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Hillside School is situated in Browns township 9 kilometers from Winton in Southland. Our wonderful school serves mainly a mixed farming community and families who are associated with related industries in the Browns, Hokonui, Lora Gorge and Springhills areas. We are a full primary school with pupils from Year 1 to Year 8 situated in beautiful grounds with good tree shelter. It has an upgraded community adventure playground and running/activity track.
We have recently undergone a total building upgrade and now have a modern learning environment which is resourced to promote learning that is personalized, student centred, engaging and connected to the real world.
Hillside School has two classrooms which cater for the learning and social needs of students from year one to year eight. We are a small school which prides itself on its family atmosphere, where the older students look after the younger students. As a small school every child gets a chance to take part in a variety of arts and sports events. It is a place of opportunity for all students.
Our focus is on preparing learners for life in a global and ever-changing world. Our teaching begins with the belief that all students can learn and achieve and that teachers can make a difference for all students. At Hillside School, we have high expectations for our students and share these expectations with everyone involved in their learning. Through consultation with our community we endeavour to provide teaching and learning programmes which reflect their priorities.
Visitors are always welcome to visit our wonderful school.
Phones Away For The DayPlease note that the Government’s “Phones away for the day” comes into effect from the beginning of the year. At Hillside if your child brings any digital devices, it must be handed into their teacher on arriving at school. It will be given back at the end of the day. |
4 Dec 2025
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11 Dec 2025
Hi all,
A reminder that our Year 8 Leavers’ Lunch is happening this Friday, 28th November. We will begin at 12:30pm in the library, followed by a shared lunch. If each family could please bring one dish of food suitable for sharing, that would be greatly appreciated. Please remember that we are a nut-free school.
We look forward to celebrating our Year 8s with those of you able to come.
Hi Everyone!
Room three are going to begin a craft project to make toys that float, fly or sink. To make this happen we are after a few recycled materials.
We need:
We really appreciate anything you can give us to bring our projects to life!
Thanks,
Miss Burr & Room 3
Athletics
For those children who would like to try out for the 800m and the 1500m, the details are:
800m – at Central Southland College on Wednesday 6th March at 3.30pm. 9 years and up.
1500m – at Central Southland College on Thursday 7th March at 3.30pm. 10 years and up.
Pop along and have a go you may qualify for Central.
John Parsons
A notice about John Parson’s visit on Monday 11th March went out last week. If you are intending to attend the parent session from 3.30pm – 4.30 pm. Please fill in and return the slip at the bottom of the letter.
Parent Teacher interviews
Interview times went home last week. If you are unable to attend, please let us know so another time can be arranged. We will mainly be talking about how your child is settling in to the new year and any concerns you and the school may have.
Central Athletics
Central Athletics is scheduled for this Friday 8th March at Central Southland College. If your child has qualified for the Central Athletics, they will be given a letter and a timetable of events today or tomorrow. Parents will need to take their child to Central.
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