Mairangi Bay School

24/10/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

Celebrating everything awesome at Mairangi Bay School - culturally, physically, mentally, socially and academically.

MBS - a wonderful kura to grow our community.

https://www.mairangibay.school.nz/newsletter_sets/online_newsletters/89

What are you waiting for, we can not wait to meet you!

Ngā mihi nui ki a koe, e hoa

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

Term 4 Week 3

17/10/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

Mairangi Bay School...the perfect place to learn and grow!

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member

Learning together to create a better tomorrow
Ako tahi mō āpōpō kia pai ake -

10/10/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

It’s fantastic to be back and diving into Term 4! I can’t quite believe we’re here already. It’s awesome to see our tamariki, whānau, and kaimahi all collaborating and living out our school values right from the start.

We’re so excited about this term and all the sunny summer days ahead. Mairangi Bay is going to be buzzing, and I have to say, we’re potentially the best school ever, ready to make this term a memorable one!

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM

Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

19/09/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

There is no better place to learn and grow across Aotearoa New Zealand than Mairangi Bay School - a place we all belong, where every child is motivated, brave, and sincere, and where together we learn to create a better tomorrow.

Thank you to our students, staff and whānau for your hard work. Please enjoy a well-deserved, restful holiday.

Ngā mihi nui ki a koe, e hoa

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

19/09/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

There is no better place to learn and grow across Aotearoa New Zealand than Mairangi Bay School - a place we all belong, where every child is motivated, brave, and sincere, and where together we learn to create a better tomorrow.

Thank you to our students, staff and whānau for your hard work. Please enjoy a well-deserved, restful holiday.

Ngā mihi nui ki a koe, e hoa

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school.

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

05/09/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

I just wanted to take a moment to share a big thank you for all your incredible support recently. From the parent-teacher interviews to the dance curriculum showcase this morning, and even everyone pitching in to help with our inquiry projects, you’ve really shown what community spirit looks like.

And a special shout-out to our teachers: you are genuinely incredible, and I’d say we have some of the best in New Zealand right here at Mairangi Bay School.

Thanks again for being such an amazing whānau. We’re all learning together for a better tomorrow!

Ngā mihi,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

15/08/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

A huge thank you to our librarian, Louise Hopkins, for organising such a magical book week. Adopting the theme of Fairy Tales and Fantasy, students were captivated by author visits, where they learned how ideas become stories, how characters are developed, and how writers persevere through challenges, linking perfectly to our value of resilience.

The SLT Reading Wizards brought laughter and excitement as they performed lively, costumed readings, showing students that reading is not just a skill but a doorway to imagination and connection. These experiences align with the NZC English learning area, strengthening oral language, comprehension, and critical thinking while nurturing a life-long love for reading.

What a wonderful week of learning at MBS!

Ngā mihi nui ki a koe, e hoa

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630
Tel: 09-478 8424

Learning together to create a better tomorrow
Ako tahi mō āpōpō kia pai ake -

03/08/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

As Mairangi Bay School partner with Deep Dive Podcast, we want to reinforce why you should choose Mairangi Bay School and enrol now for a bright future.

At Mairangi Bay School, we believe in nurturing confident, curious, and connected learners. Nestled in the heart of Auckland’s North Shore and just minutes from the beach, our vibrant learning community is known for its warm, inclusive culture, high academic expectations, and commitment to the wellbeing of every child, whānau member and staff.

We offer more than just a place to learn. We provide a place to belong. Our school values of kindness, respect, and resilience are woven through everything we do, from the classroom to the playground. With passionate teachers, strong community partnerships, both locally and globally, and an exciting curriculum grounded in the New Zealand Curriculum, a whānau-like holistic approach and Science of Learning, your child will be inspired to thrive.

Families choose Mairangi Bay School because of:

- Exceptional Teaching and Learning: Our structured literacy, numeracy, and inquiry programmes ensure strong foundations and critical thinking skills.

- Innovative Programmes: From the Kaitiaki Garden and Garden-to-Table, to student-led MBS TV and our international sister school connections, learning here is hands-on, relevant, and future-focused.

- Strong Values and Wellbeing Focus: We use restorative practices, Mitey and PB4L to build strong relationships and support every learner to feel safe, seen, and supported.

- Cultural Responsiveness: We are proud to work closely with mana whenua, Te Kawerau ā Maki, and celebrate the diverse cultures and languages of our community.

- A Place to Belong: With dedicated teachers, a supportive Board, and a strong PTA, whānau are true partners in learning.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something special. Spaces are limited so enrol now and give your child the opportunity to grow, shine, and succeed at Mairangi Bay School.

Listen to this podcast to understand more about our wonderful Kura:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ey5rkQj1pm-a1neY8-obLorOqsaWBC4k/view?usp=sharing

Alternatively, visit www.mairangibay.school.nz or contact our school office today.

Let’s learn, lead, and grow – together.

We can not wait to meet you!

If you are in zone and would like a school tour, please contact the Principal at [email protected]. Alternatively, visit our school website and enrol now!

01/08/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

Enjoy the Mairangi Bay School Newsletter this week.

Ngā mihi nui ki a koe, e hoa

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

Term 3 Week 3

01/08/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

At Mairangi Bay School, we are proud to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and identities that make up our school community. Today, in partnership with UNICEF, we honoured Pacific Day and Vanuatu Bislama Week with pride and joy. Through vibrant language activities, our ākonga celebrated our neighbours in the Pacific while embracing the values of respect, kindness, and connection. It was a powerful reminder that at Mairangi Bay, every voice matters and every culture is valued.

Ngā mihi nui ki a koe, e hoa

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

25/07/2025

Kia ora e te Mairangi Bay Whānau

As we settle back into Term 3 and embrace the winter months together, now is the perfect time to reflect on how we can continue to keep each other safe. Our school values of kindness, respect, and resilience guide us in everything we do, especially when it comes to the safety and wellbeing of our tamariki and school community.

Whether it’s ensuring your child is safely buckled into their car seat or choosing to park legally during pick-up and drop-off, every small action helps protect one another. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to making Mairangi Bay School a safe, caring, and respectful place for all.

Ngā mihi nui ki a koe, e hoa

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura
NSPA Executive Member
Galaxy Drive Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630

18/07/2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

It's Term 3! Yay! Welcome back everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful first week back and taken every opportunity to connect with friends and your teacher over the past few days.

It’s so good to see all your smiling faces again, ready for another term of exciting learning, new challenges, and opportunities to shine. A special thank you to our teachers for your hard work and preparation over the break. Your planning ensures we are starting Term 3 with strong, rich learning programme across the school.

We are truly blessed to have a wonderful school and community connected through our school values of atawhai, whakaute and manaawanui.

Ngā manaakitanga,

He nui ake tō mātou mana i te kura anahe - We are more than just a school

Nathan Janes MEdLM
Tumuaki/ Principal Mairangi Bay Kura