Eskdale School is a growing, semi-rural full primary school situated in the Esk Valley, Hawkes Bay (approximately 300 students from Years 0-8).
We provide a stimulating, future-focused learning environment that equips students with the necessary skills to succeed in the ever-changing world we live in.
Today's learners ~ Tomorrow's leaders
Ko ngā konga o nāianei, he manukura mō āpōpō
This vision guides everything we do. As our tamariki become confident learners who are beginning to develop leadership skills and qualities, they will see themselves as leaders. This takes place within a supportive environment where everyone (students, staff, whānau and the wider community) actively demonstrates our school values of:
We provide a rich, blended learning environment that allows students to develop and achieve academically, physically, socially and emotionally. As an Enviro-Gold school we also focus on the children learning sustainability.
We welcome visitors and all families, both existing and new to the area. You can contact the school in the following ways:
Phone: +64 6 836 6845
Email: admin@eskdale.school.nz
Good morning everyone,
Welcome to Week 2. This is a short week and may seem even shorter with the reminders coming out today instead of yesterday.
Firstly, thank you for your support with the hats. It has been awesome having all the children arriving at school with their hats ready to go.
Last week the attendance was back to record levels with Kea in third place, Tui in second and Weka in first place. Both Tui and Weka had over 99% attendance across the week.
A reminder school is closed on Friday for HB Anniversary and on Monday for Labour Day.
Important: We have changed our prize giving night to Wednesday 9 December to avoid a clash with NGHS who have moved theirs to Thursday 10 December.
Coming up this term - Keep an eye out for your child's PAT test report summary which will be coming home in week 6 and the end of year written reports will be coming home on Friday 11 December. (No seesaw reports this term)
The 4th term always seems to really accelerate between now and Christmas so please keep an eye on the calendar.
Year 8 Camp Sponsorship - we are still looking for Year 8 camp sponsors, please see the attached flyer. Thanks to those businesses who have already jumped on board.
Enjoy the short week and long weekend.
Tristan
Just a reminder that free shipping for ordering of school photos ends this Sunday.
Photos can be ordered at www.photolife.co.nz.
Key codes were sent directly from Photolife in the school holidays to the same email address that the school communicates with you through. If you did not receive this code please contact me as soon as possible and I can email you your child's code/s.
Any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards
Maree
Mōrena koutou,
Welcome to Term 4. A special warm Eskdale welcome to our new students and families. This term we also have three student teachers from EIT undertaking their practicum at our school -
Ashlyn - Karoro
Libby - Ruru
Bonnie - Korimako
Term 4 is usually the busiest term of the year and the one ahead looks to be no different with a variety of activities planned as well as lots of learning. Please use the school calendar to stay abreast of what's coming up.
In Term 4 hats are compulsory. Please make sure your child leaves home in the morning with a hat. We encourage full brim hats but accept that caps can sometimes be more practical when children are running around at break times. Compulsory hat wearing starts today, Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
Coming up this week:
Wednesday Afternoon - NBHS music groups to perform to the school.
Friday - Cricket Coaching starts for Year 2- Year 6 classes.
Enviro Seeds - if you ordered seeds in Term 3, these were sent home yesterday, keep an eye out in your child's bag for these.
School Photos - during the holidays Photolife has emailed out directly the key codes for ordering photos. If you didn't receive this in your inbox please check your spam folders. Alternatively, please feel free to email Maree for your child's key code if you didn't receive the email.
Have a great week.
Tristan
Registrations are now open for Term 4 sports via the school website:
On offer for Term 4 is:
Netball Year 0-2 and Year 3-4
Hockey Year 0-2 and Year 3-4 - Unison Power Sticks (a programme specifically designed for beginners who are keen to see what hockey is all about and learn the basic skills)
Summer Hockey Year 3-8
Water Polo Year 3-6
Futsal all ages
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards
Maree
Kia ora,
Over the past few months, the Board and school leadership team have been working on reviewing and refreshing Eskdale School's strategic direction. As part of this process, we have been gathering feedback from students, staff and our wider school community to help ensure our vision, values and priorities reflect what matters most to our learners and whānau.
The next step is to share what we've heard so far and give our community an opportunity to provide further feedback before the strategy is finalised.
We would love you to join us for a community consultation and feedback session:
📅 Thursday 17 September
🕕 6.00pm
📍 Eskdale School
This will be an informal session where we will share the emerging themes and future direction for the school, hear your thoughts, and discuss what a great future for Eskdale School looks like together.
Please let us know if you'll be attending by 14 September so we can plan accordingly.
We hope to see you there.
Ngā mihi,
Jaclyn Hankin
Board of Trustees - Chairperson
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