Taradale Primary School: Frequently asked Questions

What is your School Roll?

Our maximum roll range set as part of our Enrolment Scheme is 435 - 445. We will not grow above this size. In 2010 we concluded the school year with a roll of 463.

How many classrooms do you have?

Currently we are utilizing 19 classrooms as well as the new Media Suite (off the Library). 

Preparing the site for the new classroom. Now completed

What are the Classroom Sizes?

These vary from year to year. Normally our class sizes are:

New Entrants:      16 - 20 (this number tends to reduce as new classes start.)
Year 1 - 2:            22 - 27
Year 3 - 4:            28 - 30
Year 5 - 6:            28 - 30

Do You Have a School Uniform?

The wearing of our school uniform is now a condition of enrolment and attendance at Taradale Primary School. As from 2011, the school uniform will become compulsory for all children. The uniforms are supplied by ‘SchoolTex’, the school uniform section of Postie+and can be ordered and paid for via the internet www.schooltex.co.nz , by phone, fax, or email sales@schooltex.co.nz , or purchased at Postie+ outlet in Napier.

For further details see our Policy: School Uniform

Do You Have Any Bullying?

This depends on how you define bullying. If this means physical stand-over tactics of big children over small children, then the answer is no. There is no tolerance of bullying behaviour at Taradale Primary School. However, like any school, we have the usual episodes of children falling out with each other.

To support our school belief in providing a positive, safe and secure environment for all children and staff, a school-wide Behaviour Management Programme is in place with its central theme being: Stop-Think-Do

We have Meet the Teacher meetings in February and then 15 minute Parent-Teacher Interviews in June. In Terms 2 and 3, the children bring home their Learning Sample Folders, and at the end of the year, they receive an End-of-Year Written Report.

Parents and Caregivers are encouraged to keep in close communication with the class teachers at any time. Meetings can be arranged with class teachers, team leaders or the Principal at any time if you have concerns.

What are the Strengths of the School?

The dedicated staff (teaching and support staff), wonderful children, supportive parents, and a great teaching and learning environment.

How Many Computers are there in the Classrooms?

Most classrooms have at least two computers - some may have more. We also have a new Media Suite (2009) with both desktop and laptop computers that the children use as part of the class ICT/e-learning programme each week.  The school also has a
website: www.taraprim.school.nz

We have a weekly School Newsletter that comes out on Thursday afternoons to the youngest member of your family attending Taradale Primary School. If you prefer, the School Newsletter can be emailed to you each week. They are also availiable to read online. Click here to view.

Do You Have an After-School Care Programme?

We have had a successful After-School Care Programme (Afcare) operating at Taradale Primary School since 2001. Currently the programme is operated by the YMCA, as an OSCAR approved programme, in the Hall from 3.00 – 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

What Extra-Curricula Opportunities are there Available?

Sport, (summer and winter codes), Music (keyboard, guitar), Afterschool Art Classes, School Choir, Kapa Haka Group, Gymnastics.

When Can My Child Actually Start School?

Current legislation states that children can only start school when they actually turn 5 years of age. We are not allowed to enrol any children under the age of 5 years. For all New Entrant enrolments (Year 0/1), a copy of their Birth Certificate and Immunisation Certificate is required to be verified before your child starts school.  

Marty Hantz
Principal
2011
email: martyh@taraprim.school.nz