Covid-19 continues to disrupt education, but perhaps there is light at the end of the tunnel.

This year we have launched a new module for juniors who are keen to explore writing in a variety of genres and publishing their work in a range of mediums.

Our year 9 introductory module sets students up for college success.

World Down Syndrome Day is Monday 21st March. Lily Nichols presents her speech explaining why she will be proud to wear crazy socks on Monday.

Over the past couple of weeks our Student Leaders and House Captains have been running live virtual assemblies and activities to ignite house spirit and competition in a COVID environment .

Matthew Edgar, a Year 13 Drama student, has been treading the boards for months in the very popular performance of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream with The Barden Party.

Throughout the year we will be profiling each of our 'new to Nayland' teachers. Today we meet Debbie Swainston, who left a job working for the SPCA to become a science teacher and has found a perfect match for her skills and experience in teaching our Year 9 Animal Behaviour & Welfare module.

Since early 2020 the Ministry of Education (MoE) has supported digital access for learners in schools and kura through the provision of thousands of new digital connections. MoE have now announced that these connections will be extended until 15 January 2023. New connections are also available for those that require support.

Anna Hancox has set herself a goal to raise enough money to fund 50 Continuous Glucose Monitors for youth with Type 1 Diabetes. You can support her cause through her Givealittle page.

Welcome Future Students of Massey! Find out more about what Massey can offer and whether you could be studying with us in 2023. We look forward to hosting you online on Tuesday 22 March at 10:05am to talk about what Massey University offers.

For students on vocational pathways to employment. Students to register interest at the Careers Centre by Wednesday 23 March. Flyer attached.

Fully funded courses available for physically disabled youth.

Exploring gender, sexuality and relationships on Wednesday 30 March, 5:30pm-7:30pm, 538 Main Road Stoke. Brought to you by Whanake Youth and Theta Sexwise, funded by Rata Foundation. Sausage sizzle and cafe available. Audiences 13yrs+