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
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
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.
PTA Move-a-thon
Mon Aug 28 12:18pmKia ora koutou,
With all the hype going into the dance party last week, the move-a-thon may have been slightly forgotten about!
No worries!
We will give you this week to see if you can finish the whole move-it bingo card and gather some donations for our great school!
Thank you!
Winter Dance Party News!!!
Fri Aug 25 10:36amJust a few reminders about tonight
– Winter dance party tonight! – Juniors at 5.30pm, Seniors at 6.40pm
– Wear something white to shine with the UV!
– Please write contact details on your tamariki’s entry wristband before arriving.
– Tamariki need to be picked up from the hall, no one can leave the building without a caregiver.
– Helpers arrive 5 mins before the session (they have been texted as well).
Milo with Sport Otago and Scout tomorrow morning
Wed Aug 23 02:21pmTomorrow morning Sport Otago and Scout the mascot will be making free milo’s for all the students that are active on their way to school between 8:30-9 am, so come along and enjoy! Bring along your travel mug and have a milo with them!
Reminder last day for Dance party forms and payments to the office by end of day. Also a big thanks to all parents that can help!
Wed Aug 23 01:11pmNEVNS Winter Dance Party this Friday August 25
Mon Aug 21 03:31pmReminder the NEVNS Winter Dance Party is this Friday August 25th. Permissions slips and payments are to be made/returned by Wednesday August 23rd
Junior/Middle Syndicate 5:30-6:30
Senior Syndicate 6:40-8:00pm
Ticket price is $5 per child (all-inclusive – no extra cash needed on the night)
(includes: entry, 1 glow bracelet, 1 finger light, 1 popsicle & water)
Children will be given a wristband at school on Friday, 25th of August. Parents -Write a contact phone number for the night on this band!
Choose between online form & online payment or paper form & cash payment (no EFTPOS)
Online Form: https://tinyurl.com/nevnsdance2023
Online payment can be made to:
NEVNS PTA – Westpac 03-1726-0014449-00. Particulars: Dance Code: Class Ref: Child’s full name
Paper Order Forms – please fill in all details, and return the permission slip with cash payment in an envelope to the office.
Wacky Hat Day tomorrow
Tue Aug 15 06:27pm
Netsafe Presentation Postponed
Tue Aug 15 03:09pmPlease disregard the information in the newsletter regarding the Netsafe Presentation. It has been postponed until the presenter can finalize travel arrangements
Netsafe Presentation Postponed! PTA meeting going ahead at 7pm in the staffroom.
Thu Aug 10 03:17pm
Netsafe Presentation Postponed! Unfortunately, due to the weather conditions, the Netsafe event has been postponed until next Thursday the 17th Aug.
The PTA meeting is still going ahead tonight at 7pm.
10 am Late start – please take care on the roads this morning.
Thu Aug 10 08:18amHockey cancelled
Wed Aug 09 01:34pmAll Funsticks, Mini Sticks and Kiwi Sticks games at all turfs are cancelled this afternoon!!
Hockey Cancelled
Wed Aug 02 02:16pmAll Funsticks, Mini Sticks and Kiwi Sticks games at all turfs are cancelled this afternoon!!
Netsafe Presentation: Supporting Young People To Be Safer Online
Mon Jul 31 01:12pmJoin us for a free presentation & discussion for Parents & Whānau
10-August-2023 at 6pm
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!
Lost Property
Thu Jul 27 01:57pmLost Property is laid out in S2 today and tomorrow for you to look at and take home anything that belongs to your child. Anything not collected will be donated.
It is really helpful if you name your child’s belongings ie:lunchbox, clothing etc
Parent teacher interview bookings close TOMORROW – Wednesday 12pm. Book now!
Tue Jul 25 06:52pmDear Whānau
Parent-teacher conversations are taking place on Monday July 31st, Tuesday 1st August and Wednesday 2nd of August for most classes. TRM will also take place on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th August due to the large number of tamariki in their class. Unlike the three-way conference, this is just for the teacher and parent or caregiver.
Bookings will need to be made online. The bookings will open on Tuesday 18th July at 9am and close on Wednesday 26th July at 12pm. If you do not have access to the internet you can contact your child’s teacher or myself to do this for you.
To book your interviews you will need to type https://parentinterviews.co.nz into the address bar. Once you are on the site, click ‘book your interviews’ and it will ask for a code, which is F7NAFHCH. When booking for Te Rōpū Manaaki, please use the code D78BLV7P.
After this, follow the prompts to book your interview time.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if there are any issues. You can contact me by phoning the school office or by email andrea@nevn.school.nz
Thank you
Andrea Thorburn
MUDDY CLOTHES – With the current wet weather we recommend packing a spare pair of clothes for your child in case of slips/falls.
Mon Jul 24 03:12pmPTA Pea Straw Fundraiser PRICE REDUCED
Mon Jul 24 02:43pmPea Straw is still available at the reduced price of only $11 per bale.
Pick up is 2-3pm Sunday at the Mens’ shed, Bonnington Street
Order now using the link
Parent teacher interview bookings close on Wednesday – BOOK NOW!
Sun Jul 23 05:56pmDear Whānau
Parent-teacher conversations are taking place on Monday July 31st, Tuesday 1st August and Wednesday 2nd of August for most classes. TRM will also take place on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th August due to the large number of tamariki in their class. Unlike the three-way conference, this is just for the teacher and parent or caregiver.
Bookings will need to be made online. The bookings will open on Tuesday 18th July at 9am and close on Wednesday 26th July at 12pm. If you do not have access to the internet you can contact your child’s teacher or myself to do this for you.
To book your interviews you will need to type https://parentinterviews.co.nz into the address bar. Once you are on the site, click ‘book your interviews’ and it will ask for a code, which is F7NAFHCH. When booking for Te Rōpū Manaaki, please use the code D78BLV7P.
After this, follow the prompts to book your interview time.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if there are any issues. You can contact me by phoning the school office or by email andrea@nevn.school.nz
Thank you
Andrea Thorburn
PTA meeting tonight at 7pm Valley Project meeting room All welcome!
Thu Jul 20 02:37pmThunder Netball no game
Tue Jul 18 11:25amUnfortunately, the thunder netball team has been defaulted to so there will be no game for them today.
Parent Interviews
Mon Jul 17 10:36amDear Whānau
Parent-teacher conversations are taking place on Monday July 31st, Tuesday 1st August and Wednesday 2nd of August for most classes. TRM will also take place on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th August due to the large number of tamariki in their class. Unlike the three-way conference, this is just for the teacher and parent or caregiver.
Bookings will need to be made online. The bookings will open on Tuesday 18th July at 9am and close on Wednesday 26th July at 4pm. If you do not have access to the internet you can contact your child’s teacher or myself to do this for you.
To book your interviews you will need to type https://parentinterviews.co.nz into the address bar. Once you are on the site, click ‘book your interviews’ and it will ask for a code, which is F7NAFHCH. When booking for Te Rōpū Manaaki, please use the code D78BLV7P.
After this, follow the prompts to book your interview time.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if there are any issues. You can contact me by phoning the school office or by email andrea@nevn.school.nz
Thank you
Andrea Thorburn