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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PTA reminder – Father’s Day Morning – Friday 5 September
PTA reminder – Father’s Day Morning – Friday 5 September Celebrating all the special men in our school community. 8:00–9:00am under the Junior Canopy. Come along for a hot drink, something tasty to eat, and a relaxed opportunity to catch up with others in our school community. Please note: food and drinks will be provided for fathers … Read morePTA reminder – Father’s Day Morning – Friday 5 September
PTA – Botany Brief – 3 September 2025
Please find attached the Botany Brief from our PTA. Kind regards BDS PTA Newsletter September 2025.pdf
PTA message – Reminder tomorrow Friday 5th September is a no uniform day.
PTA message – Reminder tomorrow Friday 5th September is a no uniform day. Come dressed in your own clothes and pay $2 on kindo or to your class teacher. Thank you for your support!
Newsletter – Week 8, Term 3 2025
Week 8, Term 3, 2025 Kia ora koutou Parents and BDS Whānau, Thank you to all our whānau who took the time to complete our recent survey. We are really pleased with the results and … Read moreNewsletter – Week 8, Term 3 2025
Reminder: Daffodil Day Friday 29 August – Gold coin donation
Daffodil Day Friday 29 August Friday is Daffodil Day. The House Leaders will be selling daffodil stickers before school outside the hall. Please bring a gold coin to support this very worthwhile cause. Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s most important fundraiser. The money raised is used to support patients with cancer and their families.
Newsletter – Week 7,Term 3 2025
Week 7, Term 3, 2025 Kia ora koutou Parents and BDS Whānau, We are excited to share that our stunning new junior playground is now open. A huge thank you goes to our fabulous PTA, … Read moreNewsletter – Week 7,Term 3 2025
Newsletter – Week 6, Term 3 2025
Week 6, Term 3, 2025 Kia ora koutou Parents and BDS Whānau, Congratulations to our tamariki for their amazing performance at the HPPA (Howick Pakuranga Principals’ Association) Gymnastics Competition. A big thank you to Miss … Read moreNewsletter – Week 6, Term 3 2025
Arts Evening – Thursday 18 September 2025 – 5.00 pm – 7.00 pm
Information regarding: Arts Evening – Thursday 18 September 2025 – 5.00 pm – 7.00 pm Arts Evening 2025.pdf
Reminder: Jesters Pies – Wednesday 20 August – Order and pay via Kindo by 11am 19 August.
Jesters Pies – Wednesday 20 August – Order and pay via Kindo by 11am 19 August. Order and pay via Kindo by 11am 19 August. Thank you for your support
PTA reminder: Bake sale at morning tea time Monday 18th August.
PTA reminder: Bake sale at morning tea time Monday 18th August. Each item will be $1 – please give cash to your child’s teacher in the morning. Thanks for your support!
