8 Dec 2025

On behalf of the PTA, we’d like to thank you all for your ongoing support each Wednesday, helping us bring hotdogs to our tamariki while raising funds for our kura.

There will be no hotdog day this Wednesday due to the Year 6 Leavers Assembly and preparations for the Leavers’ Dinner.

We’ll be back up and running in Term 1, 2026!

Many thanks, 

Glenbervie School PTA

3 Dec 2025

Good Morning Everyone,

 

Just a couple of updates that you might be interested in.

 

2025 YEAR BOOKS

Thanks to Teresa, this has now been sent to the publisher and will be ready to be sent home next week. They are always popular and with only 47 copies available, it's first in first served. These great memory books can be purchased for $22.00 via Kindo.

 

POOL KEYS

We have 30 pool keys for sale @ $62.00 via Kindo. Keys will then need to be collected from the school office. You will receive a $10.00 refund when your key is returned at the end of the season. This will go back into your Kindo account.

The pool will be open from Wednesday, 17th December to 7.00pm, Sunday, 1st February 2026. PLEASE NOTE: The pool will be closed from Wednesday, 31st Dec to Sunday, 4th January, opening again on Monday 5th January 2025. 

 

 

 

Warm regards,

Glenbervie School

18 Nov 2025

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Staff,

 

We are writing to address the recent product recall of 'Magic Sand' purchased from Kmart and other suppliers, due to the potential risk of containing asbestos.

 We understand this news may be concerning, and we want to assure you of the immediate steps we have taken to investigate this matter.

 

School Investigation and Findings

Our staff immediately conducted a thorough check of all classrooms and resources across the school.

We have confirmed that the recalled product was only used in Room 5.

Crucially, the 'Magic Sand' has not been present in Room 5 since the end of 

Term 3 (approximately 8 weeks ago).

Safety Precautions and Next Steps

 

Out of an abundance of caution, we have implemented the following immediate safety measures:

Room 5 Relocation: Tomorrow, [Tuesday, November 18], Room 5 students will be learning in the School Library. This is a purely precautionary measure.

 

External Consultation: We will be contacting the Ministry of Education (MOE) and Healthline via their dedicated hotline at 8AM tomorrow to seek professional advice and a formal directive.

 
Actionable Advice for Households

If you have used this product in your home, please follow the specific instructions issued by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).

 

What households should do:

Stop using the product immediately and keep children away.

Place the sand in an airtight container, then double-bag it in thick plastic and label it "Asbestos-Contaminated Material."

Do not put it in household rubbish, and do not vacuum or sweep any loose sand.

Contact your local council for safe disposal.

Once the product is secured, contact the retailer for a refund under the Consumer Guarantees Act.

Health Concerns: If you have any concerns for your whānau because you have used this product at home, you can contact Healthline or speak with your GP for assistance.

 
Communication

We are prioritising the safety of our students and staff. We will keep you fully informed of the outcome and any further direction received from the MOE or Healthline.

 

Thank you for your understanding.