SWIS
Social Worker in School
(Family Works)
Contact:
Kia ora, Malo e Lelei, Talofa Lava, Ni Hao, Namaste, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa Lahi Atu, Kia orana, Mauri, Greetings.
Bula Vinaka!
Welcome to Term 4!
We hope everyone enjoyed a restful and refreshing break.
Time is flying - Term 4 is already here, bringing an exciting and fast-paced stretch as we weave the year's learning together and celebrate all that our students have accomplished.
Lets finish the school year strong, stay connected, and make these final weeks meaningful and fun!
Aroha mai Aroha atu
Mike Piper 
Making School Payments Easier!
We are excited to introduce Kindo, an easy-to-use online system that will make managing school payments and activities simpler for our whānau.
We need our whānau to sign up!
We encourage all parents and caregivers to create a Kindo account, so you are ready to use the system as we begin introducing it at our school.
Kindo School Shop
With our online shop, you can view and make payments anytime, anywhere, fitting perfectly into your busy schedule
Registration is easy! New or existing user? Simply scan the QR code
or go to https://shop.kindo.co.nz
Please enter and leave school daily using the Turf gate or Cenotaph gate.
Gates are closed at 9am and opened at the end of the day at 2.55pm.
Late students use the main office and are required to sign in as 'Late'.
Please do not use the office area unless you need to speak with office staff.
Please pick children up promptly at 3pm.
We have no afterschool supervision.
Thank you for your help with this.
We continue to encounter near-miss incidents at the Great South Road/Hill Road crossing.
Auckland Transport and our Community Constables attended a parent meeting this week to discuss how we can best support our children in getting to school safely in the morning when crossing at the intersection by the cenotaph.
Please talk to your children about road safety and being vigilant when crossing the road.
Swimming is part of our PE curriculum. It is expected that all children will swim.
Please ensure swimming gear is clearly named for every student.
A note from a parent/caregiver is required if your child is not swimming for any reason.
Whanau teachers will let you know when each class/Pod will be swimming.
Parents, caregivers and whānau
Please help your child/ren to be at school by 8.30-8.45am every day.
This gives your child/ren time to talk with the teacher, see their friends and get organised for learning for their day.
All students are required to be 'ready for learning' by 9.00am every day.
Our learning programmes begin at this time.
Thank you for your help and support in ensuring a happy start to the school day for your child/ren every day.
Please DO NOT allow your child to bring toys to school.
We are not able to ensure they return to their rightful home or that they do not get broken.
Please DO NOT send lollies & lollipops to school.
We encourage healthy eating at school.
Please save treats for after school.
No fizzy drinks please.
We appreciate your help with these requests.
Please help us keep track of lost property items.
Please name all clothing items which may be 'taken off' during the day. This helps us return lost items to their owners.
Thank you for your help with this.
Parents/Caregivers
Please ensure your contact details are up to date!
These can be updated by email to:
officemanager@mancent.school.nzPlease check we have a copy of your child's vaccination records and any important medical information.
Pasefika Healthcare Nurse: Anita Lea
Our nurse is available at school by appointment to advise and support you with any health concerns for your children.
She is available for hearing and vision checks and will throat swab for infection at your request.
Referrals can be made to see the nurse or for advice and support via application at the school office.
Gates are closed at 3.20pm.
Sunhats on Heads
Please ensure your child has a named sun hat or cap to be used for all activities outside the classroom.
Children without hats/caps will play in shaded areas only.
Term Dates 2026
Teachers will send an invite to join your child's class dojo.
Parents, you will get an email or text with a link to accept.
From there, you will create an account or sign in to an existing account to connect.
Please Note:
You will need to use an email address to create an account.
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