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Waihola District School is a full primary school (Yr 1-8) with generous, attractive learning spaces, inside and out. Nestled among native trees, it overlooks generous grounds, the lake and gentle rolling hills.
Waihola is located on the edge of the Taieri Plains, not far from Sinclair Wetlands. The school has a long history, dating back to 1859, one of the first schools in Otago.
Recently redesigned, our learning spaces, including two classrooms, a hall, library & central learning hub, allow greater collaboration & connection across the school. Environmental Education and Education for Sustainability are important parts of our school. Our outdoor education areas include raised vegetable gardens, a shade house, tunnel house and native garden.
Our committed, capable staff are supported by an interested and active community. Well-resourced, the school supports all children to "work and learn together to be the best that they can be".
Our school resources are well-used by the local community. Waihola District School provides a meeting place where all may be inspired and supported to become life-long learners.
2 Apr 2026
Flyer for Football Registration- Balclutha.
Kia ora e te whanaū,
Clutha community events calendar for April 2026.
Louise
Kia ora e te whanau,
Time to get ready for another netball season!
We have been invited to join Outram School in their netball programme.
The link to register for the season, along with information about a netball day for those interested in the game or keen to learn some new skills is in an email in your inbox now!
Ngā mihi nui,
Louise Crowl
Kia Ora Schools,
I hope you're all doing well.
We are excited to announce the upcoming Balclutha School Futsal Program. Below are the key details and the booking information for the 6-week program that takes place on a Tuesday afternoon:
Program Dates
Start Date: Tuesday, 4th August 2026
End Date: Tuesday, 8th September 2026
Venue: Cross Recreation Centre, Balclutha
Game Times: 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Cost per team: $50 per team
School Delivery Sessions, Booking Days & Times
Sessions will be available on the following days and times. Please respond with your preferred day and time, and we will confirm your booking, we may be able to attend a Monday or Wednesday if it is for the morning and finishing by 1pm, so please reach out if needed.
June (9:00 AM - 2:45 PM):
Tuesday: 16th, 23rd
Thursday: 18th, 25th
Friday: 19th, 26th
July (9:00 AM - 2:45 PM):
Tuesday: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
Thursday: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Friday: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Program Structure
We can deliver to 2 classes per session, as we will have 2 coaches. Below is an example of how sessions will be structured:
Example Schedule:
Session One (Juniors)
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM (45 mins)
Participants: 33
Age Group: Year 1-3 (5 to 8 years old)
Session Two (Seniors)
Time: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM (45 mins)
Participants: 42
Age Group: Year 4-8 (9 to 13 years old)
Session Plan:
10 mins – Ball Skills
10 mins – Fun-based Skills Game
25 mins – Futsal Games
Even-sided futsal games are where students use the skills they've learned.
To book your school delivery, please email kris@southernfootball.co.nz
We look forward to hearing from you, and cannot wait to see everyone enjoying futsal at the recreation centre again this year.
Kia ora e te whānau,
Please find attached our latest school newsletter. There is one week left of term and its a short one at that.
Attached is also a in depth description of the Stepped Attendance Response required by the Ministry.
Have a relaxing weekend and enjoy.
Ngā mihi nui,
Louise Crowl
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