Friday 13 November 2026
Kia ora whānau
As a school, we value the voice of all our whānau. In the link below, there is a short questionnaire to complete. Topics in the survey include:
- Strategic Goals Update from the Board: All schools have been asked to update their strategic plans, with a focus on Reading, Writing and Mathematics. The Board are seeking feedback on these minor changes.
- How safe do your tamariki feel at Stratford Primary School: This is our annual survey we use to review our school culture.
- How we give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi: Current examples of this include offering online Te Reo Māori to Year 5-8 ākonga, Kapa Haka and using Te Reo Māori in our daily classroom programmes (simple words and phrases).
- Student Dress Expectations Policy: This is clarifying what was already in place. However, new legislation requires the Board to consult on any changes in school rules (by-law). We have added one funny whānau/ākonga comment to ensure we get everyone to complete the survey.
We are aiming for ⅔ of the community to complete the survey. This is approximately 200 surveys. Mr Elder will provide all the students a surprise if we achieve this goal over the next few weeks.
Ki runga rawa
Click here to complete the survey.
Have you expressed an interest in attending the Year 7-8 Camp in 2027?
In Term 1, the Year 7-8 Team will be heading to Turangi near Lake Taupo. The dates for this camp are:
- Tuesday 16 February to Friday 19 February.
Whānau will be selected by the EOTC Leadership Team based on set criteria. If you wish to be considered for this camp, you must attend one of the up and coming Camp Meetings. All selected parents must be police vetted.
Scheduled Camp Meetings for later this term:
- Wednesday 18 November in the Staffroom – 9am; 3.15pm or 5.15pm.
- Wednesday 25 November in the Staffroom – 9am; 3.15pm or 5.15pm.
Agenda:
- Details about the camps
- What parent skills we require for the camps
- Parents then complete the EOTC Volunteer Form and Police Vet if needed.
In Term 3, the Year 5-6 Team will be visiting Topec for two full days of activities. They will not stay overnight for this camp. The dates for this camp are:
- Monday 20 September and Tuesday 21 September – two classes to be confirmed.
- Thursday 23 September and Friday 24 September – two classes to be confirmed.
More information will be shared next year for the Year 5-6 Camp Week.
What is happening next week?
- Monday 16 November: Swimming Year 5-8.
- Tuesday 17 November: Swimming Year 1-4; Huranga Whānui – Digital Design and Visual Art.
- Wednesday 18 November: Huranga Whānui – Digital Design and Visual Art; Year 7-8 Camp Helper Meetings in the staffroom at 9.00am, 3.15pm and 5.15pm.
- Thursday 19 November: Athletics Champs at the TET; Sport Taranaki; Taranaki Basketball – Year 5-6.
- Friday 20 November: Assembly at 9.15am – All whānau are welcome to attend; Road Patrollers Day Out.
Key Future Dates Term 4
- Christmas Parade – Friday 27 November.
- Swimming Sports: Friday 4 December – Year 5-8.
- Senior Social: Thursday 10 December – Year 7-8.
- Home and School Colour Run Fundraiser – Friday 11 December.
- Big Day Out – Year 7-8: Monday 14 December.
- Leavers Assembly: Tuesday 15 December. Be seated in the hall by 12.45pm.
- Final Assembly: Wednesday 16 December at 11.00am.
- Final School Day: Wednesday 16 December at 12.00pm.
Important Information
- School Calendar: SPS School Calendar
- Staff contact emails
- Enrolment for Out of Zone Students
- Notices/Team Newsletters/School Bank Details/How to use the School App
- School Newsletters
- Stationery Lists
- Student absences (Freephone): 0800 000 352
Ngā mihi nui
Jason Elder
Principal
Stratford Primary School