School Information
SCHOOL YEAR
The school year is divided into four school terms, generally 10 weeks long. There are minor variations in dates of holidays and terms from year to year.
SCHOOL HOURS
08.40am First bell rings – children to class
08.50am Second bell rings - children in class ready for day to begin
10.30am Morning Interval
10.50am Morning Interval ends
12.30pm Lunch Hour begins
01.30pm Lunch Hour ends
02.55pm School day ends
It is important for children to be at school before the first bell to prepare for the day and talk with their teacher and fellow classmates.
SCHOOL TERM DATES 2026
Term 1 - Tuesday 4 February to Thursday 2 April
Term 2 - Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July
Term 3 - Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September
Term 4 - Monday 12 October to Wednesday 16 December
Our teacher only days this year are:
Friday 29 May
Friday 23 October
Teaching and Learning Syndicates
The School is divided into four syndicates. As we move through our years at Muritai School our children evolve like our local native birds. Each bird moves from the beach to the bush through our special turangawaewae.
Kororā
Year 1 and 2
Our Little Blue Penguin, moving around, in and out of places, they are very social. They are the smallest and closet to the beach. They are just beginning their learning journey.
Tūī
Year 3 and 4
Our loud and active Parson bird, darts quickly in and out of our native trees along the flats of Eastbourne. They are learning to find their way and explore who they are.
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Kererū
Year 5 and 6
Our fast growing Wood Pigeon, swoops around the lower parts of our bush, bursting with energy, ready to explore.
Kāhu
Year 7 and 8
Our loud and proud Swamp Harrier. Gliding high about the bush, setting its eyes beyond the horizon ready to take flight and impact the world with our living and learning values and being their best.
Audited Financial Statements 2025
Attendance Management Plan
