Child Absences:

We ask parents to notify the school by 9.30am if your child will be absent from school that day. Otherwise the school secretary will endeavor to contact parents to determine their child's whereabouts.

Accidents:

From time to time children sustain injuries in their course of play. Minor injuries are treated in the medical room and the child usually returns to class when it is thought advisable. In the case of more serious injuries, or when the child is obviously unwell through sickness, parents are contacted and requested to collect their child. In the case of more serious injuries, or when the child is obviously unwell through sickness. All treatment given is recorded in the accident register. Please keep the school informed if your child develops any allergies.

Affordable Activity Fees:

These are set at the first Board of Trustees meeting in December and are published in the newsletter. $25.00 per child per term or $35.00 per family per term.

Assemblies

Assemblies are held every second Friday from 11.30 am to 12.30pm. The assemblies are organized by the senior students of the school. The emphasis is on the sharing of children s work and acknowledgment of achievements. Parents are actively encouraged to attend our school assemblies.

Bikes

Children may ride to school, where suitable facilities are available for storage during the day. We do not encourage children under eight to ride to school by themselves. It is expected that all children that bike to school wear a helmet and be familiar with road safety.

Scholastic Book Club:

Children have the opportunity, of purchasing books through the school at a reduced rate. This offer is available approximately six times a year.

Board of Trustees:

Chairperson: Maao Vaireka Principal: Neil Sainsbury Staff Representative: Jennie Tyree Secretary: Jenny Bell Board Members: Sa Vole, Glen Williams, Linda Baxter

Dental Clinic

The school dental clinic is situated in the school grounds. Children may be enrolled at the age of 2 years. A Dental Therapist is responsible for many schools and will only be on site for a definite period of time.

Display Folders:

Children purchase a clear folder that is used to record and keep samples of work, showing their achievement against the achievement objectives in the curriculum statements. This may also include links to the essential skills. It may also keep a record of their sample work, personal goals and school goals that the child, teacher and parent set at the start of the school year.

Enrolments:

A birth certificate or Passport is required to be sighted. Prospective parents and children are welcome at any time to visit the school and see it in action. Please contact the Office to make arrangements.

5-Year-Old Enrolments:

Please contact the school at least one month before your child?s fifth birthday to make arrangements for your child?s pre-entry visits. You will also need to bring along a copy of your child?s Immunisation Certificate from your Well Health Book.

Fundraising

We are very fortunate to have a band of hard working parents who play an integral role in fundraising ventures that benefit the school. Please contact the Office if you can help.

Homework

"Regular Homework" is usually centered on literacy and numeracy. This normally involves the child reading to you, or reading together especially junior children. Although homework is the child's responsibility, parental support or assistance is encouraged and to be acknowledged i.e.: signing of their spelling notebook and reading diary. Other activities e.g.: maths, integrated subjects, may be issued to the senior children. Children are expected to dedicate a set time for their homework each night.

Library

We have a well-stocked modern library within the school. Children will be encouraged to use this facility for both research and recreation. The school expects parents to accept responsibility for books lost or damaged at home. As books are usually quite expensive items, it is reasonable therefore to expect parents to cover the replacement costs of lost or damaged books.

Lunch Orders

Orders are taken from 8.30am to 8.50am in the Office. Please have correct money in a named sealed envelope. Parents help run the lunch system, they need helpers, please contact the Office if you can spare an hour.

Price details are available from the office.

Money

There are many occasions when money is brought to school for stationery, trips, visits, or other activities. It would be appreciated if the following procedures could be observed with money being taken to the Office:

Money or cheques must be in an enclosed envelope with the following details: bullet Child's name. bullet Child's room number. bullet Amount enclosed. bullet What the money is for. bullet Cheques should be made out to

"Konini Primary School" unless directed otherwise.

Outdoor Education

Our school has an annual camp for the senior children. It is held at the nearby Brookfield Scout Campsite. The school camp has become part of the school's culture and will be the highlight of the year for many students. The camp serves to unite teachers and students alike and also helps build a close team bond amongst parents, staff and pupils. Parents help is essential to the viability of having a camp.

Activities include: Canoeing Orienteering Bush Walks Swimming

Parent Help

Education of children at Konini Primary School is a partnership between teachers and parents. We appreciate the many offers of help from parents who are willingly to assist with publishing, reading, maths, clubs, sports, music, lunches and trips to name a few.

If you are able to help in any way, please contact the office.

Resources

Our school is well resourced with modern technology and teaching aids. All children have the opportunity to use these resources during school time.

Reporting

Two interviews are held with parents every year. The first interview (term 1) is a general review of progress, and goal setting for the child. The second interview (term 4) is a thirty minute in-depth review of the child's achievements against the goals set, as well as against the achievement objectives linked to the National Curriculum Documents. A sample folder showing children's work and their achievements will go home each term. The school has an "open door" policy, and parents are encouraged to keep in regular contact with their child's teacher.

School Goals

Konini Primary, through the leadership of the BoT, Principal and staff, will strive to meet the goals created through the Community's vision.

1. To create a positive learning environment that is innovative, where teachers, staff and students choose excellence.
2. To create a safe and welcoming environment that meets the needs of all children.
3. To instil a school climate that values its teachers and their professionalism.
4. To have a well resourced school.
5. To foster a supportive partnership between parents, teachers and community.

School Hours

8:50am - 2:50pm, with breaks at 10.10am and 12.30pm. We prefer children not at arrive at school before 8.00am. The school will not be held responsible before 8.30am and after 3.30pm

For safety reasons, we ask all parents and pupils to follow the footpath beside the drive and not walk through the car park.

Special Needs

Children with special needs are identified and an individual programme of work is planned and implemented with the assistance of specialist personnel e.g.: Reading Recovery Teacher or Resource Teacher Of Learning and Behaviour. The Board of Trustees allocates a budget to ensure all children and staff have the appropriate resources to enhance better learning and behaviour.

Sport

The senior school children are able to participate in all Inter-School sporting activities. The sports include: Netball, Rugby, Soccer, Hockey, Mini-Ball, Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics, and Athletics. This also includes netball and mini ball competitions held after school during some of the school term.

Stationary

Stationery is on sale at Take Note Bookshop in the mall (opposite New World). Incidentals eg. pencils are available from the Office. Once Parents know what class their child is in, they can then go to the bookshop and ask for a stationery pack for that class.

Sun Hats

The wearing of sun hats during periods of outdoor activities during Terms 1 & 4 is compulsory. The most suitable hats are those that protect the face, neck and ears. (Not caps). Children without suitable hats will be required to remain in shady areas during playtime and lunchtime.

Swimming

All children are expected to be involved with the regular swimming programme during the summer season. This is part of the Physical Education and Health Curriculum.

Toys at School

Children for a variety of reasons bring belongings to school. While some occasions may be appropriate for this, the brining of toys, computer games and valuables, as a rule is discouraged. No responsibility can be taken for items brought for play purposes.

Trips

These may include: Walks in the local community Local parks and playground Fitness activities involving short walks and runs Education outside the classroom e.g.: orienteering Local schools, kindergartens, shops

There will be no cost involved, although you may be asked to accompany children. For longer trips, notices will always be sent home for your permission.

Whole School Events

At least once a term, the whole school will combine together and work on a common theme. Children may be in year 1-6 groupings, or age groups for those programmes. Past themes have included dinosaurs, space, weather, and water.