21 Apr 2026

WPS Newsletter

Our Newsletter: Term 2, Week 1

Kia ora koutou katoa,

Welcome back to school! I hope you and your whānau had a restful and refreshing Easter break. It is wonderful to see our tamariki returning with big smiles, ready to dive into another term of growth and discovery.

Term 2 is traditionally a time of great progress. With the swimming pool now closed for the season, our daily schedule is less disrupted, allowing us to really consolidate our learning. This is the "settling in" term where we see the hard work from Term 1 truly begin to click for our students. We are looking forward to a focused and productive few months ahead.

 
Upcoming School Events

We have two very important gatherings in the coming weeks and we would love to see you there:

• Whole School Pōwhiri: Friday, 24 April at 10:30 a.m. We will be formally welcoming all our new students and their whānau into the Whangārei Primary School family. This is a special time of connection, and everyone is welcome to attend and support our newcomers.
• ANZAC Assembly: Tuesday, 28 April at 10:00 a.m. Please join us as we gather to commemorate ANZAC Day. This assembly is a significant moment for our school to reflect on history, service, and peace.
   

The Power of Presence: Attendance Matters

As we move into this period of consolidated learning, I want to emphasize the vital importance of regular attendance. Every day at school provides building blocks for your child's future. It might not seem like much at the time, but the numbers tell a different story:

Did you know? Missing just one day of school a week adds up to nearly an entire term of lost learning over the course of a school year.

When students miss school, they don’t just miss the lesson of the day; they miss the social connections and the momentum that makes learning feel easy and fun. Let’s work together to ensure our tamariki are here, on time, and ready to learn every day.

Ngā mihi nui,

Matua Danny Tumuaki Whangārei Primary School

31 Mar 2026

WPS Newsletter

Kia Ora,
This is our last newsletter for Term 1, 31st of March, 2026

Please click on the link below to open and view our newsletter:
WPS Newsletter - W09T01 - 31 March 2026

If you would like to view any of our previous newsletters, please click on this link below:
WPS Newsletters and Notices

Nga mihi

Office@WPS
Ph: (09) 438 3186
office@whangareiprimary.school.nz

27 Mar 2026

Kia ora Whānau,

Just a friendly reminder of our schedule as we wrap up Term 1:

• Final Day: Wednesday, 1st April.
• Staff Only Day: Thursday, 2nd April (No school for students).
• Term 2 Starts: Monday, 20th April.
• Public Holiday: Monday, 27th April (ANZAC Day Observed).

Enjoy the holidays and stay safe!

Office@WPS
Whangārei Primary School

10 Mar 2026

Reminder: Registrations 2026 - Netball

Parents/Caregivers,

Thank you very much for those of you who registered your child/rens interest in playing Netball this year. It is looking like we are going to have about three to four teams in total. Please read the following information carefully before officially registering your child/ren on the link below for Netball for Terms 2 and 3 in 2026.

Key Information:
- Registration Deadline: All student registrations must be submitted by Friday, 13 March 2026.
- Late Registrations: If you miss the deadline, you may still register, but your child will be placed on a waiting list. They will only be able to play if a spot becomes available in a team.
- Season Commitment: The netball season runs during Terms 2 and 3. By registering, your child is committing to play for both terms.
- Fees: The cost for the season is $55, payable before the end of Term 1 in order to be a part of team.

Payment Options:
- Payments must be made directly into the school account: 12-3115-0070010-00 with the account name: Whangarei Primary School Imprest Account (please use your child's name and Netball as a reference).
- Alternatively, payments can be made in person at the school office.

Click on this link to fill in this Netball Registration:
https://forms.gle/FXq77AUAqhPWLRiU6

Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

Mr Dylan Tavinor
Teacher / Sports Co-Ordinator
Whangārei Primary School

10 Mar 2026

Reminder: Registrations 2026 - Hockey

Parents/Caregivers,

Thank you very much for those of you who express interest in your child/ren playing Hockey this year. It is looking like we are going to have about four to five teams in total. Please read the following information carefully before officially registering your child/ren on the link below for Hockey for Terms 2 and 3 in 2026.

Key Information:
- Registration Deadline: All student registrations must be submitted by Friday, 13 March 2026.
- Late Registrations: If you miss the deadline, you may still register, but your child will be placed on a waiting list. They will only be able to play if a spot becomes available in a team.
- Season Commitment: The hockey season runs during Terms 2 and 3. By registering, your child is committing to play for both terms.
- Fees: The cost for the season is $60, payable before the end of Term 1 in order to be a part of team.

Payment Options:
- Payments must be made directly into the school account: 12-3115-0070010-00 with the account name: Whangarei Primary School Imprest Account (please use your child's name and Hockey as a reference).
- Alternatively, payments can be made in person at the school office.

Click on this link to fill in this Hockey Registration:
https://forms.gle/aweAJTPFQS2mFySP7

Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

Mr Dylan Tavinor
Teacher / Sports Co-Ordinator
Whangārei Primary School