We have a number of parents who help at the school, by coaching sports teams, assisting with transport and supervision on trips or by providing expert knowledge to support class programmes.

The students achieve high levels in sport, cultural events and performing arts because of the dedication of parents and we all appreciate this special gift. In the past, hockey and chess have been strengths (with students representing at regional level). At the moment our teams are dominant in Rippa Rugby and Netball. The success of our teams is directly connected to the interest level of parents. When parents choose to support a sport through coaching and managing then that sport is the most dominant one at the time. For many parents who work, having generous people to give their time and energy to helping our students makes all of the difference.

One of main school values is common good which means that one person’s contribution benefits everyone.

Anyone who is interested in coaching/managing can contact Jane Aindow (Sports Co-ordinator) to find out how to access training from Sport Bay of Plenty and other organisations.

We laughingly refer to the lollipop rule – when you are on the sideline take a lollipop with you as a way of insuring only positive comments are heard! This will help you resist the urge to take over coaching on the spot.