What’s On

 

SCHOOL TERMS 2026

Term 1: Thursday 29 January – Thursday 2 April

Term 2: Monday 20 April – Friday 3 July

Term 3: Monday 20 July – Friday 25 September

Term 4: Monday 12 October – Friday 11 December

BELL TIMES

8:30am Students enter school grounds and buildings
8:55am Get ready for school bell

Block One

9:00am Roll is taken – students must be in class
11:00am Morning Tea eating time
11:10am Morning Tea play time

Block Two

11:30am Block 2 begins
1:00pm Lunch eating time
1:10pm Lunch play time

Block Three

1:50pm Block 3 begins
3:00pm School day ends
3:15pm All students must be off site

Alumni

We are proud of our PDS Alumni and like to stay connected. If you are a past student or parent we would love to hear from you , please get in touch and tell us about your time at school.

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