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The parent, caregiver, and teacher community got stuck in today to build, repair, maintain, and sort out the play areas for our kindy tamariki. It was a good morning’s work!
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Class 8’s Main Lesson Presentation included a presentation of dance styles with African-American origins. Incredible moves!
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Class 9 went to Auckland Writers Festival and came away inspired! @aklwritersfest

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To finish off their Pottery Course this year, Class 8 did some raku firing and produced some beautiful work!

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Autumn is in full swing here at Michael Park!
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Our parent education programme gives adults the opportunity to experience some of the crafts our tamariki enjoy in their learning. Whether you’re new to handwork or just want to reconnect, this is a chance to learn, create, and connect.

All are welcome, whether you are currently Michael Park whānau or interested in what Steiner education has to offer. No experience needed, but spaces are limited!

HANDWORK with Michelle Mullany
SATURDAY, 9th May 2026
WORKSHOP ONE: Needle Felting. Come and learn the creative, fun craft of needle felting basics. We will craft some Matariki stars and other nature table favourites. 9.00am – 12.30pm
WORKSHOP TWO: Crochet basics and beyond. An afternoon improving your crochet techniques or learning it for the first time. 1.00 – 4.30

Venue: Handwork Room, Michael Park School
Cost: $20.00 per workshop*
RSVP: To register for our parent workshops, please email Haidee in the school office by 7th May: [email protected]
*Please note that your place is not confirmed until payment is received.

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𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞
Visit us on Wednesday 18th March, 2026
Talk & tour 9.30am – School classes 1-12
Talk & tour 3.30pm – Kindergarten & school classes 1-12
55 Amy Street, Ellerslie.
For further information, visit our website or contact our enrolment officer on 579 3083.
www.michaelpark.school.nz/open-days

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𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞
Visit us on Wednesday 18th February, 2026
Talk & tour 9.30am – School classes 1-12
Talk & tour 3.30pm – Kindergarten & school classes 1-12
55 Amy Street, Ellerslie.
For further information, visit our website or contact our enrolment officer on 579 3083.
www.michaelpark.school.nz/open-days

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A very warm welcome to all our students and whānau as we begin the 2026 school year – especially to the new families joining our community. Nau mai, haere mai 💛

Today’s fire drill turned into a rather special moment, giving us the perfect opportunity to gather together and sing Happy Birthday to ourselves… yes, Michael Park School & Kindergarten turns 47 years old today!

#SteinerEducation #WaldorfEducation #MichaelParkSchool

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As 2025 draws to a close, we leave you with this special legacy project from our Class 12 graduates. 🌿
A gorgeous mural now brightens the high school quad – a lasting gift that reflects creativity, collaboration and care for the spaces we share.
We wish all our students and whānau a joyful, restful summer break. We look forward to welcoming you back in 2026.
#SteinerEducation #WaldorfEducation #MichaelParkSchool

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