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Enrolment
Prior to starting school, it is extremely important that you organise school visits for your child. We recommend you do this at least one month before they turn 5. They will come for a visit to the reception class to meet their teacher and see their new learning environment. You can also enrol your child at this time in the office or online below.
To organise your pre-school visit please contact Christina Hammill on 828 6319.
Once your child has turned 5, they will be able to start school on the closest date after they have turned 5. There are 2 entry points throughout the term so this may mean that your child may have to stay at ECE for a few weeks until the entry point.
We can’t wait to be part of your child’s journey!
Enrolment can be completed online. Alternatively, walk-ins are welcome to complete enrolment forms or to drop off completed forms.
To enrol your child we will require:
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A completed enrolment form, signed by the parent/caregiver (can be completed on the day with the office manager)
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A completed Digital Citizenship form, signed by the parent/caregiver
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Original New Zealand birth certificate or current passport (original required, and will be copied by office staff)
For those children holding an overseas passport we need to view both the student’s passports plus residency/student visa notices. These documents must be presented with the enrolment form. It is a Ministry of Education requirement and your child cannot start until the correct documentation is received.
On enrolling your child, parents effectively agree to support the policies adopted by the Board of Trustees at Rosebank School. Copies of the Charter and school policies are available at the school office.
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Cohort Entry supports both your child and the teacher. It supports the teacher to best meet the social and emotional needs that children have when they’re transitioning to a new environment. We can settle them into school as a whole group so the transition is much smoother as their friends are all going through the same experience together and they can support each other.
At Rosebank School we want children to have the best start to school to set them up for a successful future. The early years at school are so important and we believe that the Cohort Entry in Schools is the perfect way for your child to have the best start at school. We can’t wait to be part of your child’s journey!
Our 2026 cohort entry dates are:
Term 1 - Tuesday 3rd Feb - Thursday 2nd April -
Term 2 - Monday 20th April - Friday 3rd July
Term 3 - Monday 20th July - Friday 25th September
Term 4 - Monday 12th October - Tuesday 15th DecemberThe Rosebank School Board of Trustees has decided that there will be NO out-of-zone enrolment places available for the start of the 2026 school year. This is due to large roll growth at our school. Any families who are in zone and wanting to enrol for 2026 are advised to do this as soon as possible.
Both Tupulaga, our Niuean class and Te Whānau o Pātiki are deemed as special character and therefore, the zoning rules do not apply to enrolments in these areas of the school (please refer to the zone map).
Daily Schedule
Our Strategic Plan outlines the goals, values, and direction that guide our school’s future. It reflects how we support learning, growth, and our school community.
8:20am | Gates opened |
8:30am | Classrooms open |
8:50am | Block 1 starts |
10:50am | Eat morning tea |
11:00am | Morning tea - out to play |
11:30am | Block 2 starts |
1:00pm | Lunch eating |
1:10pm | Lunchtime - out to play |
1:45pm | Block 3 starts |
3:00pm | School ends |
Term Dates
Term 1
Monday 2nd February - Whānau Day
Tuesday 3rd February - Thursday 2nd April
Term 2
Monday 20th April - Friday 3rd July
Term 3
Monday 20th July - Friday 25th September
Term 4
Monday 12 October - Tuesday 15th December
Uniform
Uniform is compulsory and can be purchased from Prestidges.
Requirements:
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Te Kura o Pātiki polo and jumper (from Prestidges)
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Black shorts, skort or pants (can be from The Warehouse or Kmart for example)
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Black shoes and socks (can be sports shoes as long as they are black)
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A black bucket hat (compulsory for Terms 1 & 4)
To purchase online:
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Click on the link below
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Select Login in at the top right-hand corner
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Fill out your details and enter the school code - RB208.
Stationery
Stationery packs are created specifically for our different year levels and are available to be purchased from the school office.
Year 1 Pack | $53
Rūma 2, 3, 4 (Yr 1s), 5 (Yr 1s), 17 (Yr 1s), Manu Pīrere and Potu Tasi
Year 2 Pack | $55
Rūma 4 (Yr 2s), 5 (Yr 2s), 17 (Yr 2s), 19, 20, Potu Lua (Yr 2s)
Year 3-4 Pack | $45
Rūma 8, 9, 10, 11, 17 (Yr 3s), 18 (Year 4s), Hall, Potu Lua (Yr 3s), Potu Tolu, Manukura, Tongan E (Yr 4s), Potu Fa (Yr 4s)
Year 5-6 Pack | $40
Rūma 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, Kahukura, Tongan E (Yr 5/6s), Potu Fa
Banking details for stationery purchases:
ASB - Rosebank School Board of Trustees
12-3034-0497928-00
Before & After School Care (sKids)
Safe Kids In Daily Supervision (sKids) is New Zealand's largest private out-of-school supervised care provider. They offer affordable, supervised care by qualified team members, in a safe and nurturing environment. Programmes include after school care and school holiday care.
For more information about the sKids programs available at Te Kura o Pātiki please contact:
Report an Absence
If your child is not able to attend school on a particular day please make sure you let the school office know by 8.55am.
If a student is absent without notice, the school will endeavour to contact the family to find out where the student is. However, please remember that it is the family’s responsibility to contact the school before 8.55am.
PLEASE NOTE: You are required to ring every day for which your child is absent unless a return date has been notified to the office.
To let the school know your child or children will be absent, please submit the online absence form, email the office (attendance@rosebank.school.nz) or phone the office on 09 828 6319.
It is a Ministry of Education requirement that you clearly state:
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your name
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your child/children’s name/s
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your child/children’s class/es
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the reason for their absence
If you need to take your child out of school for any reason during the school day, please see the school office before you collect them from class.
School Lunches
Ka ora Ka ako - Healthy School Lunches programme aims to reduce food insecurity by providing access to a nutritious lunch in school every day. The lunches are provided daily and cater to all dietary and religious needs. At time of enrolment, you can indicate any specific dietary or religious needs for your child. Our school supplier is Appresso.
The free lunch programme is such a great opportunity for ALL our tamariki to be fed a healthy meal to help them have full tummies and ready minds each and every day. We would appreciate your support for this programme to be able to continue to be a success.
All children will automatically receive a lunch - If you would like your child to opt out of the programme, they will not be allowed any of the items on any day. You will need to fill in a form that your child’s teacher can provide you.
Senior Camp
Te Kura o Pātiki has a senior camp every second year and includes all Year 5 and 6 students. We currently have camp at Carey Park, situated in Henderson Valley. Camp does come with a cost, but we try to keep this as low as possible by fundraising throughout the year.
Our next camp will be in 2027, and we cannot wait!
School camp enables students to further their learning and social skills development in a non-school setting. Camps may have a cultural, environmental or outdoor emphasis and are an important aspect of the educational programs offered at our school. It is the goal of the staff at Rosebank School and Carey Park that every child has a fun and safe experience at camp.
Aims of camp:
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To provide children with the opportunity to participate in education outside the classroom
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To provide shared class experiences and a sense of group cohesiveness
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To reinforce and extend classroom learning
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To provide a program that delivers skills and knowledge
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To provide a program that promotes self-esteem, resourcefulness, independence, leadership, judgement, cooperation and tolerance
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