We teach children and train teachers
We are caring, respectful, knowledgeable, confident and competent: we are prepared for life and grounded in the greater good and in community.
Term Dates 2023
Term 1: Mon 30 Jan - Thu 6 Apr
Term 2: Mon 24 April - Fri 30 June
Term 3: Mon 17 Jul - Fri 22 Sep
Term 4: Mon 9 Oct - Thur 14 Dec
Term Dates 2024
Term 1:Wed 31st Jan - Fri 12th April
Term 2: Mon 29th April - Fri 5th July
Term 3: Mon 22nd July - Fri 27th Sept
Term4: Mon 14th Oct - Tues 17th Dec
Enrolment
North East Valley Normal School is a place where every child has the chance to be the best they can be now and for the rest of their lives.
Parent Information
All information regarding the school calendar, school hours, lunches, before and after school care, policies and more.
About Us
North East Valley Normal School is a friendly community school for years 1-6 situated in the cosy community of North East Valley. The school is located near the University of Otago, the botanical gardens and a short drive from the Dunedin city centre. We develop close relationships with the families of students and foster a welcoming attitude to parent and caregivers. We strive to provide an environment where children feel like they are not only part of the school but also the wider community.
Our Vision
North East Valley Normal School is a place where every child has the chance to be the best they can be now and for the rest of their lives. The Valley children are caring, respectful, knowledgeable, confident and competent; they are prepared for life and grounded in the greater good/community.
He aha te mea nui o te Ao?
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata
Latest News & Events
Notifications
Moana Pool Day Tomorrow
Wed Nov 29 12:14pmThe children will need to bring their togs, towel and goggles (if they have them) in a swimming bag.
Juniors will swim 9.30-10.30am. Buses will leave at 9am and should have us back to school at approximately 11am.
Middles will swim 10.30-11.30am. Buses will leave at 10am and should have us back to school at approximately 12pm.
Seniors will swim 11.30-12.30pm. Buses will leave at 11am and should have us back to school at approximately 1pm.
Swim Helpers
Thu Nov 23 02:15pmWe are in need of more parent helpers to attend our Moana Pool fun day on Thursday. Please let your class teacher know if you are able to assist.
Pool times:
Juniors 9:30-10:30
Middles 10:30-11:30
Seniors 11:30-12:30
Touch is Cancelled today
Thu Nov 23 02:01pmHats
Thu Nov 23 01:05pmA lot of children have lost their hats or do not have them at school. Please check that your child has a hat at school and, if not, please source one over the weekend. From Monday, any child without a hat, will sit on the seats around the big tree behind the hall, during break times, until they have a hat to keep them safe from the sun.
Yr 6 Campers
Wed Nov 22 12:11pmOur happy Campers are due back around 2:30pm.
They are free to go from then but please check your child out with Whaea Theresa.
Please ignore the email with links. They are not working. If you can use the QR Code for now and we will fix the link and resend asap.
Fri Nov 17 03:49pmSorry one more time here is the link.
Fri Nov 17 03:35pmPlease click here to be taken to the survey
Link below for Survey: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__docs.google.com_forms_d_e_1FAIpQLSeTpUCg-5Fywo4EmilTvrHjPzLQG
Fri Nov 17 03:31pmStrategic Planning for 2024 Survey
Fri Nov 17 03:27pmKids will be bringing home a Survey today and we would love your feedback for strategic planning for 2024. Please see the link attached
Update: Assembly will be held at 1:30 today due to performance happening! It will be hosted by TRM!
Fri Nov 17 10:01amA reminder that free delivery on school photo orders ends on Sunday at midnight
Wed Nov 15 10:57am
ALL TOUCH CANCELLED TODAY: Due to weather and grounds being wet all touch cancelled today!
Thu Nov 09 01:29pmTRM Whānau hui on tomorrow
Tue Nov 07 11:01amA reminder that Te Rōpu Manaaki whānau hui is on tomorrow night from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. in the Hall.
The purpose of the hui is to introduce the Manu Toa Competition happening in Week 8 and sharing any whānau reo homework
AgriKids 2024
Thu Oct 26 11:54amAgriKids 2024! AgriKidsNZ is an outdoor team based challenge for Y5 and Y6 tamariki, and will be taking place in Mosgiel on 10th February 2024. Children who participate will need to work together to complete a range of practical modules based on the food and farming sector.
Tamariki from all backgrounds can participate in the competition (you don’t need to live on a farm, be able to drive a tractor or be an expert sheep shearer!). It’s a way for children to get outside and get active with their friends.
If your child might be interested or if you would like more info please contact Matua Ed at ed@nevn.school.nz asap.
Parent Help at Swimming
Wed Oct 25 10:17amThank you to all the parents who have volunteered to help with swimming. JC Swim school have said it is fantastic to have so many enthusiastic volunteers but asked if you could please stay outside the pool area when lessons are on as it is just too noisy and distracting making it hard for them to teach.
Perhaps take the time to go for a walk or grab a coffee before coming back to help with getting dressed.
Many thanks
Swimming starts tomorrow. Please remember togs, towel and goggles. Timetable attached.
Tue Oct 24 11:24am
The swimming block will be taught by the JC Swim School at the DNI pool.
Children need to bring togs, towel, goggles and swimming cap (if they have one), to school each day. If your child is unable to swim for any reason, please send a note to the classroom teacher. All children are expected to attend sessions, as swimming is part of the curriculum.
Parent help would be very much appreciated, particularly with the junior and middle children to help with drying and dressing quickly afterwards in readiness for catching the bus. Offers of parent help can be made to your child’s teacher.
The senior children will be walking to and from the pool so parent help would be most appreciated for this also.
Touch Draw for today – note correction on Manu Taiko is 4:15! Sorry
Thu Oct 19 12:59pmManu Taki v Abbotsford 3:45 Field 6B
Manu Pirere v MHS Cobras 3:45 Field 9A
Man Rere v MacBat Broncos 4:15 Field 6
Manu Taiko v St Clair Totara 4:15 Field 10
No school tomorrow. Long weekend!
Thu Oct 19 11:36amA reminder tomorrow is a teacher only day and Monday is Labour Day. Enjoy your long weekend.
Hwy going North out of Dunedin closed due to accident till at least 4pm!
Fri Oct 13 01:46pmPlease note traffic is being redirected down North Rd past school and will cause some delays until at least 4pm.
Reminder – Supporting Young People To Be Safer Online Join us for a free presentation & discussion for Parents & Whānau Tonight at 5:30 pm.
Tue Oct 10 05:00pmReminder Netsafe Presentation tomorrow night 5:30 in upstairs C Block at NEVN School
Mon Oct 09 03:30pmSupporting Young People To Be Safer Online
Join us for a free presentation & discussion for Parents & Whānau
10th October 2023 at 5:30pm
Upstairs in C Block, North East Valley Normal School, Dunedin
Netsafe’s Education Advisor will talk about the risks, challenges and opportunities of digital technology, and the practical ways we can help young people to be safe online.
There will be plenty of time to answer your questions.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Contact the school office for more information
Lost and Found property will be in the Library for collection today if you can have a look around 3:00! Thanks and enjoy the holidays!
Fri Sep 22 12:25pmSchool Phone is currently down! Please call the cell number if you need to contact the school. 027 638 6227 Sorry for the inconvenience.
Fri Sep 22 11:41amFutsal Registration
Tue Sep 19 10:37amRegistrations for Futsal close this Wednesday at 6pm. Please fill out the google form by then.
We rely on parent support to manage these teams. This simply means helping children subbing on and off the court, handing out a player of the day certificate and emailing your team about game times each week. Practices are entirely optional.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaVElsh3TJgk8Qsd1MVldc8cj_hb5Qr8HmdxbZEfKU-bOA8Q/viewform
Book Character Day – TOMORROW
Mon Sep 18 04:02pmWe can’t wait to see you tomorrow, if you want to contribute to the Variety Appeal to purchase more warm beds for children across New Zealand, then please bring a gold coin.
There are spot prizes given out tomorrow and a book character parade starting at 11:10 a.m.
Reminder PTA meeting tonight Sept 14 starting at 7pm at the main office. All welcome!!
Thu Sep 14 04:12pmPolyfest Performance today at the Edgar Centre
Tue Sep 12 11:36amLive stream Link – https://livestream.com/accounts/15197514/otagopolyfest2023
Ngā manu e wheko peformance – 12:30 p.m.
Senior Syndicate performance – 1:15 p.m.
The bus leaves the Edgar Centre at 2:15 p.m.