NZEI Proposed Strike information
NZEI Proposed Strike information
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Kia ora whānau,
This is an advance notice to let you know that Papatoetoe South School may need to close for instruction on Thursday, 23 October 2025.
We have been advised that the education union, NZEI Te Riu Roa, is planning a day of strike action for its members, which includes both teachers and support staff. At this stage, we have been asked to prepare for this possibility, but we have not yet received the final, official notice of strike action.
We are letting you know now so you have time to prepare.
Should the strike proceed, we would not have enough staff on-site to safely supervise our students. For this reason, the Board of Trustees has determined that the school will have to close for instruction if the strike goes ahead.
We encourage you to begin considering alternative arrangements for your children, just in case. We understand that this uncertainty is difficult for families, and we appreciate your patience.
If the school does close, we will provide some optional learning activities on our Seesaw platform to help keep students engaged at home.
We will send a definitive confirmation to all whānau as soon as we receive official notice from the union. This is expected to be formally announced on Monday. Please keep an eye out for a final update.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Ngā mihi nui,
Senior Leadership Team
Term One: Friday 7th February - Friday 11th April
Term Two: Monday 28th April - Friday 27th June
Term Three: Monday 14th July - Friday 19th September
Term Four: Monday 6th October - Thursday 18th December
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Te Hoe Ngātahi Final.mp4📢 Important Notice: Changes to Pick-Up & Drop-Off Access
📢 Important Notice: Changes to Pick-Up & Drop-Off Access
Kenderdine Road Gate Closure – Effective 19th May
Kenderdine Road Gate Closure – Effective 19th May
Kia ora e te whānau,
Kia ora e te whānau,
After 17 years of anticipation, we are delighted to share that construction of our new Le Va building is now officially underway! This marks a major milestone for our kura, and we are excited about the opportunities this new space will bring to our learning community.
After 17 years of anticipation, we are delighted to share that construction of our new Le Va building is now officially underway! This marks a major milestone for our kura, and we are excited about the opportunities this new space will bring to our learning community.
As we move into this important phase, we are working closely with our contractors to ensure the building process is carried out smoothly, safely, and with minimal disruption to our tamariki and staff.
As we move into this important phase, we are working closely with our contractors to ensure the building process is carried out smoothly, safely, and with minimal disruption to our tamariki and staff.
Please note: From Monday 19th May, the Kenderdine Road entrance to Papatoetoe South School will be CLOSED for the remainder of Term 2.
Please note: From Monday 19th May, the Kenderdine Road entrance to Papatoetoe South School will be CLOSED for the remainder of Term 2.
🚸 What You Need to Know:
🚸 What You Need to Know:
🔒 Kenderdine Rd Gate Will Be Closed
🔒 Kenderdine Rd Gate Will Be Closed
No entry or exit will be permitted via Kenderdine Rd from 19th May.
No entry or exit will be permitted via Kenderdine Rd from 19th May.
The pedestrian and vehicle gate will be locked and clearly signposted. (ONLY CONTRACTORS WILL BE PERMITTED TO USE THIS ENTRANCE)
The pedestrian and vehicle gate will be locked and clearly signposted. (ONLY CONTRACTORS WILL BE PERMITTED TO USE THIS ENTRANCE)
🦺 Kenderdine Patrols will still be active
🦺 Kenderdine Patrols will still be active
Students may continue using their usual walking routes to the Kenderdine Road patrol point.
Students may continue using their usual walking routes to the Kenderdine Road patrol point.
A staff member will monitor Bridge Street to help direct students safely.
A staff member will monitor Bridge Street to help direct students safely.
Student patrol monitors must be ready at 8:10am (morning) and 2:40pm (afternoon).
(Please meet at the Milan Road entrance with the adult supervisor before going on duty. Training will be provided.)
Student patrol monitors must be ready at 8:10am (morning) and 2:40pm (afternoon).
(Please meet at the Milan Road entrance with the adult supervisor before going on duty. Training will be provided.)
✅ Alternative Access
✅ Alternative Access
Please use the Chestnut Rd entrance for both drop-off and pick-ups or alternatively Milan Road as a secondary option.
Please use the Chestnut Rd entrance for both drop-off and pick-ups or alternatively Milan Road as a secondary option.
Pedestrians who use the Kenderdine entrance may use the Milan Rd or Chestnut Rd entrance (depending on which is closest).
Pedestrians who use the Kenderdine entrance may use the Milan Rd or Chestnut Rd entrance (depending on which is closest).
Staff wearing Hi-Vis jackets will be present at these gates and at the Bridge Rd Corner to support safe transitions.
Staff wearing Hi-Vis jackets will be present at these gates and at the Bridge Rd Corner to support safe transitions.
🚗 Traffic & Parking
🚗 Traffic & Parking
Be mindful of traffic congestion and parking around Milan Road and Chestnut Rd—please avoid parking on the yellow lines, blocking driveways and always park safely.
Be mindful of traffic congestion and parking around Milan Road and Chestnut Rd—please avoid parking on the yellow lines, blocking driveways and always park safely.
We are working with Auckland Transport to ensure road safety during this change.
We are working with Auckland Transport to ensure road safety during this change.
We understand this may impact your usual routine and we appreciate your cooperation and patience. Please reach out to us if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions. Our priority remains the safety and wellbeing of our tamariki. Thank you for your ongoing support!
We understand this may impact your usual routine and we appreciate your cooperation and patience. Please reach out to us if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions. Our priority remains the safety and wellbeing of our tamariki. Thank you for your ongoing support!
Ngā mihi nui,
Ngā mihi nui,
Papatoetoe South School Leadership Team
Papatoetoe South School Leadership Team
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