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Te Horo School is a country school set in a picturesque rural area between Ōtaki and Waikanae on the Kapiti Coast. Te Horo School is unique in the fact that despite its proximity to Wellington, it is able to maintain all the traditions of a country school.
We pride ourselves on our school-wide events such as Lamb and Calf Day, this is when children bring their animals to school, feeding and caring for them onsite. This day also includes growing and tending to flower or vegetable gardens. Other special events include our annual school fair “Paddy’s Mart” which is led by our Home & School committee and is an event that the wider community looks forward to. Our tree planting for Matariki breakfast is an event where we can view the Mataraki stars and think of those who have been at the school before us and those who have passed on, sharing a picnic breakfast with those who are here now. We have a special ANZAC service to honour those fallen from our area.
Our children enjoy many educational opportunities that take them outside of the classroom including a relationship with Te Kāhui Tokotoko – the local Ōtaki Schools. We are building links with Katihiku Marae, have a talented Kapa Haka and school choir. Year 6 Camp and Year 8 Camp grow our students' independence and encourage them to challenge themselves physically, along with Ōtaki and Kapiti interschool sporting events, Cross Country, Swimming Sports, Athletics Day and Tabloid Sports to name a few.
EPro 8, Otago Maths and Mastermind give the students an opportunity to stretch their mind. Our Year 7 & 8 children engage in Technology learning onsite and we are resourced to teach Digital Technologies, Cooking, Sewing and Building as part of our Technology programme.
The children can explore our bush reserve, spend time in our school pool, while away the time in our fruit and vegetable gardens and look for hidden chicken eggs! We encourage children to learn in and enjoy their local environment.
Teaching and learning at Te Horo school grows our students from year 1 (5 year olds) to year 8 (12 year olds), we operate as a whole school which we believe encourages the tuakana/teina relationship; older children have a younger buddy whom they care for and look out for while they are at school. We aim to each collaboratively so that we can utilise teacher strengths and cater to the diverse learning needs of our children.
Our HEART values are unique to Te Horo School and we model the values in all of our day to day interactions with each other. We have courage, we are empathetic, we have a sense of fun, we show respect and we are tolerant. Students are supported to behave in a way that ensures that our school is a safe and enjoyable space for everyone.
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General Reminders
School Photos - Portrait order forms have been sent home last Friday & Today. (Please check your child's school bag) Please get in touch if you have any questions or your child has lost their order slip. Photo orders for delivery need to be placed by the 18th of November for free delivery to school by Monday 7th of December. Any questions please get in touch [email protected]
Year 5 EOTC Week - Please see below for the daily reminders for Year 5 EOTC week 🙂
Tākiri o te Ata (Term 4) - Kāpiti Schools’ Kapa Haka Festival
Please get in touch if any questions, please contact Wendy Keating [email protected] & Allie McHugo [email protected]
Important reminder - Wednesday 18th of November
Kapa Haka Performance Group
When: Wednesday 18 November
Meeting at THS: 7.15am (boarding bus, leaving for Southwards 7.30am)
Returning to school approximately 11.30am
NB see permission below - students will also be travelling to Southwards by bus on Thursday morning (mihi whakatau/welcome) and Thursday afternoon to support the handover to Te Rito, the next hosts.
All students (non-performance group)
When: Wednesday 18 November
Meeting at THS: 7.30am (boarding buses, leaving for Southwards 7.45am)
Returning to school approximately 11.30am
Also please note Friday 20th of November is a HALF DAY (8.15 - 9am Usual start for all students - School will finish at 1pm School bus leaves at 1.15pm. Supervision will be available if you are unable to collect your child - please let the teacher know.
Tuesday 3rd November
Pedal Ready (Year 5) - All year 5's need their bike & helmet for Pedal ready day to be held at Te Horo School. Bikes can be stored in the school Hall until Friday's trip to Otaki pools)
Touch Tournament - For all year 5 & 6 students that have signed up. Please remember your Te Horo Sports top, sunscreen, hat & plenty of lunch 🏉🏉🏉
Wednesday 4th November
Year 5 Trip to Wellington - All year 5 students need to be at school before 8.30am for their EOTC week trip to Wellington, students are expected back at 2.50pm in time to catch the school bus. Students will need a jacket, sunhat, walking shoes ,plenty of lunch and a drink bottle.
Subway Orders - Online orders - Exciting news, you can now order online https://www.subwaylunches.co.nz/Profile/Login
Parents & caregivers need to register online & select Te Horo School (Otaki) - Please see below for the attached step by step guide for online ordering. School based orders - Subway orders can be ordered at the school office before 9am every Wednesday (If you are ordering at the office, Cash please) Any questions please email [email protected]
Pizza Orders - Please get onboard and support this year's 6, 7 & 8 camp fundraiser. Orders need to be dropped to the school office before 9am each Thursday. 1 x piece $3 or 2 for $5 - Options are Hawaiian, Cheese, Ham & Cheese & Pepperoni.
Thursday 5th November
EOTC Week - Bush survival Day, students will need warm clothes (we are aiming to be outside all day) sunhat, Cup for a milo -activity they may wish to do in their shelter e.g cards & a change of clothes if wet.
Friday 6th November
Year 5's Bike to Otaki - Bike ride to Otaki Swimming Pool/ play at Haruātai Park, all students need to be Sun smart, bring a packed lunch, bike & helmet, a warm jacket & Hat. Students will leave school at 9.15am - Remember your togs & towel!!
Other General Reminders & upcoming important dates for your calendar
Ngā mihi,
Rachael Davies
Office Manager
REMINDER: Open information meeting
Come along to learn more about the Kapa Haka festival and how our school is participating. All welcome.
Friday 9am (tomorrow) in the staffroom.
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Te Horo School community, tradies & DIY enthusiasts...... this one's for you!!!!
A huge thank you to Norwood Masterton who have generously donated some Makita items which we are currently auctioning on Trademe. All proceeds will go towards our exciting new wheels track for the students.
Check it out.......... A perfect addition for the farm, workshop, machinery, automotive, or trade work.
100% of proceeds will go towards Te Horo School's new Wheels Track, giving our tamariki a safe place to ride their bikes and scooters while encouraging active play and learning. You're not just bidding on quality Makita gear; you're helping create something special for local children.
Bid generously and help get the wheels rolling!
Follow the link to get bidding - auction closes Friday 30th October!!"
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