Jennifer Ioannou
Principal
Kia ora koutou katoa
We are a Catholic multicultural school in the centre of Johnsonville. We believe that every child is unique and that all children bring gifts and talents that shape who they are and enable them to reach their potential.
We have a very collaborative and caring staff who work together to ensure that our children get the very best educational programmes and opportunities.
We value the partnership with parents and caregivers and encourage them to contribute to the growth of the school.
We have a passion for maths and science, and are particularly strong in environmental science where children are given lots of opportunity to grow their understanding about the world around them in practical ways.
We offer a range of music, cultural, leadership and sporting activities. All of this is underpinned by our Catholic Character which teaches children to respect, forgive and show kindness in their words and actions.
Our vision “to learn together with strength of character and gentleness of heart” helps us grow children who are future focused, kind-hearted and lifelong learners.
We warmly invite you to contact us to find out more, or to arrange a visit to experience St Brigid’s School. We look forward to meeting you.
Jennifer Ioannou, Principal
We aim to provide a high quality education for our students within a caring and respectful environment.
We strongly believe that:
Every child can and will achieve.
All children are entitled to high-quality education and a balanced curriculum.
Collectively and individually we can make a difference to children’s learning.
We are an integrated Catholic full primary school for students who live in the Northern suburbs.
We have a close association with the St Francis of Assisi Parish.
Our school crest is a modern logo recently designed from the symbol of the cross of the Brigidine Sisters who have been connected with our school since its inception in 1929 and its rebuilding in 1988. As such, the school is proud of its rich history and constantly seeks to further enhance its Catholic character.
The Meaning behind our Crest
The flame is a symbol often associated with Brigid and is one of the central images in our Brigidine tradition.
Brigid’s sacred fire was kept alight in Kildare for hundreds of years, until it was finally extinguished about the time of the reformation.
Her flame transcends all beliefs, cultures and traditions. It spreads out across the world inspiring us with its warmth and light, challenging us to become more than we have ever been before.
Brigid has given us her flame to light the way before us; to strengthen and guide us on our journeys and to be a beacon of hope for the future.
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TERM DATES
2023
Term Four
Monday 9 October – Friday 15 December – school finishes 1pm
Term One:
1st & 2nd February – Whānau Conferences
5th February – First day of school / Mihi Whakatau
6th February – Waitangi Day
Friday 8th March – Staff Only Day 1
29th March – Good Friday
1st April and 2nd April, Easter Holiday (No School)
12th April Last day of Term 1
Term Two:
29th April – First day of Term 2
3rd June – King’s Birthday
4th June – Staff Only Day 2 (Tuesday) Kāhui Ako
28th June Matariki
5th July – Last day of Term 2
Term Three:
22nd July – First Day of Term 3
27th September – Last Day of Term 3
Term Four:
14th October – First Day of Term 4
Friday 25th October – Staff Only Day 3
28th October – Labour Day
18th December – Last Day of School