Amesbury Notices - 24 March 2025
John Murrihy — March 23, 2025
Discos this Friday!
Actions Needed:
Term 1 Disco Tickets
Northern Suburbs Netball Registrations - close 4pm Thursday (27 March)
Koru Swimming Registrations - due by 4pm Friday (28 March)
Miniball Registrations - 4pm 1 April
Volunteers needed for Term 1 Disco
What's on this week?
4-year-old Programme - 2-2.45pm Monday 24 March
Kī-o-Rahi Festival - Tuesday 25 March
Co-curricular Lessons Open Days - Wednesday 26 & Friday 28 March
Basketball (Yr3-6) - Kiwi Hoops programme - Thursday 27 March
Share & Celebrate - 2.15pm Friday 28 March
School Discos - Koru 4.30pm & Pōhutukawa 5.45pm Friday 28 March
Scarlet Fever
We've had a case of Scarlet Fever in Koru Hub.
Young children are most susceptible to catching Scarlet Fever so keep and eye out for symptoms and please take the appropriate actions to ensure that your child is brought back to full health. Please read through this Scarlet Fever Fact Sheet for further information.
Koru Swimming Lessons - Registrations due by Friday
Koru swimming will take place in Term 2 but we need you complete this form - by 28 March - to enable us to finalize number and costs. Please note we need a separately completed form for every child whether they are swimming or not.
For all the organisational details please read Lily's article.
Term 1 Disco - Friday
Kirat has provided all of the initial information here. Please note the change of time for the Senior Disco.
Disco times:
Koru Hub - 4.30-5.30pm
Pōhutukawa - 5.45-7pm
Most importantly, at this stage though, is that Kirat is still looking for parents and caregiver volunteers to provide some of their time to help out to make the discos an enjoyable time for the tamariki. Please read through the list of tasks and, if you can help out, please complete this form.
Registrations are now open for all those interested in playing miniball for Amesbury in Terms 2.
Registrations close at 4pm on 1 April. Unfortunately we can not accept late registrations.
For all the details - including when the games will be held - please read Amelia's article.
Netball 2025 - Registrations close Thursday
Registrations are now open for all those interested in playing Northern Suburbs netball for Amesbury in Terms 2 & 3.
Registrations close at 4pm 27 March. Unfortunately we can not accept late registrations.
Update: We need:
one more Year 5/6 player so that we can form a second team; and also
we need another volunteer coach for Year 5/6
For all the details - including when the games will be held - please read Amelia's article.
Pizza Lunch Order Helpers Needed
Rachel is looking for some additional helpers to pack pizzas for lunches on Thursdays. Please read here for the details and if you are able to help out please see Rachel (in the office) or email her (office@amesbury.school.nz).
Pre-winter 'special' on pre-loved uniform
Until the end of April (or sold out)
Fleece Jackets: all second hand fleeces are $10.00 each or two for $15.00 (there are a lot of size 4&6 with a small number of other sizes)
Selected Polo tops in all sizes $5 each - $8 for 2 items or $10 for 3 items (ask at reception to see them as does not apply to those hanging on the rack)
Drama Remedy Holiday Programme
Brought to you by Maneesha, Amesbury's Speech & Drama co-curricular teacher.
Kelly Club
This coming week's theme is Kids Choice. We have had some awesome ideas from the kids as to what they would like to do. We will be:
baking some yummy lolly cake
making slime
playing a fun game of football
holding colouring and chess competitions
and so much more!.
We are so excited to see you all next week!
Kelly Sports
Community Notices
Multicultural Play Festival - Saturday
Through this event, we aim to highlight rich traditions of play form different cultures and inspire children and families to embrace the beauty of diversity. As professionals who work with children, you already know that play is a universal language that connects us all, especially tamariki. It nurtures learning, creativity, and cultural understanding, and is essential for building connected and thriving communities.
Yoga for Kids in the Amesbury Hall
Leaping Lizards School of Dance
For jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, ballet, tap classes
10% discount on term fees if you quote "LIZARDS10" in your first email
Nationwide Boot Drive - This weekend
With winter on the way, rugby and football season is kicking off. For many families, that means gearing up with new boots—but for some, the cost can be a barrier to playing the sport they love.
That’s why Rebel Sport has teamed up with Replay NZ to launch the Rebel Sport Boot Drive this weekend, 22 & 23 March! We’re inviting Kiwis to donate their pre-loved boots at any Rebel Sport store nationwide. As a thank-you, you will receive 20% off your next pair.
