12/06/2026
Our Parent Portal offers a range of features to make your life easier:
View all your children’s work and lesson feedback from tutors.
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Stay connected and stay informed with just a few clicks!
09/06/2026
📉 Maths anxiety is real.
Many children are losing confidence in maths, and learning gaps are becoming harder to close.
With major changes to the New Zealand Maths Curriculum, many parents are asking:
❓ Is my child where they should be?
❓ What has changed?
❓ How can I help at home?
Join us for a FREE community information evening and get clear answers from experienced educators.
📅 Thursday 25 June | 6:00pm–8:00pm
📍 Kip McGrath Queenstown, 4 Mountain Ash Drive
🎁 Free learning check-in available for families who attend.
Limited spaces available. Register now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/the-new-maths-curriculum-what-every-parent-needs-to-know-tickets-1991158018233
04/06/2026
Our planet is shaped by the choices we make. World Environment Day is a reminder to value, respect and protect the world we live in.
31/05/2026
To the parents, carers and guardians who guide, support and shape our lives every day – thank you. Happy Global Day of Parents.
27/05/2026
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26/05/2026
We’re Growing Our Team 📚✨
We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic qualified tutor/teacher to join our team at Kip McGrath Queenstown / The Academy Queenstown.
If you love working with children aged 5–12 and are passionate about helping young learners grow in confidence with maths and English, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for someone who is:
✨ Qualified in education or a related field
✨ Experienced working with primary-aged children
✨ Curious, passionate, and dedicated to helping children succeed
✨ Warm, positive, and encouraging
✨ Reliable, professional, and driven
This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a supportive, child-focused environment with small groups and personalised learning.
📍 Queenstown
📧 To apply or find out more, please email [email protected] with your CV and a short introduction.
Please share with anyone who may be a great fit 💛
21/05/2026
Did you know that walking to school can improve cognitive function? It's a fantastic pre-school exercise that boosts heart rate and enhances brain function throughout the day. 🌟
20/05/2026
Happy 📊
For many students, maths isn’t just challenging, it’s a source of real anxiety.
Research shows that 22–30% of students experience maths anxiety. Knowing the signs is the first step to supporting them.
➡️ Learn more: https://www.kipmcgrath.co.nz/insights/overcoming-maths-anxiety
19/05/2026
At Kip McGrath, children love learning, and parents love seeing the progress! See more of our students' stories on Trustpilot