Lyall Bay School

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Kia ora

Ka tangi te pīpīwharauroa, ko te karere a Mahurui: When the Shining Cuckoo cries it is the messenger of spring.

We have seen such big changes in the weather, daily! Please make sure tamariki are at school with named clothing, including jackets, so we can still be outside as much as possible.

Contents

Annual Plan

Vision in Action

Learning Conversations

Attendance

Friends Update

Art Exhibition volunteers

Sport options

Annual Plan: September - December 2026

Our new Strategic Plan sets out seven priorities for Lyall Bay School over the next three years. For the remainder of 2026, we are intentionally focusing on five of these priorities so that our actions are achievable and have a meaningful impact.

Our five focus areas are:

strengthening consistent approaches to wellbeing, behaviour, safety and belonging
making school communication clearer, more consistent and easier to access
helping whānau understand how Learning Through Play supports learning across the school
improving reporting so whānau have a clearer understanding of their child’s progress, strengths and next steps
strengthening academic pathways, targeted teaching, appropriate challenge and opportunities for extension and leadership.

The remaining two strategic priorities have not been forgotten. They remain part of our three-year Strategic Plan and will be addressed through future annual plans.

Progress on these five priorities will be monitored throughout Terms 3 and 4. What we learn from tamariki, whānau, staff and achievement information will help shape our Annual Implementation Plan for 2027.

Vision in Action

All our tamariki showed how they are living our Pou of Manaaki, Pākiki, and Hiranga at the Roller Disco last Saturday.

Thank you so much Friends (FoLBS) for putting on such a wonderful event.

Learning Conversations

Next week we have the opportunity for you to come in and kōrero about the learning that is happening for your tamaiti. You can book the conversations on the HERO app.

We have listened to you and worked to make sure you and your tamaiti get what you need from these conversations. The conversation blocks are 30 minutes long; this gives ample time for you to spend with your tamaiti and kōrero with kaiako. Some of you have expressed an interest in a private, 5-minute conversation about learning with kaiako as well. This is booked separately from the 30 min block, but will be within the 30 min timeframe.

If you wish to speak with kaiako about something other than learning, or you think it will take longer than 5 minutes, please email kaiako and arrange another time. Each kaiako email address is firstname.lastname@lyallbay.school.nz.

We are looking forward to sharing all the learning with you.

Attendance - Health

We continue to have a focus on attendance, but we do understand that there is a lot of sickness about. We have had many cases of influenza A as well as some tummy bugs. To keep our attendance up it is important that sickness is kept at home so it is not past on.

Here is a link form the Ministry that can help you decided whther tamariki should be at school or not. How to decide if a child is well enough to be at school or early learning - Ministry of Education

Please send ākonga to school if you are unsure, we will call you if they become unwell.

Friends update

Wordathon - a huge thank you to all those who have donated so far. No donation is too small. Whether it's $5, $20, or more, every contribution brings us one step closer to a new turf that our tamariki can enjoy for years to come.
To make donating easy, you can make a direct transfer to:
Friends of Lyall Bay School
Account: 12-3481-0009279-00
Cash donations can also be sent to school and given to your child's class teacher.

Friends of Lyall Bay next meeting is Tuesday 22 September, 7pm online

Many thanks to all those whanau who attended the annual Wheels Disco.

It was wonderful to see so many of our akonga and their whanau at this event. It had a great buzz with loads of smiling faces! Thanks to all those teachers who popped in on their Saturday night.

We need more helpers!

Friends of Lyall Bay School (FoLBS) is always looking for more members to work together to support the school. We do this by raising money for school projects and building a greater sense of community involvement in the school.

All parents and caregivers are most welcome to join the FoLBS. We meet monthly (mainly online) and everyone is invited to attend our meetings.

Lyall Bay Artists to feature in local art show:

The talent of artists at Lyall Bay School is beyond measure, and now they have a great opportunity to exhibit their art in Castomanic, a very special show at Rice Pudding Gallery, Newtown. The show runs from October 6-10 and we need volunteers to manage the gallery. It’s a chance for our tamariki to tell visitors about their artworks, see the fruits of their work, and connect with the other artists who participated in the show. We have an exhibition roster, so if you can spend 1 hour at the exhibition, let us know. It would be a great help, plus you will get to see the show!

Sport options

Sports information has been sent out on HERO - please register your child before the close of registrations on Wednesday 23rd September.

We are proud to offer a range of after-school sports for our tamariki. The following sports are available in Term 4:

One off - Weetbix Tryathon - registrations open for February 2027 event
Futsal (New Entrants-Y6) - NO COST
Mini-Polo (Y3- Y6 competent swimmers only)
Touch (New Entrants-Y6)
Netball (New Entrants-Y4)
Volleyball (Y5/6)
Floorball (New Entrants-Y6)

Dates to Diary

Tues 8 Sept EZ Swimming Yr 4-6

Wed 9 Sept Navigating the Journey - Onepū whānau 5 pm

14 - 18 Sept Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

Tues 15 Sept Interzone Swimming Yr 4-6

Bee in the City launch

Learning Conversations

Wed 16 Sept Learning Conversations

Tues 22 Sept Talent Quest Huetepara 1.30 pm

FoLBS (Friends) meeting 7 pm online

Wed 23 Sept Talent Quest Maranui 1.30 pm

Thur 24 Sept Talent Quest Onepū 1.30 pm

Thur 24 Sept Turning Five party Ahu 1.30 pm

Fri 25 Sept Whole School Assembly (Huetepara)

Last day term 3

Welcome to:

Nikora, Adeen and Dre, who have started in the past

two weeks.

We know your time at Lyall Bay will be the best!

Lunches at School:

If you would like to order lunch to be delivered to your child at school, we are offering Subway Mondays and Thursdays, Vietnameezy Wednesdays, and Sushi Fridays.

Go to the School Shop (Kindo) on our website, www.lyallbay.school.nz and set up an account. Lunches need to be ordered before 9.00am on the morning of delivery or you can order for a whole term in advance. Please make sure you use the correct name and class for your child!

Kindo Payables are Here:

Kindo is getting a fresh new look from early August, designed to make paying and completing forms simpler. Keep an eye out for the update, and check your email for what's new. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4pAel6D

Quick, easy online payments - 24/7. We’re excited to extend Kindo. This user-friendly platform will allow you to purchase school items, register for sports and support fundraisers 24/7, with one convenient account for the whole family. Enjoy flexible payment options anytime, anywhere! Just go to the School Shop (Kindo) on our website, www.lyallbay.school.nz and set up an account.

Why families love Kindo:
Flexible Payment Options:

Pay in full, spread it out, or set up hassle-free automatic payments.
Choose from three FREE payment methods: online eftpos, bank transfer, or POLi.
Prefer debit or credit cards? We've got you covered!

One Simple Account for the Whole Family:

One account works for multiple members - even at different schools, clubs or organisations.
Easily track all expenses in one place.
Available 24/7 - purchase school items, manage registrations, and support fundraisers anytime, anywhere!

Weetbix Kids Tryathlon:

Entries open: Wednesday 19th August.

Help us build our school team so that we can be the largest school group at Kilbirnie Park.

It's simple: From Wednesday 19th August, register for the TRYathlon and make sure you choose to be part of the Lyall Bay School group.

Please note all participants must be aged from 6 to 15 years on event day.

Distances are approximate and are as follows;

6 year olds - 50m swim / 1.5km run
7 year olds - 50m swim / 4km cycle / 1.5km run
8-9 year olds - 100m swim / 4km cycle / 1.5km run
10-15 year olds - 150m swim / 8km cycle / 1.5 km run

Entry Options:

Splash & Dash - 6 year olds only. Swim and run.
Individual TRYathlete - 7-15 year olds. Swim, cycle and run.
Teams of Two - 7-9 year olds (Juniors) and 10-15 year olds (Seniors).

One team member does the swim, the other does the cycle, and both do the run.

Feeling the pinch on lunchboxes? https://www.kiwilunchbox.co.nz is a free tool built by an Auckland parent. It plans a week of school lunches around whatever is on special at Woolworths and New World, shows what the week will cost, and gives you a prep plan. No account needed, nothing for sale.

NZ has amazing track cyclists, with many medals recently won at the Commonwealth Games. We're keen to get more juniors engaged in this sport, which is cheap, and teaches resilience and bike handling skills. We provide everything - bikes, even helmets, cycling clothes and shoes for anyone keen.

Junior track cycling is on Tuesdays at 4.30pm - 6pm in Term 4 and Term 1. Kids can try it out three times for free!

You can also find more information via this link : https://www.pnp.org.nz/junior-track

Guides is an exciting programme for girls aged 9-12 years, where they develop confidence, leadership, and practical skills while making lifelong friendships. From camping and outdoor adventures to creative challenges, community service, and learning new skills, every week offers something different.

Lyall Bay Guides meets Tuesdays 6.30 - 8pm at the Britannia Scout Hall on Hataitai Beach, and we're always happy to welcome new members. If you know a girl who loves trying new things, making friends, and challenging herself, we'd love to have her join us!

Local Babysitting Available:

My name is Koko. I go to Wellington Girls' College and I am in year 11. I live 3 min away from Lyall Bay School and really want to start babysitting kids around my neighbourhood. I really love babysitting and have had lots of experience. If you would like a night out, please give me a call to mind your children. Contact: Koko Jackson on 020 5930 7220.

After School Hockey Club (ASHC):

Looking for a fun and active after-school activity next term? ASHC is a great opportunity for children in Years 1-6 to learn new skills, build confidence, make friends, and enjoy hockey in a supportive environment.

Whether they're picking up a stick for the first time or already playing hockey, our experienced coaches create sessions that are fun, engaging, and suitable for all abilities.

Cost

$65 for the six-week programme

Session Times

Years 1-3: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Years 4-6: 4:15pm - 5:00pm

National Hockey Stadium (NHS)

Mondays | 12 Oct - 23 Nov

Fraser Park & Kelburn Normal School

Thursdays | 15 Oct - 19 Nov

Elsdon & Maidstone

Wednesdays | 14 Oct - 18 Nov

A great way to stay active, learn new skills, and have fun after school.

For any questions reach out to: jada@wellingtonhockey.org.nz or visit our website After School Hockey Club | Wellington Hockey

Wellington Harrier Childrens Athletics:

Ready, Set, Go, Unleash your childs potential!

Junior Athletics for children aged 4 - 6 years and 7 - 14 Years.

Looking for a fun, active program that builds skills for life? Our Children’s Athletics Programme teaches the fundamentals of track and field, while keeping the focus entirely on fun and fitness! From sprinting, High Jump and hurdles to long jump and shot put, we help kids discover what they can achieve.

What We Offer: Age-appropriate skills stations (Sprints, Jumps, Throws), teamwork, resilience, and personal-best tracking.

Fully coached sessions by qualified coaches and supportive mentors, inclusive environment for all fitness levels and abilities. A fantastic, social atmosphere where kids can make new friends, push their limits, and celebrate achieving their personal bests

Starts: Saturday 10th October

Time: 9.30am

Venue: Newtown Park Athletics Track

For more information email Julie: juliemaerdy@yahoo.co.uk

Ellerslie School is turning 150 years old in 2027!

Are you a former student or staff member of Ellerslie School? We welcome you to be a part of our Alumni community!

Please join us in celebrating our history, share your memories with us and connect with past whānau of Ellerslie School.

If you would like to be kept up to date on all the festivities to celebrate our special 150th birthday occasion to be held in 2027, please sign up to our database by completing this form:

https://forms.gle/X1QTFxnRcNGpPyfK9

Please sign up to our Ellerslie School Alumni Facebook page with an Instagram page coming soon: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582768932221

If you have any queries please email: alumni@ellerslie.school.nz

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