Mihi Whakatau

We always start the new school year with a full school Mihi Whakatau to welcome all of our new kaimahi (staff), ākonga (learners), and whānau (families) to our school. This will take place shortly after 9am on Thursday 30th of January. Everyone is welcome.

New Parent & Whānau Induction Meeting

Immediately after our Mihi Whakatau we invite all parents and whānau to the staffroom for some kai (food) and a cup of tea. When we have finished out kai we run an information packed session for new families and answer any question you have about our school.

Learning Conferences

These are all set to go for the 27th of February 2025. You will need to book a slot for your child/ren in the Hero app or in Hero online. You will receive a notification when bookings are open.

If you are new to Winchester School or not yet connected to Hero, please contact your child’s teacher, or phone the school office, to book in your Learning Conference.

Overview of Reporting Structure

At Winchester School Te Kura o Te Haonui, our reporting process is designed to foster strong relationships, keep learners at the center, and prioritise learner progress. The overall structure of our reporting policy includes:

• Term 1: Initial Learning Conferences focused on relationship building and goal setting.
• Term 2: Community Open Days and mid-term written reports to provide a snapshot of progress.
• Term 3: Learning Conferences centered around student-led or three-way discussions and assessment chats.
• Term 4: End-of-year written reports summarising overall achievement and progress.

School Apps

Hero: School wide notices, events calendar, student absences, permission slips etc will be part of the Hero app. HERO is also your go to app for reporting progress on learning, booking conferences and class placements. Need to connect to Hero? 

Seesaw: Day to day learning posts and reminders will continue to be communicated through the Seesaw Family app. Your child’s teacher will provide you with a QR Code login to your child’s Seesaw account, or send an email invitation.

myKindo: You will also need to have the myKindo app on your phone, or access your myKindo account via the web. Kindo is the platform you use for all student related finances and payments from sausage sizzles, sports teams and  to school donations. Find out more here.

Hats

School hats are compulsory in Term 1 & Term 4. Any bucket hat is acceptable. There are no other uniform requirements.

School Lunches

You can buy lunch for your child through the Ezlunch service (part of myKindo). Need myKindo? Get sorted here. Lunch can be purchased for Thursdays each week.

• Subway
• Sushi
• PTA Lunches

Swimming

Your child’s class will have 2-3 swimming sessions each week. Your child’s teacher will share their weekly swimming timetable with you. Pool keys are also available to purchase over the summer holiday break. Inquire at the school office if you are interested.

If you have any questions or need some help just get in touch with your child’s teacher. Email is the best way to connect with them. Email address are on the Staff page on our website.

Stationary

All student stationery has been ordered by the school and this has been sent directly to school. Your child's Kindo account will be charged the fee as below and needs to be paid before school starts.
Please email [email protected] if you have any questions or queries.