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Nestled on the hill in the rural township of Browns, just 9 kilometres from Winton in Southland, Hillside Primary School enjoys a stunning outlook across farmland towards Otapiri Gorge and the Hokonui Hills. Our unique setting provides a peaceful and spacious environment where children can learn, grow and thrive, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Southland landscape.
Hillside is a full primary school catering for students from Years 1 to 8. Our two classrooms provide focused learning environments for Years 1–4 and Years 5–8, supported by a well-resourced library in our third learning space. As a small rural school, we are proud of our strong family atmosphere, where every child is known and valued. Our small class sizes allow us to personalise learning, respond to individual needs, and nurture each student’s pathway.
We are committed to preparing our learners for life in a global and ever-changing world. We hold high expectations for our students and work closely with whānau and our wider community to ensure learning reflects shared values, priorities and aspirations. Our students are also fortunate to have access to 1:1 devices, supporting digital fluency and enhancing learning opportunities.
At Hillside Primary School, community connection, personalised learning and high expectations combine to create a place where children truly thrive.
We warmly welcome visitors to come and experience the Hillside difference for themselves. We welcome your questions and look forward to having you become part of our Hillside whānau.
Sarah Wilson
Principal
Kia ora whānau,
Another weekend has flown by.
I also want to keep you updated regarding the Junior Room teaching position. Unfortunately, I have had to re-advertise the role. The following is what we are putting in place to move forward.
Our aim is to have two teachers at school each morning until lunchtime so that our Literacy and Mathematics programmes can continue as they are now, with junior students learning with one teacher and senior students with the other (me). A new teacher on Mondays to Wednesdays and Jo on Thursdays and Fridays, with myself in the class until lunchtime each day. In the afternoons, the students will come together as one class for curriculum areas such as Art, Music, Food Technology, Social Sciences, and Inquiry learning.
My priority is to avoid having one large class for the entire day if we can. This approach allows us to continue providing targeted teaching in the core learning areas while also giving students the opportunity to learn together during the afternoons. I believe it offers the best balance for students and staff.
We have another busy week ahead as we head into our final week of term.
This Week at Hillside
Wednesday 1 July
Thursday 2 July
Friday 3 July
We hope to see many of you at our shared kai on Thursday as we come together to celebrate our wonderful school community.
Have a fantastic week ahead.
Ngā mihi,
Sarah Wilson
Principal
Hillside School
Good afternoon all,
Our school managed to read 62 books last week as a team effort for Book Week. This means that your child will get a 6 inch subway for lunch tomorrow on me. I will collect their choice of order in the morning when they arrive at school.
Thanks,
Sarah
Kia ora whānau,
I hope you've all had a fantastic weekend and enjoyed the milder weather. We are racing towards the end of the term, and there is certainly plenty happening over the next couple of weeks!
Week 10 Happenings
Monday 22 June
Tuesday 23rd June
Wednesday 24 June
Thursday 25 June
Friday 26 June
Assembly 2:20pm in the Library
Looking Ahead to Week 11
Swim and Skate Trip
· Wednesday the 1st of July, leaving school at 9:15am.
· Ice skating at 10:30am, swimming at 12:15pm.
· I am still waiting on a couple of room 1 permission slips to come back.
Shared School Kai and Early Matariki Celebration
· Thursday 2nd of July – everyone bring a shared dish - favourite food or cultural dish.
· Lunch starts at 12:20pm
· Classrooms open to look at learning.
Book and Special Assembly
· 2:10pm in the library
A huge thank you to everyone who supported our Book Fair. I hope you have a great week ahead.
Ngā mihi,
Sarah Wilson
Principal
Hillside School
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.
Please find attached the parent teacher interview timetable for Wednesday 6th March.
A paper copy of the timetable was sent home last Wednesday.
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