School is now closed for 2025. We will reopen on Wednesday 4th February 2026. During the holidays the office will be open for new enrolments from 9.00am until 12.00pm on 29 January 2026 & 30 January 2026. Or please email office@botanydowns.school.nz for an appointment or enrolment pack.
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Reminder – Fruju Friday starts today outside the staffroom – $2 Regular Ice block or $1 Mini Ice block
Reminder – Fruju Friday starts today outside the staffroom – $2 Regular Ice block or $1 Mini Ice block
Newsletter – Week 1, Term 4 2025
Week 1, Term 4, 2025 Kia ora koutou Parents and BDS Whānau, We hope you all enjoyed a restful and refreshing break. A very warm welcome to the new families who have joined our Botany … Read moreNewsletter – Week 1, Term 4 2025
50th Jubilee Information – 30-31 October 2025
Please find attached information regarding our school 50th Jubilee. 50th details.jpg
Come and celebrate with us this Thursday 18/9 at our Arts Evening! Enjoy stunning outdoor art displays, delicious food stalls, and a range of amazing performances from our talented tamariki. If the rain makes an appearance, just bring along your umbrella and enjoy our Visual Arts Evening in true BDS style! We can’t wait to see … Read more
Newsletter – Week 10, Term 3 2025
Week 10, Term 3, 2025 Kia ora koutou Parents and BDS Whānau, What a fabulous disco we had on Friday night. A huge thank you to our wonderful PTA (Parents and Teachers Association) for organising … Read moreNewsletter – Week 10, Term 3 2025
Disco Tickets are available today from the boardroom in the office – 8.30 am till 9.00 am and 2.45 pm -3.30 pm
Disco Tickets are available today from the boardroom in the office – 8.30 am till 9.00 am and 2.45 pm -3.30 pm
Newsletter – Week 9, Term 3 2025
Week 9, Term 3, 2025 Kia ora koutou Parents and BDS Whānau, At the start of Term 4, we are delighted to welcome back Eve Carson from maternity leave. She will be teaching in Room … Read moreNewsletter – Week 9, Term 3 2025
Jesters Pie Day – 10 September – Orders to be place by 11.00 am Tuesday 9 September
Jesters Pies – Wednesday 10 SeptemberOrder and pay via Kindo by 11am Tuesday 9 September
REMINDER – Disco Tickets/Vouchers
REMINDER – Disco Tickets/Vouchers Please note Disco tickets & voucher sales close on Kindo at 5pm today. After this time the ticket price will be $7 and available for sale alongside vouchers at the office before & after school. Door sales will also be available on the night.
