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Welcome to 

Hillside School

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 Day

Please 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.

 

What's happening at Hillside Primary School?

Upcoming Events in February

Thu 12

Book Bus

12 Feb 2026

Tue 17

School Board Meeting

17 Feb 2026

Fri 20

School Swimming

20 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Mon 23

School Swimming

23 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2026

Fri 27

Athletics

27 Feb 2026

Latest Notices

Health information and Emergency Contact details for 2026
28 Jan 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

We are sending home medical and emergency contact forms today and kindly ask that these are completed and returned as soon as possible.

It is important that we have current contact details and accurate medical information to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children.

If you have any questions or require assistance when completing the forms, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

Thank you for your co-operation.

 

Welcome 2026!
14 Jan 2026

 We hope you have all had a lovely and restful break! As we head into the next few weeks, we know many of you will be starting to get organised for the return to school, so here are a few reminders:

  • School begins on Wednesday 28th January
  • Children will need to bring all of their stationery on the first day
  • Stationery lists are available on SkoolLoop
  • Stationery can also be purchased through the Paper Plus link, where class lists are available: https://www.paperplus.co.nz/school-lists?SchoolId=3935
  • Children are required to wear school uniform, which is all navy (ideas are attached)

Enjoy the rest of your holidays! We are really looking forward to welcoming everyone back on Wednesday 28th of January!

 

Room 3 Stationery List 2026
5 Dec 2025

Please find attached 2026 Stationery List for Room 3  - years 1-3

2026-Room-3-Stationery.docx

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