A caring environment for enjoyable learning experiences that nurtures each and every child to the realisation of their individual talents and potential. A balanced, creative and individualised approach to learning is evident, encouraging collaborative learning, while creatively developing the skills and knowledge for life.
Halswell School is open at Alert Level 2 for all students from Thursday 9 September.
New Entrants – Ahuriri
Children and parents transition into the school with three preschool visits, getting to know their teacher and classmates with sessions covering school routines, classroom programmes and ways to support their child’s learning.
Year 0-2 Huritini
During a child’s first years at school we focus on developing foundation skills in literacy and numeracy along with encouraging the children to begin to develop the key competencies they will need to be successful life long learners.
Year 3-4 Ōrongomai
The children and teachers enjoy working together to ensure a supportive and caring environment, sharing our experiences, class work and celebrations at regular team assemblies.
Year 5-6 Ōtāwhito
In Ōtāwhito, the staff work together to encourage and provide for collaborative learning, in a dynamic modern environment. We focus on developing independent learners and the children have opportunities to be self directed and pursue their own interests and passions.
Year 7-8 Ōtūmatua
Ōtūmatua provides a supportive environment for early adolescent students, enabling them to develop their academic skills, key competencies and cultural abilities in preparation for secondary schooling and life beyond.
School Library
We have a fantastic library here at Halswell School, filled with all your reading and information needs. We have heaps of books for you to choose from and we’re always adding exciting new reads. Our librarian is Zac McCallum.
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Halswell International
Halswell School is an exciting and vibrant full primary school in the South Island of New Zealand. We are proud to offer our international students the very best educational, social and family environments available.
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