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INTRODUCTION

Glenavy School is a state co-educational primary school that has served the community for over a hundred and twenty years. It has developed a fine tradition in educational, cultural and recreational activities, and maintains a proud place in the community. The school’s success can be attributed to the tremendous co-operation, enthusiasm and efficient service of all connected with Glenavy both in the past and the present.

The onset of dairy farms has seen the roll almost double over the last few years and at the beginning of 2009, we were pleased and proud to have our 4th classroom opened by Jacqui Dean MP.

The rural aspect is an attractive and significant feature of the area and offers a unique perspective on life. With this comes a range of different educational opportunities and experiences which reflect the unique culture of Glenavy School. This is reinforced through the efforts of an experienced, dedicated and talented staff who through modern, appropriate teaching strategies provide interesting and varied learning experiences for our students.

We have an enthusiastic Board of Trustees, which works hard in the interests of all students of Glenavy School. We are all justifiably proud of our well maintained buildings, grounds and facilities.

What's happening at Glenavy School?

Upcoming Events in November

Mon 9

Swimming Starts (Weather and pool ready permitting)

9 Nov 2026

Wed 11

EOTC Yr 7 & 8 12.30pm - 3.00pm

11 Nov 2026

Wed 11

Kapa Haka Festival in Oamaru

11 Nov 2026

Thu 12

Youth Town End of Year Māori Games Rm4/5/6

12 Nov 2026

Fri 13

Sausage Sizzle $3.00 / Assembly 2.30pm

13 Nov 2026

Mon 16

Subway Orders In

16 Nov 2026

Mon 16

Year 4 & 5 Camp to Guns Bush

16 Nov 2026

Tue 17

Subway

17 Nov 2026

Tue 17

Year 4 & 5 Camp to Guns Bush

17 Nov 2026

Wed 18

PTA Calf Fundraiser Weigh in evening from 4.00pm

18 Nov 2026

Wed 18

EOTC Yr 7 & 8 12.30 - 3.00pm

18 Nov 2026

Fri 20

Sausage Sizzle $3.00 / Assembly 2.30pm

20 Nov 2026

Fri 20

Rural Yr8 Science Day in Oamaru

20 Nov 2026

Latest Notices

Touch Draw - Tuesday 10th November
9 Nov 2026

Hi everyone,

The touch draw will stay the same as last week. I have attached the draw below.

Thank you 


Year 1 & 2  - Glenavy Power

Glenavy Power VS Papakaio Tigers - 4:15pm, Field 7a


Year 3 & 4 - Glenavy Speed

Glenavy Speed VS Pembroke Panthers - 4:15pm, Field 1b 


 Year 5 & 6 - Glenavy Lightening  

Glenavy Lightening VS Pembroke Pythons - 4:45pm, Field 5


Year 7 & 8  - Glenavy Flash

Glenavy Flash VS OIS Panthers - 5:15pm, Field 3


 

Year 8 Community Service Project – Tuesday Outdoor Activity
6 Nov 2026

Dear Year 8 Parents and Caregivers,

This coming Tuesday (weather permitting), our Year 8 students will be taking part in a community service project to give back to a very deserving local family by helping plant trees on their dairy farm.

This will take place during normal school hours, and we will be traveling to and from the farm by bus.

Important details for Tuesday:

What to wear: Students should wear mufti with old clothes and sturdy footwear. It’s definitely not a fashion show—the kids will be getting dirty and doing some real hard yakka!
Equipment: If your child has a spare shovel or spade at home that they can bring along for the day, we would greatly appreciate it (please make sure it is clearly labeled with your family name).
If you have any questions or need further details, please feel free to email me at stephen@glenavy.school.nz.

Have an awesome weekend!

Warm regards,

Kate and Steve 

Year 4 & 5 camp - Gunns Bush
4 Nov 2026

Hi everyone, 

Some camp notices and forms have gone home today. Can you please fill them in and get them back ASAP. 

If your child was away today or didn't get the notices, tell them to come see me tomorrow and I will give them some.

 

Thank you 

Emily MacLeod  

Sausage and Bread
4 Nov 2026

Good Morning

There is Sausage and Bread on Friday 6th November

$3.00 each

Regards

Glenavy School

Touch Tonight Has Been Cancelled.
3 Nov 2026

Kia ora 

Unfortunately due to the wet weather touch in Oamaru tonight has been cancelled. Sorry for any inconvenience. 

 

Glenavy School 

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Paper Plus Oamaru Mainland Spreading Glenavy Store Hayden Tait Builder Ltd Mays Milking Services Des Scott Electrical 2024 Ltd Ikawai Earthworks Matai Nurseries Stowell Motor Repairs KIDOGO
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