Community Notices
Boost Your Learning - Help your tamariki grow in confidence through one-to-one tuition. We are a team of teachers committed to empowering students to achieve individual success in their learning. We offer well structured support in English, Maths and Structured Literacy.
Funded Tuition options for ākonga Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Whātua.
For more information visit our website.
Nomads United Junior Football - We are still looking for a few players for our 12th grade football teams, this means players born in 2013. If you would like to play please contact P: 027 359 5791 W: www.nomadsafc.org
See info attached.
Canterbury Rams Basketball Holiday Camp - We have a Junior Camp for School Years 5 – 8 and a Senior Camp for School Years 9-13. The participants receive coaching from Canterbury Rams basketball players! The camp is suitable for all levels of basketball players with the emphasis on fun & learning new skills!
Canterbury Rams Holiday Basketball Camps Registration - Camps & Schools - Canterbury Rams
The Rams basketball season is in full swing, if you have never been to a game or would like to check it out please see below our game ticket link.
Rams 2025 Season tickets | Tours and Events | Ticketek New Zealand
Ako Tech Holiday Programme - Looking for an engaging and educational holiday activity? AkoTech's Holiday Programs at University of Canterbury, Christchurch, offer hands-on experiences in coding, logical problem solving, and AI entrepreneurship. Students can explore their interests in project-based learning with technology. Programs run throughout July from 9 AM - 4 PM. Learn more and register at www.akotech.nz.
Holiday Program Details:
Venue: University of Canterbury, Christchurch (20 Kirkwood Avenue, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041)
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Check-in from 8:30 AM, latest pick-up 4:30 PM)
Room: Ernest Rutherford 225
Program Options:
AkoTech Holiday Program (Project-Based Learning in Technology)
Week 1: 30th June - 3rd July (Monday - Thursday)
Week 2: 7th - 10th July (Monday - Thursday)
Each program provides students with an exciting opportunity to develop new skills, solve problems, and create their own projects in a structured, engaging environment.
We are giving away a free 4-Day Holiday Program to one student from within your region. The link to our form is just below:
https://forms.gle/nZdWHSpsV9jm6uVk7
See info attached.
PYDT Cruisers Intermediate Holiday Programme - 30th June - 4th July at the Loop Youth Centre, 1A Harewood Road, Papanui.
Monday - Ice Skating
Tuesday - Amazing Race
Wednesday - Snow Day
Thursday - Talent Show
Friday - Swimming
Contact 0272793803 or oscar@pytdt.org
See info attached.
KiwiVolley Holiday Programme - Canterbury Volleyball is excited to be running our holiday skills session for Primary aged children through the 2025 School Holidays. It will be a fun, action packed morning where we will cover all the basic skills of serving, passing, setting and spiking with lots of fun games and drills.
These sessions will be great for any children from Yr 5 to Yr 8 of any ability.
Children will get to learn all the skills in a fun way, play a lot of game like drills and get to meet heaps of new friends while playing volleyball!
All sessions are 10am - 12 pm on the following dates:
Tuesday 1st July + Wednesday 2nd of July
Tuesday 8th + Wednesday 9th of July
Where: Pioneer Stadium
Cost: $20 per day or $30 for two days per week
See info attached.
TKS Global Program for Teens - Curious? Ambitious? Ready To Impact Billions?
Same. That’s exactly who TKS is for. We’re a global program for teens (ages 13–17) who want to dive into things like AI, space tech, brain-computer interfaces—you know, the stuff that’s actually shaping the future. At TKS, you’ll meet other students who think differently, explore and apply emerging tech, and start building projects to solve some of the world's biggest problems.
No tests. No GPA. Just a drive to make a real impact.
Applications are open. We’re accepting students from across the world (yes, that includes you).
Don't just dream it. Do it. Apply Now
You're Invited - TKS Showcase - TKS is the world’s top innovation program for teenagers. We are hosting a showcase of innovative projects in emerging tech built by our students. To see what we do firsthand, check this out!
The TKS Showcase is the perfect opportunity to really see what the program is all about - students demo the top projects they've built this year, giving you a firsthand look at the kind of innovation and creativity the next generation is driving. Plus, it's a chance to connect with students, alumni, program directors, mentors and ecosystem leaders from around the world.
What: TKS Virtual Showcase
When: June 5th, 6:30pm -8:30pm ET
Where: Virtual - Zoom
What to Expect: At both events, there will be student spotlight presentations, breakout room presentations, and networking breakout rooms!
Bring a Friend: If you know someone who would love TKS, be a great mentor, or who is interested in learning more about the program, forward them this invite and encourage them to join - we'd love to meet them!
If you're able to attend, please REGISTER HERE for the Showcase event, and we'll send you all the details.
Sharp Performing Arts - After-school and holiday drama and theatre classes. Sharp Performing Arts runs a vibrant after-school option for tamariki aged 8-12 (Years 4-8). Classes for Term 3 are starting soon and will be held at SHOWBIZ Christchurch.
Visit our website, https://www.sharpperformingarts.co/, for more information and to sign up. See info attached.
BAPN Holiday Camp - Term 3 Holiday Camp - Open to ALL ages!
Enrolment for our weeklong high intensity badminton training camp is now open! Limited spaces available so get in quick!
Enrolment link below:
Application closes Friday 4 July 2025, BAPN T&Cs apply
Proudly supported by My Badminton Shop for all your badminton equipment needs!
https://mybadmintonshop.co.nz/
Tuition in Academic Writing - Enrolling now for Term 3. On-line after school tuition in groups or one on one. Qualified and registered NZ teacher with 35 years experience. Contact EnglishWithAllie.teacher@gmail.com See info attached.
Brain Play - We’re excited to be running a range of STEM events in the school holidays. These activities are aimed at a range of ages, and include events specifically catered to neurodivergent students. Coding, 3D design, etc. See info attached.
Guru Kool - As an official destination for Te Mātāpuna Mātātahi Children’s University, GuruKool offers free learning opportunities designed to enrich young minds and celebrate the diverse traditions that make our community unique.
Sundays 4 - 5pm, Hornby Matatiki Centre. See info attached.
Tamariki Book Festival - The Tamariki Book Festival is an annual event that connects children and teens with Kiwi authors and illustrators in a fun festival environment.
The 2025 festival will be held on Sunday 13 July from 11-4 at Tūranga in Christchurch.
Festival workshops will be held on Saturday 12 July at Tūranga.
You can find more info here.
Write On School for Young Writers - School holiday writing classes for 9 - 18 year olds. See info attached.
House of Bricks - 1–3 July, each workshop runs for an hour at the Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch Central
15 epic Creative workshops (using LEGO bricks of course!) designed to entertain, inspire, and unleash your child’s creativity – from Car Racing to City Scape to Mosaics to One Colour challenges... and a splash of STEAM magic.
Tickets are just $5 per person!
Heads up, grown-ups! Every young builder needs their trusty sidekick – that’s you! Caregivers must book a ticket and stick around for the fun. (Don’t worry – no brick building skills required, just good vibes and maybe a few high fives.)
Spots fill faster than you can say “brick by brick,” so don’t miss your chance to be part of the fun!
BOOK NOW – and let your young builder become a Mini Master
PHS Night classes - Term 3 begins 21st July. See info attached.
Community Dental Service - The Community Dental Service will be closed for the upcoming school holidays
Closed from: Friday 27th June,
Reopening on: Monday 14th July.
Five of our community dental clinics will be open during this School Holiday period:
Aranui (240 Breezes Road)
Woolston (11 Hopkins Street)
Kaiapoi (65 Raven Quay)
Ashburton (38 Elizabeth Street)
Timaru (18 Woollcombe Street)
If your child is experiencing any dental pain/discomfort, you can call us on 0800 846 983 and/or email: commdental@cdhb.health.nz and one of our clinicians will contact you.
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