Mōrena e te whānau, It was wonderful to have our first full week last week—we love having our children back! Thank you to all the parents and whānau who attended Meet the Teacher last Thursday. It was lovely to reconnect with you and to meet our new whānau. I was very proud of the way our students introduced their parents to their teachers. They showed their manners and mana. On Friday, we ended the week with our G-Brook Try Challenge. How fantastic it was to have everyone together, being active and having fun! Thank you… Read More

 White Elephant Stall – Donations Needed!  The Glenbrook School PTA is seeking donations for our White Elephant Stall. We would love your vintage and pre-loved, good-quality items, including:  Clothing & Accessories – adults’ & children’s clothing, handbags, scarves, hats, jewellery Bric-a-brac & Homeware – vases, picture frames, ornaments, candle holders Toys & Games – puzzles, board games (complete sets only), soft toys, bikes, scooters Books & Magazines – children’s books, novels, cookbooks Kitchenware – crockery, cutlery, utensils, bakeware Vintage & Collectibles – antiques, unique finds Gardening Items – pots, planters, garden tools, decorative items Sports Equipment – balls, racquets, yoga mats, small fitness equipment Craft & Hobby Supplies – fabric,… Read More

Nau mai, haere mai and welcome whaanau to our 2025 school year. We hope you have had a lovely summer break as a whaanau and we are looking forward to a wonderful year at Glenbrook School.  There are a few reminders and changes we wanted to give you before you start. For further information about our school please check out our Glenbrook School website We are slowly updating our 2025 class information.  On  Friday 7th February our gates open to welcome our tamariki and whanau to school. For the first two weeks, parents are… Read More

Kia ora e te Whanau,Thank you to all our whanau who attended Akonui Hui. We loved the opportunity to celebrate the successes and achievements of our aakonga. Whanau attendance for Akonui Hui by class was: Parekereke 96%, Uenuku TM 88%, Uenuku CS 92%, Tirohanga 93%, Te Whenua 93%, Te Rakau Nui 96%, Te Kauri 79%, Te Marama 89%, Te Moana 94%, Ngata 74% and Sheppard 83%. Team Pouakai and I had a great day at Rainbows End Care Day on Monday. Thank you to our parents who were able to come along… Read More

Kia ora e te Whaanau, Celebrating Learning at Akonui HuiThis week, we’re excited to welcome you to Akonui Hui to celebrate your child’s achievements and learning journey. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect and share in their successes. Student Leadership for 2025Last week, our potential 2025 whaanau leaders showcased their bravery and confidence as they presented their leadership speeches to the school. We are incredibly proud of their efforts! A huge congratulations to all students who have applied for a 2025 Role and Responsibility. The successful candidates will be announced in Week… Read More

Kia ora Whaanau, What a fantastic end to the week with our Team Pīwakawaka Funletics event today! We were thrilled to see so many whaanau join us to support and cheer on our youngest athletes. A huge thank you to our staff for organising, and to our Year 8 students for leading. Remember, we are closed on Monday for Labour Day. Our aakonga looked wonderful in their Book Character mufti outfits on Wednesday. Thank you to everyone who supported our Book Fair, and to Ms Greenstock and Ms Clark for their efforts… Read More

Kia ora e te whaanau, We had a lovely first week of term! Both Uenuku classes led a fantastic assembly, and it was wonderful to celebrate our Glenbrook School netball players and AIMS team. Congratulations to all the students who have been elected to the School Council this term. A special well done to our students who were recognised for their Super Writing skills and demonstrated our school values. Book Fair and Mufti Day Our Book Fair opens tomorrow! It will be held in our library and is open to parents from… Read More

Kia ora Year 8 Whānau, It’s hard to believe this is your child’s final term at Glenbrook School! This is an important time for our Year 8s, and we will be celebrating their journey with both the Waiuku Schools Dance and the Year 8 Leavers’ Dinner. We’d like to give whānau a heads-up about these exciting events. Waiuku Schools DanceThe Waiuku Schools Year 8 Dance will be held on Thursday, 5th December. Students are expected to dress formally. Throughout the term, our Year 8s will be learning the dance routines. The event takes… Read More

Nau mai, haere mai – Welcome! A warm welcome to all our whānau, families, friends, and the broader community as we gather for Glenbrook School’s 85th Calf Club. This cherished event is a time for us to reconnect with our rural roots and reflect on the rich history and traditions that define our school. It’s also an opportunity to come together in the spirit of Whakawhanaungatanga, Mana, Ako, and Manaakitanga, which form the heart of our Glenbrook School values. A Tradition with Deep Roots The first Calf Club at Glenbrook School dates… Read More