There are lots of bugs around at the moment around our school and community, including COVID-19.
Please ensure your child stays at home if they are feeling sick, or have any cold/flu symptoms, including fevers or other infectious symptoms such as gastroenteritis (stomach bug).
Please refer to the link below for guidelines to help you determine when a child should stay home from school due to illness. These guidelines provide practical advice for a wide range of health concerns - including clear information for parents/caregivers supporting students with anxiety.
If your child is unwell, if you can please notify the school of the absence, that would be fabulous.
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STAR - Stepped Attendance Response
Absences and Attendance
2026
First date of term 1 2026 - 9th February 2026.
A vision has been shared for Canvastown School 2026
· promote and continue to develop a thriving and inclusive school
support roll growth
After thorough discussions, careful consideration of community feedback, and a comprehensive review of our financial standing, the board has reached a unanimous decision that we believe will best serve our school community.
We are pleased to share that we will be opening a third learning space for our Year 7 and 8 cohort. This initiative supports the implementation of a three-phase classroom system for our junior, middle, and senior students starting next year.
Canvastown response to treaty requirements in schools
At Canvastown School, we are deeply committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in everything we do. We believe that fostering genuine partnerships, participation, and protection is essential for creating an inclusive, respectful, and vibrant learning environment for all our students, whānau, and the wider community.
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Wizard Waste LTD
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Waimea Contract Carriers Ltd
Ankit Sharma -Arizto Real Estate
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10 Jun 2026
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