Willow Park Primary School

A huge thank you to Apostle Sauces for providing us with some yummy sauces as part of our winning prize packs. We had some very lucky winners on our Jingo night.

Thank you Glenfield Mall for donating a voucher for our raffle prize. Supporting our Jingo event made it a huge success.

Keeping our Jingo contestants fed, Anoop from Pizza Hut, Northcote made sure everyone was left happy. Thanks again for giving us such a good deal for our event!

Pizza Hut Northcote · Auckland, New Zealand 3.6 ⭐ · Pizza restaurant

A huge thank you to our sponsor, Shannon Vincent of Ray White who continues to support Willow Park, not just at events like Jingo, but all through the year.

Eyes down, ears open, and voices LOUD. Thanks Neverland Studios for donating a prize for our raffle at Jingo Battle of the Bands night

Fierce competition, friendly vibes, and serious prizes - thank you Huski for donating prizes for our event!

A couple of weeks ago we had a hugely successful event, Jingo Night. Thank you to all of the supporters who helped us to have a fun night, as well as raising funds for our maths and reading curriculum resources. A special mention to Fully Stocked who belted out some classics while the Jingo contestants partied the night away. Fully Stocked

Fantastic raffle prizes at our Jingo Battle of the Bands event: Friday 22nd May. If you are a parent at school go to Kindo to purchase your tickets. If you would like to attend and you don't have Kindo, contact the school office ([email protected]). We even have the band Fully Stocked performing after the games!

There is a week to go until JINGO BATTLE OF THE BANDS adults only event at school.

Tickets are still available so get in quick. Parents go to Kindo to book in your tickets and more.

There are some great prizes to be won at the event including 3 raffles.

What an incredible way to wrap up our Term 1 inquiry! The school hall was transformed into a bustling international hub last week as we celebrated our unit, He Waka Eke Noa – A Celebration of Cultures. The atmosphere was electric, filled with the kind of excitement that only happens when our entire community comes together to share their stories.

Our tamariki have spent the term diving deep into the traditions, histories, and arts of various nations. This curiosity—our value of manawa reka—was on full display through the stunning exhibits. From the intricate cherry blossom art of Japan and the vibrant lanterns of China to the rich patterns of India, the hall was a kaleidoscope of color.

We journeyed through the landscapes of Australia, explored the unique traditions of Thailand, and grounded ourselves in the heritage of Aotearoa New Zealand. The children showed great manawaroa (resilience) in their research and preparation, ensuring every display did justice to the cultures they studied.

The highlight for many was the live presentations. It was moving to see our students and parents standing side-by-side to share traditional dances and stories. These moments perfectly captured whanaungatanga, as the bonds between home and school were strengthened through shared heritage.

Whether it was a rhythmic dance or a bilingual story reading, the pride on the children's faces was unmistakable. They acted as true kaitiaki (guardians) of their cultural knowledge, protecting and passing on the traditions that make their families unique.

No celebration is complete without food, and our parents certainly delivered! We want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who brought in a plate to share. The "yummy" factor was off the charts, but more importantly, this act of sharing food is the ultimate expression of manaakitanga (hospitality and kindness). To taste the flavors of India, China, and beyond was a delicious reminder of how lucky we are to have such a diverse community.

A huge shout-out to the staff for their hard work behind the scenes and to the parents for their overwhelming support. The high turnout made the event feel truly special. We have truly lived the meaning of our inquiry title this term: He waka eke noa—we are all in this boat together.

We can’t wait to see where our learning takes us in Term 2!