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 2026
Term 1: Mon 2nd Feb - Thu 2nd April
Term 2: Mon 20th April - Fri 3rd July
Term 3: Mon 20th July - Fri 25th Sept
Term 4: Mon 12th Oct - Tues 15th 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
NO NETBALL TODAY
Tue Aug 04 10:06amAs per our Dunedin Netball weather policy, as primary schools have been closed today, Dunedin Netball have cancelled all primary netball games at the Edgar Centre.
Look forward to seeing everyone at the final fun day next Tuesday 11 August, which will be the last day of primary netball for the season.
SCHOOL CLOSED TODAY
Tue Aug 04 10:05amWinter Wonderland Dance
Mon Aug 03 07:18pmA reminder that the Winter Dance is on this Wednesday! Buy your tickets here:
The PTA Firewood Raffle will be drawn this Friday at 8pm, this is your last chance to snatch up the few remaining tickets!
Wed Jun 10 11:31am
Newsletters
- 2-Minute Tuesdays – How Our Children’s Strengths Become Online Weaknesses
- Term 3 Week 5
- 2-Minute Tuesdays – Sometimes I Suck as a Parent! Here’s What I’ve Learned Along the Way
- Ooshie Trading Club
- Term 3 Week 4
- 2-Minute Tuesdays – Gaming Without the Parental Guilt
- Term 3 Week 3
- 2-Minute Tuesdays – The One Trick That Gets Kids to Tidy Up —No More Nagging!
- SCHOOL CLOSED
- Late start