Read More

Teenaa koutou e te whaanau o Glenbrook School, This week our aakonga begin their literacy internals assessments, which will help inform our upcoming mid-year reports to whaanau using the new Progress Descriptors within the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum. These assessments provide teachers with valuable information about student progress, strengths, and next learning steps, while helping us build a clearer understanding of where learners are positioned within expected curriculum progressions. Alongside classroom observations, daily learning, conferencing, and work samples, the assessment information supports teachers to make thoughtful and evidence-informed judgements about achievement and… Read More

Nau mai, haere mai ki te waahanga hou o te kura. It has been a positive and purposeful start, with our tamariki already engaged in their learning and making the most of the many opportunities on offer. We look forward to another term of growth, connection and achievement, as we continue to work in partnership with our whaanau and wider community. School ANZAC Service Thank you to all our beautiful tamariki and whānau who attended our special school ANZAC service. It was a meaningful occasion, reflecting the deep respect and care within… Read More

Teenaa koutou e te whaanau, Nau mai, haere mai ki Term 2 at Glenbrook School. We hope you all enjoyed a restful and refreshing term break, with time to reconnect with family and friends. As we begin a new term together, we look forward to the learning, growth, and opportunities ahead. Term 2 is always a special time in our school calendar, with many moments that bring us together as a community such as ANZAC, speeches and Matariki. We are excited to welcome everyone back and to continue building on the strong… Read More

Kia ora Glenbrook Whaanau, This week I am in Wellington with Principals’ Association Presidents from across the country as we meet with education leaders to discuss the pace of the current curriculum, assessment and reporting changes. Schools are working hard to implement a significant number of reforms, and principals are advocating for a more considered and manageable approach so these changes can be implemented thoughtfully and well. Our collective message is that schools are committed to strengthening learning outcomes for our tamariki, and that achieving this requires realistic timeframes, clear guidance and… Read More