School Information
‘Within our caring community, Upper Atiamuri School is committed to inspiring curiosity and creativity. We will challenge and grow the academic and social skills of our learners, so that they can become adaptable, self-motivated, lifelong learners and leaders.’
Our school day starts at 8.45am , finishing at 2.45pm.
Morning tea Break: 10.15am - 10.30am
Brain Break: 11.30 - 11.40am
Lunch time Break: 12.45 - 1pm Lunch eating time then 1pm - 1.30pm playtime
School day finishes at 2.45pm
Important Dates 2022
Term 1 First day of term: Thursday 3rd Feb Last day of term: Thursday 14th April
Term 2 Monday 2 May - Friday 8 July
Queen's Birthday holiday Monday 6th June - School Closed.
Matariki Holiday Friday 24th June - School closed
Term 3 First day of Term Monday 25th July. Last day of term Friday 30th September
Term 4 First day of Term Monday 17th October. Last day of term around 14th Dec TBC
Labour Day holiday - Monday 24th October
Uniform
Our school uniform is a royal blue polo shirt, royal blue polar fleece and students own choice of black 'bottom half'.
All students must have a hat - Terms 1 and 4
Any suitable footwear may be worn
Items are available to purchase at school.
Our Year 7 and 8 students have the option of purchasing a school hoodie. These are ordered as needed.
Bus Information
Most of our students travel by bus. Please contact the Office to discuss details.
School visits
You are always welcome to visit our school.
Our Pre school visits for students turning 5 years old are usually in the term before starting school.
They are Wednesday mornings 8.45am - 11am (or by arrangement)