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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
25 Sep 2026
Just a quick reminder that school photos are tomorrow.
All students are asked to please come to school wearing their sports uniform.
If your child is having a sibling photo, please remember to return the sibling photo permission form by tomorrow as well.
Thank you!
Good evening team,
The last week of Term 3 is already here! It has been a busy term, and there is certainly another busy one ahead in Term 4.
Week 10
Tuesday 22 September
Wednesday 23 September
Friday 25 September
Looking ahead to Term 4
Keep warm this evening, and we look forward to seeing all those smiling faces tomorrow for our final week of the term!
Have a lovely evening,
Sarah
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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