Everyday Information

Lunches

Ahipara School is one of many schools in the Far North that is part of a programme called Health Promoting Schools (HPS). In this programme we take a wider view of health than just care of the body. We try to consider all aspects that influence our children and to create an environment that promotes the health and well being of all students as well as all those within the school.

Ahipara School receives ‘Fruit in Schools’ which is a free donation of fruit twice a week, plus a donation of food from KidsCan for Breakfast Club such as Weetbix, milk and toast , served every morning from 8.10am to 8.35am. 

Ahipara School is fortunate enough to participate in the Ka Ora Ka Ako Healthy School Lunches programme, which provides a free lunch every day for every student. Students will still need to bring a snack for morning tea and a water bottle. 

We encourage our students to bring a healthy selection of food to feed their bodies and minds. Fizzy drinks, lollies, chocolate and other confectionery are not considered as lunch food and should be kept at home. 

We are pleased to announce that Ani's Catering have been appointed as our 2024 - 2025 school lunch service provider. 

Ani's Catering promises:

• Nutritionally balanced, healthy school kai!

• 100% local staff, empowering people in the community!

• Regularly updated menu selection!

• Fresh lunches made every single day!

• Honest & open communication with opportunities to give feedback!

Stationery

All stationery required for school use is available through the school office, although parents are welcome to shop elsewhere. A list stating stationery requirements for each particular class will be sent home with your child at the beginning of the school year or when enrolling your child. See the Office Staff for a copy of your child’s stationery.

School Uniform

Ahipara School has compulsory items of clothing for their uniform. These can be purchased from The Warehouse. Students wearing the school uniform will be proud and responsible representatives of our school.

All students

• Black or Yellow Polo Shirt

• Black School Sweat Shirt

• Black School Jacket

• Black Plain Sweatshirt (no logos, emblems)

• Black or Dark coloured Shorts, Pants, Skirt

This is compulsory for Year 0 through to Year 8.

• A Black School Hat is compulsory for all students during the summer months (Term 1 and Term 4)

• Hair is to be tidy

• No jewellery – exception for taonga necklace

• One small stud for earring. No other visible piercings allowed

• Students will not wear makeup daily while in school uniform

• Please ensure that you clearly name all uniform items