Kia ora e te whaaanu and welcome to the end of term 3! As we come to the end of the term, I want to take a moment to acknowledge and thank you, our whaanau, for the support, encouragement, and aroha you show to our tamariki and our school. Glenbrook is a special place because of the strong partnership between home and school, and we are deeply appreciative of all that you do to walk alongside us in your children’s learning journey. This term has been filled with learning, growth, and opportunities… Read More

Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to spring. The new season brings fresh energy and growth, even as winter illness continues to affect many of our students and staff. Please take time to look after yourselves and your whānau,  just as spring helps the world around us to flourish, rest and care will help us all to feel strong again. Poetry Stars Last week our school was buzzing with poetry performances. It was wonderful to see so many students step up with confidence and creativity. Congratulations to the following class finalists: Isabel H,… Read More

Good morning Whaanau, Welcome to Week 7. What a wonderful week it has been sharing poetry across our school and celebrating National Poetry Day together. Winter Illness We are currently experiencing a high level of winter illness like many other schools. Over the past three weeks, many children and staff have been unwell. It is important that tamariki are kept at home until they are fully recovered. When students return too soon, illness spreads quickly to others, including staff and makes it difficult to keep our school open. As working parents, we… Read More

Kia ora e te whaanau, As we head towards the halfway point of the term, there is so much to celebrate across our kura. From sporting achievements and academic challenges to exciting adventures like Snow Camp, our tamariki continue to demonstrate resilience, enthusiasm, and a love for ako. Thank you for the ongoing support you provide, it makes all the difference in helping our learners thrive. We hope you enjoy this week’s updates and join us in acknowledging the successes and milestones of our school community. Sports Ka mau te wehi to… Read More

Nau mai hoki mai, Welcome back! Kia ora e te whaanau, What an exciting term lies ahead! Term 3 is always a special time in our calendar, filled with rich learning, connections, and of course, the much-anticipated Calf Club. We’re thrilled to welcome everyone back and hope your holidays brought rest and joy. Calf Club Countdown Begins! Calf Club is Glenbrook School’s signature celebration of rural pride, creativity, and community. Entries are now due, and we expect every student to participate, there’s something for everyone! Please refer to the Calf Club newsletters… Read More

Teenaa koutou e te whaanau whaanui o Glenbrook School, Glenbrook Speech Finals: A Celebration of Voice and ConfidenceWe were thrilled to see so many of our whaanau and friends join us for our Glenbrook School Speech Finals on Raahina, 16 o Hune. It was a fantastic evening of beautiful  oratory, confidence, and connection. Congratulations to all our finalists! Your courage and clarity of thought were inspiring. Winners: Year 4: 1st – Rhea Yazbeck, 2nd – Eli Boustridge, 3rd – Anna Jones Years 5 & 6: 1st – Arapeta Tepania, 2nd – Benjamin Heine, 3rd… Read More

Tēnā koutou e te whānau, Last week I attended the Auckland Primary Principals’ Conference in Taupō, where the Minister of Education shared some important updates that will directly affect schools like Glenbrook. A key focus was on improving learning support, including increased funding for early intervention and teacher aide hours. This means more support for our tamariki who need it most, and a reduction in wait times for specialist services. The Government is also developing new curriculum resources in science, maths, and literacy, which will support our teachers as we continue to… Read More

Kia ora e te whānau, Country School Closure :Thank YouA sincere thank you for your support and understanding during our unexpected school closure last Friday. Power has now been fully restored, along with water, phones, and Wi-Fi. As a rural school, we not connected to town services.  Power cuts significantly impact our ability to pump water, provide drinking water, and flush toilets, making it a health and safety risk. We appreciate your swift response and support. Tirohanga AssemblyWe’re pleased to confirm that Tirohanga will be holding their class assembly this week, following… Read More

Kia ora e te whaanau, We hope this newsletter finds you well as we move through the heart of Term 2. There are a number of exciting events and important reminders coming up. Please read on for the latest updates. Akonui Hui:  Mid-Year Learning Conferences Our Akonui Hui (Parent–Teacher–Student Learning Conferences) will be held on Monday 26th May and Tuesday 27th May. These hui are a vital part of our school’s approach to building strong, learning-focused partnerships with whaanau. They provide an opportunity to celebrate your child’s progress and reflect on their learning journey. Akonui… Read More

Teenaa koutou e te whaanau, This week, I have been in Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) meeting with Kaahui Ako Leads from across Aotearoa. While there is speculation and various documents circulating, we will await the official Budget announcement next week to gain clarity about the future of Kaahuinga Arataki. Following that, I will be meeting with our Waiuku principals to discuss our response and next steps. No matter the outcome, we remain firmly committed to working collaboratively across our schools to share effective practice and provide meaningful opportunities for both our kaiako and… Read More