Galatea School NZ

10/06/2026

📚DUFFY IN SCHOOL 📖

Yesterday, the Duffy Theatre came to visit! This awesome show is part of the Duffy Books in Homes programme, which inspires kids to love reading. Our students absolutely loved the performance and were so engaged. The story taught them an important lesson about finding a healthy balance between books and electronic gadgets! 🙂

08/06/2026

Hi again - still checking if there are any available rentals around the valley for a teacher and her family. Please let us know.
Thank you muchly

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07/06/2026

BUS NOTICE - URGENT

Arohamai Whānau - the bus has a flat tyre this morning. PLEASE drop your kids to school if you can. Apologies for the inconvenience.

05/06/2026

🏔️ Hillary Outdoors 2026 & Whānau Farewells 🏔️
Our three amazing girls have returned safe and sound from their Hillary Outdoors Leadership Camp this week! They braved some truly fierce weather and built incredible leadership skills that will serve them well both now and into the future. We are so proud of you all and can't wait to hear all about your adventures when we see you back at school next week!

A Massive Thank You 🙏
We owe a huge shout-out to Graeme Taylor from Broadlands School. We are incredibly grateful for the immense effort he puts in year after year, securing the fundraising needed to keep this camp affordable for our whānau. Thank you, Graeme, for making this opportunity possible for our tamariki!

Haere Ra to the Baxter Family 🚜🌾
On a bittersweet note, we want to wish a fond farewell to Chalee, Franke, and the rest of the Baxter family as they head off on their next adventure, farming a little further down the North Island. You are all going to be dearly missed here at Galatea School. We wish you nothing but health, happiness, and success in this exciting next chapter of your lives.

Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou
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05/06/2026

CAN YOU HELP?

We are looking for donated items to create obstacles for our upcoming fun run. Does anyone have:-

** 4-6 conventional rectangular hay bales
** giant tractor tyres (the bigger the better 2-4)
** old car tyres (no exposed wires (6-10)
** bricks and planks of wood to create walking beams

If you can help please contact the office or let a staff member know. Much appreciated.

05/06/2026

Orders can be placed through the school office or contact a family that has a child at school and add your order to their form.
Thank you for your support.

🥧 OXFORD PIES FUNDRAISER IS ON! 🥧

Looking for an easy dinner solution that the whole family will love? Want to stock up the freezer for winter? We’ve got you covered!

We are running an Oxford Pies Fundraiser, and we need your support! From classic mince and steak to delicious fruit pies and family-sized favourites, there is something for everyone. Every single pie purchased helps us raise vital funds for our upcoming school projects and resources for our tamariki.

👇 Here is what you need to know: 👇

📅 Orders Close: WEDNESDAY 1ST JULY
🚚 Delivery / Collection Day: TUESDAY 21ST JULY
📝 How to Order: Order forms have been sent home with your child earlier this week

Whether it's a quick lunch, a cosy family dinner, or a sweet treat, these pies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Please share this post with friends, family, and work colleagues—let’s see how many pies we can sell!

Thank you so much for your ongoing support of our school community. Happy ordering! 🥳

05/06/2026

🥧 OXFORD PIES FUNDRAISER IS ON! 🥧

Looking for an easy dinner solution that the whole family will love? Want to stock up the freezer for winter? We’ve got you covered!

We are running an Oxford Pies Fundraiser, and we need your support! From classic mince and steak to delicious fruit pies and family-sized favourites, there is something for everyone. Every single pie purchased helps us raise vital funds for our upcoming school projects and resources for our tamariki.

👇 Here is what you need to know: 👇

📅 Orders Close: WEDNESDAY 1ST JULY
🚚 Delivery / Collection Day: TUESDAY 21ST JULY
📝 How to Order: Order forms have been sent home with your child earlier this week

Whether it's a quick lunch, a cosy family dinner, or a sweet treat, these pies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Please share this post with friends, family, and work colleagues—let’s see how many pies we can sell!

Thank you so much for your ongoing support of our school community. Happy ordering! 🥳

05/06/2026

Does anyone have the contact of a mobile coffee business that might be interested in coming along and setting up on the day of our fun run - 19th June?

05/06/2026

🏃‍♂️ Galatea School Fun Run Event 2026! 🌈

Dear Parents and Whānau,

Get ready for an exciting change! This year, we are shaking things up and running a spectacular Galatea School Fun Run in place of our regular annual cross-country event. We are transforming our rugby field into an action-packed course filled with obstacles, a ground-based cargo net, a spiral run, and massive bursts of colourful paint powder!

Our main goals for this event are:

To increase participation and get every single student involved.

To provide a competitive element for our tamariki who want to challenge themselves, push their limits, and achieve their personal best.

To make learning fun!

📅 Key Details:

When: Friday 19th June. Start time 10am with our youngest students up first!

Postponement Date: Monday 22nd June

Where: Galatea School Grounds

What to wear: We will be using coloured paint powder at points to add a splash of colour and fun to this event so a white or light colour t-shirt is a must!

Please note: Students will be running in their specific year levels on the day. A full timetable will be shared with whānau prior to the event so you know exactly when your child will be taking the field! We will also need help with marshalling at specific points.

We are also thrilled to announce that we have invited our local Te Urewera Cluster schools to come along and join in on the fun, making it a wonderful community celebration.

Because the entire event is being held right here on our school grounds, you won't miss a single moment of the action! Whānau are warmly invited to come along, find a great vantage point, watch their children compete for the entire event, and cheer our amazing tamariki on.

🎓 Curriculum Connections: Why We Are Doing This!

This event isn't just about fun and paint—it is a deeply integrated learning experience aligned directly with Phase 1–2 of the New Zealand Health and Physical Education Curriculum:

Strand A: Personal Health and Physical Development (Regular Physical Activity)

Our tamariki will experience a creative and highly enjoyable physical activity, helping them directly connect movement with a positive sense of personal well-being.

Strand B: Movement Concepts and Motor Skills (Movement Skills & Positive Attitudes)

By tackling the obstacles, cargo nets, and the spiral run, students will develop and practice a wide range of gross motor skills in a play-focused environment. It encourages a willingness to accept physical challenges, learn how to pace themselves, and extend their personal capabilities.

Strand C & D: Relationships with Other People & Healthy Communities

Hosting our Te Urewera Cluster schools allows our students to practice manaakitanga, demonstrating respect and interpersonal skills as they participate in a major communal event that enhances the well-being of our wider community.

We can't wait to see you there for a day of colour, community, and personal triumphs! Please contact us if you require any more information.

05/06/2026

📢 Attendance Letters

Some whānau may have received attendance letters from our school. These letters are part of our Attendance Management Plan and are sent as part of our responsibilities under Ministry of Education attendance expectations.

The letters are generated based on attendance data and are intended to start a conversation and ensure we are supporting all students to attend school regularly. Receiving a letter does not mean we do not understand or appreciate the reasons for absences. We know that illness, medical appointments, family circumstances, and other challenges can impact attendance.

Our goal is to work alongside whānau to support every child to be present, engaged, and successful at school. If your child has ongoing attendance concerns or circumstances affecting their attendance, please don't hesitate to get in touch with your child's teacher so we can work together to provide support.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your child's learning and wellbeing.

Ngā mihi,
Galatea School – Te Kura o Kuhawaea