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For our Whanau

This page has useful information to help our families get prepared for school life. From having the right stationery, to wearing the correct uniform, to knowing the options for after school care or extra curricular activities.

Our day to day communication with parents and caregivers is by email and/or through the school app. If you don’t have the school app yet, download SchoolAppsNZ from your app store, search for Parnell School and turn on notifications.

School payments

Whether you’re wanting to pay your camp fees, school donation or a variety of other non-curricular fees, payment can easily be made on our shop page.
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Stationery Lists

We recommend purchasing student’s stationery through OfficeMax. For ease, all year level lists have been uploaded to their website – simply select your child’s year group then add the items to your cart.

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Uniform

At Parnell District School, we believe a smart, consistent school uniform fosters a sense of pride and belonging. All students are expected to wear the correct uniform, including appropriate footwear and accessories. Our uniform is practical, comfortable, and designed to reflect our school values. 

Our school uniform can be purchased from the Uniform Shop – located in Epsom and online . Some secondhand uniform items are available through the school office or Whanau & Friends. 

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Top: Blue polo shirt or sports shirt 

Outerwear: Fleece jacket or sports jacket 

Bottoms: Navy blue shorts, skort, or trousers 

Terms 1 & 4: Parnell School bucket hat 

Top: White polo shirt or sports shirt 

Outerwear: Fleece jacket or sports jacket 

Bottoms: Navy blue shorts, skort, or trousers 

Terms 1 & 4: Parnell School bucket hat 

Footwear:

  • Choose comfortable shoes or sandals. 
  • Sandals must have a strap across the heel. 
  • NOTE: Closed-toe shoes are required on STEAM days. 

 

Weather gear: 

  • Rain jackets may be worn to and from school. 

 

Jewellery: 

  • Students may wear a watch and a single pair of stud earrings. 
  • Cultural jewellery may be worn if approved in writing by the Principal and should be worn discreetly under the uniform. 
  • All other jewellery items must be left at home. 

 

Base layers: 

  • Items such as thermals or long-sleeved collarless tops may be worn under the uniform. These must be navy, black or white. 

 

Hair: 

  • Hair that touches the collar must be tied back during the school day. 

 

Hats – Terms 1 & 4:

  • Any hat with a full brim is acceptable.
  • No caps are allowed.
  • Hats must be navy blue and free from overt branding or patterns. 

Sports information and clubs

At Parnell District School, we value the important role that physical activity plays in promoting wellbeing, teamwork, and personal growth. Through participation in sport, students develop not only their physical fitness and skills, but also confidence, cooperation, and perseverance. All children will take part in our Physical Education programme as part of core learning. In addition to this, children in years 5-8 will have the opportunity to trial to represent the school in a variety of sports tournaments with our local schools.

Children will also have the opportunity to join teams and coaching through the Friday Fizz and OE programmes. Information for these will be communicated through our newsletter.

School teams

We have school teams representing PDS in Foundation Basketball and Auckland Netball leagues during term time. Information about registration for these sport opportunities is shared in the school newsletter – look out for information about specific year group opportunities. 

We warmly encourage parents to get involved! We are always looking for enthusiastic parents to coach or manage our basketball and netball teams. 

Local clubs

Parnell District School has long established relationships with local clubs and teams. By working with our local clubs, we ensure our children get high quality coaching, alongside many of their school friends.

Clubs we suggest are:

C4 Out of School Care

Welcome to C4, our vibrant before-and-after-school care programme at Parnell District School. Established by our Board in 2018, C4 runs every weekday both before school hours and after the final bell, as well as during school holidays. It’s exclusively available for children enrolled at PDS, making it a familiar and welcoming space for our students.

At C4, we foster a community of coaching, care and creativity. Our dedicated manager, Claire, and her team look forward to welcoming your children into an environment where they can thrive outside regular school hours. The programme extends to offering a range of extra curricular classes, giving more opportunities for students to explore their interests. For details on these classes, please check out our extra curricular section.

Join us:

  • Before school from 7:00am – 8:30am
  • After school from 3:00pm – 6:00pm
  • In the holidays from 8:00am – 6:00pm


Bookings for C4 are made through AimyPlus, ensuring a smooth and easy reservation process. We’re excited to support your family’s needs and provide a safe, engaging, and fun environment for your children.

To make a booking, visit pds.aimyplus.com or ask Claire for more information.

Extra Curricular

We’re proud to offer a wide range of extracurricular opportunities through our C4 programme. These activities give students the chance to explore their interests, build new skills and have fun outside of regular school hours. All Parnell District School students are welcome to join, and signing up is easy. Read more about the different activities on offer below, then book your child through pds.aimyplus.com. If you have any questions about how to enrol or which activities could be a great fit for your child, Claire is more than happy to have a chat. You can get in touch with Claire via our contact form.

OOPS I ARTED!

A relaxed and creative art class where children learn new skills and enjoy making art.

Thursdays 3:30 – 4:30pm

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

SWISHED ON BASKETBALL

Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30pm

Basketball training builds confidence, teamwork & skills while having fun

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

BRAIN PLAY

Mondays & Tuesdays 3:30 – 4:30pm

Explore the world of STEM with Brain Play. Delve into coding, robotics and other exciting activities. Find more information on www.brainplay.co.nz

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

CHESS POWER

Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30pm

Improve your child’s cognitive skills, including memory, logical & critical thinking, problem solving and visual processing! Find more information on www.chesspower.co.nz

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

JAZZ, CONTEMPORY, ACROBATIC & HIP HOP

Mondays & Tuesdays 4:30pm | 5:30pm | 6:30pm

Wednesdays 4:30pm | 6:30pm

Experienced dance teachers Neve & Dionne are back teaching a variety of dance styles! For more information on the different dance options, please email dancewithneve@gmail.com

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

EASTERN SUBURBS FOOTBALL

Fridays 3:30 – 4:30pm

Where first-time football players are taught basic drills, game rules and team work! Find more information on www.easternsuburbs.org.nz

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

YEE GA MARTIAL ARTS WITH RYAN YEE

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:15pm

Martial arts with a modern approach, in a fun & friendly environment. Held in the hall and all welcome.

To book: yeegamartialarts@gmail.com

ELIETTE’S MUSIC ACADEMY

Mondays & Wednesdays during school

Weekly drums, guitar, ukulele and singing lessons are on offer during the school day in the Community Room. Find more information on www.eliettesmusicacademy.com

To book: grafton@eliettesmusicacademy.com

YOUNG GUNS SKATE SCHOOL

Fridays 3:30 – 4:30pm

Have fun while improving balance, coordination, confidence and self-esteem. Skateboards & helmets supplied. Find more information on www.younggunsskateschool.co.nz

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

SHINE SPEECH & DRAMA

Mondays 3:30 – 4:30pm

Inspiring students to build self-confidence by encouraging imagination and creativity. Find more information on www.shine.school.nz

To book: PDS.aimyplus.com

NZ MODERN SCHOOL OF MUSIC WITH KAY BROWN

Tuesdays & Thursdays during school.

Keyboard & Piano lessons during school in the Community Room.

To book: kt_brown@xtra.co.nz

PLAYBALL

Fridays 3:00 – 4:00pm

Learn. Practise. Play. Engaging in a wide range of sports skills, preparing children aged 5-9 for future sports. Held in the school Apex. Find more information on www.playballkids.com

To book: phil@playball.co.nz

Volunteering

Be Part of Our Vibrant School Community

At Parnell District School, we cherish the incredible support of our parents, whānau, and local community. Your willingness to volunteer enriches our school and helps us create a warm, supportive environment for our tamariki.

Ways You Can Volunteer:

  1. Join the Whānau and Friends Group
    Our Whānau and Friends is the heart of our fundraising efforts. This parent-led group organises events that bring our community together and raise vital funds for the school. Whether you’re keen to cook a sausage sizzle, sell ice creams or help organize a major event, there’s always room for more amazing helpers.
  2. Support our sports teams
    We’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic coaches and managers to help our children develop their sports skills. If you have experience or just a passion for sports, we’d love to have you involved in coaching or managing a team.
  3. Share your time and talents
    From assisting in classrooms to supervising road patrol, returning resources, or keeping our gardens in top shape, every little bit of help truly counts. We are incredibly lucky to have such a wealth of skills and knowledge in our community, and we deeply appreciate how our parents and whānau use those talents to support our students.


If you’d like to volunteer, contact the office and we’ll make sure your offer of help reaches the right person. Thank you for being such an important part of our school whānau!