Isleworth School News Blog

School Opening Times

2012-01-23T08:20:00.002+13:00

School will reopen for 2012, on Monday 30th January at 9am.
We trust you have had a safe and enjoyable holiday period.

The school office will be open for enrolments and stationery purchases from:

9am-3pm Thursday 26th Jan
9am-3pm Friday 27th Jan

We look forward to seeing you at school soon.

Year 6 Trophy Winners

2011-12-14T20:15:00.001+13:00

Congratulations to our Year 6 students who were outstanding in their field. Sofia (Music), Joshua (Academic & Sport), Dylan (Sport), Aaliyah (Sport), Georgia (Conscientious & Speech), Ryan (Citizenship) and Alieya (Art). We are all so very proud of you. Well done.

Isleworth Recipe Book

2011-12-08T11:56:00.002+13:00

On Sale Now at the office and for each final assembly. Great local recipes, Great Bargain.

2011-12-07T06:41:00.003+13:00

Due to the weather, the School Picnic today is cancelled. There is no postponement day. The sausage sizzle will still go ahead at school.

End of Term Events

2011-12-04T13:41:00.004+13:00

Monday 5th - Student Helper's Morning Tea
Wednesday 7th - School Picnic at Spencer Park
Thursday 8th - Choir singing at Northlands Mall 1pm

Next Week

Monday 12th - Parent Helper's Morning Tea: Year 6 Dinner 6:15pm: 2011 Reports issued
Tuesday 13th - Junior Xmas Final Assembly
Wednesday 14th - Seniors Final Assembly
Thursday 15th - School Finishes 12:30pm

2011-12-02T15:11:00.002+13:00

We are looking forward to our annual School Picnic this coming Wednesday at Spencer Park. We always enjoy a day of fun together away from the school grounds. We will be traveling by bus to and from Spencer Park. Please remember to bring your hat, drink bottle and plenty to eat for an energetic day. Also remember to wear school uniform.

School Photos have arrived

2011-12-01T11:42:00.006+13:00

Your child will soon receive their school photo for 2011. The staff had fun dressing up for the occasion in light of the eventful year we have all faced. It put a smile on our faces too.

Kapa Haka Visit to St Margaret's

2011-11-22T16:42:00.002+13:00

We had a great time entertaining at St Margaret's. The boys did really well with their haka and our singing was great too.

What Now Nowie Awards

2011-11-22T15:49:00.002+13:00

The school is participating in the What Now Nowie Awards as the audience on Wednesday 23rd November. We are all looking forward to the exciting events.

Isleworth Athletics Day

2011-11-15T16:13:00.002+13:00

A fabulous day even in coldish weather. We are so proud of our children for competing in the school Athletics. They did a fantastic job of trying hard at all the events. We even had children competing who hadn't quite started school yet. Well done. Thanks to Mr Ritchie and the teachers for all the organisation.

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Grandparents Day - Thank You

2011-11-15T15:57:00.005+13:00

What a great time we had at Grandparents Day. So many grandparents and friends came that the hall was almost overflowing. Thanks also to every one who brought along a plate of food. We really appreciated sharing that with you. It was great to see a few new faces as well. We really enjoyed performing for you. Enjoy the photos below.

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2011-11-10T12:08:00.002+13:00

At these conferences children will be talking with you about their learning, telling you how they know they have learned something, and what their next learning steps will be. They will also re-visit the goals set earlier in the year.

We strongly believe that children should be totally involved in the learning process and be able to discuss their learning which is why we involve them fully in these discussions, it is also a time for you to celebrate their successes this year

We really hope that all parents will be able to attend these conferences as the children really do enjoy sharing their learning with you and it gives them the message that learning is a partnership between home and school. Please contact the class teacher for an appointment time.

2011-11-07T10:31:00.003+13:00

The postponement day is Thursday 10th November. Click the picture to see a larger image.

Community Survey

2011-11-03T11:26:00.000+13:00

We are seeking information on a range of topics to help us plan for 2012. Please complete the Community Survey by clicking the "Community Survey" tab above. We value your opinions.

Car Boot Sale coming soon

2011-11-02T13:54:00.002+13:00

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2011-10-31T10:12:00.002+13:00

Come along for morning tea at 10:30am. Enjoy the displays and performances in the hall. Visit the children in their classrooms and share in their learning. All welcome.

Rotary Speech Competition

2011-10-26T14:30:00.001+13:00

Congratulations to our clever students who participated in this year's Rotary Speech Competition, held on Wednesday 26th October at Isleworth School. Schools from around the city took part in this prestigious event. Our students performed well to proudly represent Isleworth School.

Welcome to Term 4

2011-10-25T16:05:00.002+13:00

Welcome back to school for Term 4. School finishes for the year on Thursday 16th December, making Term 4 just eight weeks long. We have quite a full schedule this term, so keep an eye on the Calendar tab at the top of this page for details of the school events we have planned.

Outdoor Chess Board

2011-10-06T13:48:00.001+13:00

Room One have played the first game on our new board today.

Let the games begin!

Community Survey

2011-10-06T09:04:00.000+13:00

We are seeking information on a range of topics to help us plan for 2012. Please complete the Community Survey by clicking HERE. We value your opinions.

2011-10-04T08:30:00.001+13:00

Dress up in your favourite team's colours. Gold coin donation.

School Photos

2011-10-02T15:43:00.000+13:00

School Photos are on Thursday 6th October. Please make sure you are in your full school uniform and lovely smile.

Living Springs Camp Year5/6

2011-09-28T20:30:00.005+13:00

We had such a great first day at Living Springs, it was gorgeous weather.
We had a long walk along the coast and up the valley.
We enjoyed orienteering and team building games. Check out the Room 2 blog HERE more photos.

2011-09-27T15:26:00.000+13:00

Bandanna Week

2011-09-23T10:21:00.007+12:00

We will be selling CANTEEN Bandanas to raise funds for teens with cancer. The Bandannas will be available from Monday 3 Oct until sold out.

Cost is only $4.

Outdoor Chess Board

2011-09-21T13:56:00.003+12:00

New Chess Board - Work in progress

Fitness Fun

2011-09-21T13:18:00.000+12:00

Check out the fun we are having at Fitness this week. We have been doing Jump Jam altogether. The teachers enjoy it too.

World Cup Opening Photos

2011-09-21T11:29:00.004+12:00

We had a great day for the opening of the Rugby World Cup. Lots of us got dressed up in the colours of the country we are following. Don't we look great.

Speech Competition

2011-09-21T10:08:00.005+12:00

Well done to the winners of the 2011 Isleworth Speech Competition. These talented students will now compete in the Rotary Speech Competition later in October.
Year 6: Georgia and Nina
Year 5: Abbey and Matthew
Year 4: Laura and Ngariki

Well Done Isleworth

2011-09-13T09:38:00.003+12:00

Congratulations to the Isleworth Kapa Group and Choir for a superb performance last night at the Aurora Centre. You were awesome!! Special thanks to Mrs Andrews, Mrs West, Matua Travis and Matua Norm who helped you achieve such a high standard.

Check out the videos of the Choir below.

RWC Opening Day Assembly

2011-09-04T10:32:00.004+12:00

SHOW YOUR COLOURS!

On Friday 9th September, Isleworth is hosting its own opening ceremony for the Rugby World Cup. Each class will dress in its country's colours and parade before assembly. Which country is your class supporting?

Go to www.rugbyworldcup.com for more news and information from the official website.

Daffodil Day Donations

2011-08-29T11:42:00.001+12:00

Isleworth School donations on Daffodil Day raised $480 for the Cancer Society. Well Done and thank you to all those who donated and got dressed up.

Click Daffodil Day for more...

2011-08-25T11:59:00.002+12:00

Well done to all of our students who took part in the recent Winter Sports Tournament. Our teams had some fantastic results:

Netball: Equal 1st
Hockey: 1st and unbeaten
Soccer: Improved game by game

Congratulations for being good sports.

2011-08-18T06:50:00.000+12:00

We are open for Thursday 18th. Please bring some slippers/gumboots to stay dry in. Wrap up in a jacket and beanie too. Stay warm and take care.
Updated Thursday 18th at 6:50am

Koru the Kiwi released into the wild

2011-08-04T13:37:00.003+12:00

Swimming New Zealand has sponsored a kiwi chick through the The Whakamanu Wildlife Trust. Caitlin from Isleworth School won the mascot competition late last year and had the opportunity to release Koru, a kiwi chick into the wild. Congratulations Caitlin.

Click HERE to find out more about Koru's release.

New Signage

2011-07-31T10:43:00.003+12:00

We are proud to have our new signage up around the school. The punga tree has four branches representing our four key values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Caring. Check the slideshow below for images. Can you find these signs around the school?

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Funky Hair Day

2011-07-30T15:13:00.000+12:00

It was great fun on the last day of term when we had a Funky Hair Day. Heaps of people got their hair done in a funky way, even the teachers. Here are some photos.

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2011-07-14T14:54:00.000+12:00

Thanks for coming to see what our children have been learning lately. From fun with recycled materials to folk dance to bees, from journal plays to recorders to computers, from Captain BlackBeard to the Gruffalo. We had a great time, we hope you did too.

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Room 6 have been learning to play the recorder.

Room 2 have been learning some folk dancing routines.

2011-07-07T09:46:00.001+12:00

Remember to get as many sponsors as you can to raise money for school. The test is happening next Tuesday 12th July. Will you be ready?
Money can be collected and returned to school by the end of Week One next term.

Hutt Valley Intermediate Thank You

2011-07-01T11:50:00.001+12:00

Hutt Intermediate sent us some lovely pictures to cheer us up after the earthquake. We showed them in assembly and we are putting the best ones up in the hall on display. Thank you Hutt Intermediate, from Rm13 and Rm2 buddy class.

2011-07-01T10:28:00.004+12:00

We are selling survival blankets for $4.00 to help keep us warm in the winter if we have to evacuate after an earthquake.

Please bring $4.00 to school for a survival blanket.
Please also bring a beanie to school for the class emergency kit.

Choir

2011-07-01T10:25:00.001+12:00

We are loving choir practise with Mrs West!

2011-06-27T15:16:00.004+12:00

It was good to see you all at our 3-way conferences recently. We were pleased to see so many of you appreciating the hard work the children have been putting in to their learning. It is always good to hear the children sharing their learning.

After The Quake with Nigel Latta

2011-06-16T11:45:00.000+12:00

This popular psychologist gave earthquake advice for children on TV One recently. If you missed the screening you can click HERE for more information and a video of highlights.

To see the TVNZ Ondemand full version click HERE.

New Fence

2011-06-16T11:42:00.000+12:00

The new fence and gates are just days away from completion. Don't they look fantastic.

2011-06-14T15:00:00.003+12:00

Please ensure children bring their own bottled and boiled water. We look forward to seeing you.

2011-06-13T20:33:00.000+12:00

Please keep an eye on this blog for updates. You can also listen to Newstalk ZB for updates (1098AM and 100.1FM)

New fence is almost complete

2011-05-29T14:04:00.002+12:00

Some of the new posts going in.

You will notice a few changes over the next fortnight. We are lucky enough to be getting a new fence around the perimeter of our grounds. Please be aware of the temporary fence that will help to keep our children safe.

The trench being dug for the new posts.

The old fence is all gone.

2011-05-24T15:20:00.003+12:00

Room 2 Assembly item

2011-05-21T15:17:00.001+12:00

Check out our dances today in assembly. We have been working hard with Mrs S to choreograph our own moves.

Room 3's Assembly Item

2011-05-16T21:01:00.000+12:00

Cross Country Practise

2011-05-12T12:03:00.000+12:00

We have been training for the School Cross Country. Come and watch us run on Friday 27 May.

2011-05-09T21:10:00.000+12:00

Things to look forward to this term:
19 May- New Entrant Open Morning
27 May- School Cross Country
21 June- 3 Way Conferences
5 July- Spell-a-thon
14 July- Celebration of Learning

Story Writing Winner

2011-04-15T12:47:00.000+12:00

Congratulations to Amelia for winning the Hiwi The Kiwi writing competition. Amelia wrote such a fantastic story that she won a fishing rod and reel for her story. Have fun fishing Amelia!

Poppy Donations

2011-04-13T20:20:00.000+12:00

Our children have been selling poppies at school to commemorate ANZAC Day. This year ANZAC Day falls in the middle of the school holidays. We hope you will join the thousands of people at community parades this ANZAC Day, Monday April 25.

Hiwi the Kiwi

2011-03-22T22:21:00.000+13:00

Mr and Mrs Minstrel came to Isleworth School to tell us all about fish, fishing and water safety. We sang songs, danced and gave good answers to all Mr Minstrel’s questions.

St. Patrick's Day Touch Rugby Celebration

2011-03-22T22:09:00.000+13:00

On St. Patrick’s Day we celebrated the end of our touch rugby season due to the abrupt ending of our competition with other schools caused by the earthquake. All teams played outstanding matches against other teams within our school.

Kathy Bee & Flossy

2011-03-22T21:48:00.002+13:00

On Monday 14^th Kathy Bee and her balloon bending friend Flossy came to Isleworth School to get us all singing, dancing and having a jolly good time! Kathy created our Ilseworth School song ‘Isleworth Number 1’ and we were happy to sing it to both her and flossy.

Flag Flies at Half Mast

2011-03-11T09:40:00.000+13:00

We are flying our flag at half mast to recognise all those who have suffered during the Christchurch Earthquake of February 22. Kia Kaha Christchurch.

Earthquake Forces Changes

2011-03-10T15:10:00.002+13:00

Due to the recent earthquake, the following events have been cancelled or amended:

Swimming at Isleworth- Now Tues 15th March. You are invited to watch your child's class swimming lessons. There will not be a school swimming sports day.

Touch Tournament-Thurs 17th March. Isleworth teams will compete against each other from 1:30pm.

Year5/6 Camp-has been postponed until later in the year. Date to be advised.

Puzzle of Half Mast Flag

2011-03-09T17:42:00.000+13:00

Try out this awesome puzzle, post a comment and tell us how long it took you to finish. Click on the puzzle to begin.

2011-03-09T13:25:00.001+13:00

Principal's Awards

2011-02-18T11:48:00.002+13:00

Our Principal's Awards this week go to Jaydyn, Ryan, Brooke and Carol. Congratulations for showing the Isleworth School Values.

Room 13's Smarty Pants

2011-02-16T08:26:00.000+13:00

For our assembly Room 13 showed us their Smarty Pants.

Our School Values

2011-02-11T20:15:00.000+13:00

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Our Values are important to us at Isleworth School. How do you use these values at school and at home? Post a comment and let us know.

New Students to Isleworth School

2011-02-11T12:14:00.001+13:00

Today in our school assembly the new students to Isleworth School were welcomed and given a Principal's Award certificate.

Showing Responsibility

2011-02-04T14:36:00.000+13:00

We helped the caretaker pick up an ENORMOUS pile of flax leaves. It saved him heaps of time. Reporter: Room 2.

Welcome to 2011

2011-01-27T09:48:00.001+13:00

Welcome back to 2011 at Isleworth School. A special welcome to students starting at Isleworth for the very first time. Events to remember:

Friday 28 Jan - Office open for stationery purchases
Monday 31 Jan - Teacher Only Day
Tuesday 1 Feb - Students first day
Monday 7 Feb - Meet the Teacher
Wed 23 Feb to Fri 25 Feb - Year 5 & 6 Living Springs Camp

Picnic at Spencer Park

2010-12-14T09:53:00.005+13:00

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We had a great time at Spencer Park with the whole school for our annual picnic. We played on the playground and made sand sculpture at the beach. Our buddies helped to keep us safe. Some of us walked in the forest or looked at the animals.

Winning Sand Sculpture

2010-12-14T09:46:00.004+13:00

The Dolphin was the winning sand sculpture.

Koru the Swim Safe Kiwi

2010-12-14T09:22:00.003+13:00

Caitlin won the competition to name the Swim Safe Kiwi. She got to meet the kiwi in person and she got a prize pack of swimming goodies. Everyone in the school got to 'high five' or cuddle Koru.

Year 6 Leaver's Dinner

2010-12-08T15:51:00.003+13:00

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We had a great time sharing a final meal together before leaving Isleworth School. Some of us have been together since we were five years old. Thanks to the teachers for coming along and sharing with us. We will miss you!

Kiwi Swim Safe Lessons

2010-12-08T15:44:00.004+13:00

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Our swimming lessons have being going really well at our school pool. We have been learning heaps about putting our faces in the water, floating and staying safe. Swimming is fun!

Kapa Haka Perform at school

2010-11-26T11:54:00.005+13:00

Thank you to Matua Norm and Matua Travis for all their help with Kapa Haka this year!

Flags at Half Mast

2010-11-25T11:15:00.003+13:00

Isleworth School flew its flag at half mast today to remember the 29 miners that died at the Pike River Mine on the West Coast.

Competition winner at Isleworth

2010-11-24T20:55:00.002+13:00

Well done to Caitlin (Year 4) for winning the competition to name the State Kiwi Swim Safe kiwi. His name is Koru. Very appropriate Caitlin. Congratulations.

Support Movember at Isleworth

2010-11-23T18:12:00.005+13:00

Support the team at Isleworth and their efforts to raise funds for Movember. Bring a gold coin on Tuesday, 30 November. Vote for your favourite teacher's mo!

Kids for Kids Christmas Show

2010-11-22T14:46:00.002+13:00

Reporters, Ada & Brianna.

Poll about your favourite type of book

2010-11-19T10:10:00.001+13:00

What's your favourite type of book?Market Research

Poll on Extreme Sports

2010-11-19T10:05:00.001+13:00

What extreme sports do you prefer?customer surveys

Poll about your favourite sport to play at school

2010-11-19T09:50:00.002+13:00

What sport do you like to play at school ?Market Research

State Kiwi Swim Safe Programme

2010-11-18T21:10:00.005+13:00

Isleworth School is the first school in Canterbury to have teachers trained for the new State Kiwi Swim Safe programme. Thanks to Tracey Hickman (Schools Coordinator), for training the teachers. Look out for more info from the children about what they think about the programme. We are able to swim early because of our heated pool. It is fun to swim. Go to www.swimmingnz.org.nz/statekiwiswimsafe/ for more details on the programme.

Poll on Swimming

2010-11-18T21:05:00.000+13:00

What do you like to do the most during swimming time?online survey

Zone Athletics

2010-11-11T10:21:00.002+13:00

Click play to listen to our results at the recent Zone Athletics. Reporter - Katelyn Year 6

Principal's Awards

2010-11-05T09:45:00.004+13:00

Congratulations to Conor, Jordan and Caitlin for receiving their awards and using the Isleworth Value of caring.

Production Reflections

2010-11-03T20:26:00.002+13:00

Room 2 were thinking about the recent production and decided to record their thoughts about what went well and what we found challenging.

Poll on the Production

2010-10-31T21:31:00.000+13:00

Which item did you like best at the production?survey software

Production - Smurfs

2010-10-29T14:42:00.002+13:00

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Reporter - Caleb, Year 5

Athletics Day Photo Reel

2010-10-29T13:28:00.003+13:00

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What a great day we had at Athletics. It was very tiring, but heaps of fun. The best part was the teachers and parents racing the Year 6 kids.

Athletics Day

2010-10-29T13:20:00.000+13:00

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Reporter: Jordan - Year 6

Production Photo Reel

2010-10-29T13:15:00.002+13:00

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Check out our moves on stage. we had such a great time at our production.

Production - Behind the scenes

2010-10-27T13:48:00.002+13:00

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Take a look at the action behind the scenes at our recent school production. It was great fun dressing up and having our make up done. We were all very excited.

Cycle Safety

2010-10-21T14:33:00.004+13:00

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The year six children have been learning to ride their bikes safely. Soon they will be out on the streets testing their skills.

Cultural Festival

2010-10-21T14:21:00.003+13:00

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We are very proud of our students achievements at the recent Cultural Festival. Above is a selection of the professional photos taken on the day. These are available at no cost to family, from the school office.

Principal's Award

2010-10-21T14:13:00.004+13:00

Congratulations to Ashton , Tyler and Charlotte for receiving their awards.

Room 13's Assembly Item

2010-09-24T10:23:00.001+12:00

Room 13 shared their introductions about themselves. It was great to see you all up on stage. Great job team!!
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Principal's Award

2010-09-24T10:13:00.001+12:00

Well done to Praj, Vino and Zoe for receiving their awards this week.

2010-09-21T17:02:00.003+12:00

Something to think about these holidays. Visit your local library.

Shade Sails are up

2010-09-17T10:35:00.000+12:00

Principal's Award

2010-09-17T10:28:00.002+12:00

Congratulations to Min Jae, Brianna and Jayden for receiving their award this week and upholding the Isleworth Values.