Loburn School 73 Hodgsons Road, Loburn North, Canterbury 7472

Welcome to Loburn School, located at 73 Hodgsons Road, Loburn North in New Zealand. Our institution is a point of interest and a school, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for students. Our motto, "Ka Aro Mauka, he taero, he wero. Engari, Ka wherea!" translates to "We will face many obstacles and challenges in life, but they can be overcome!" This reflects our commitment to helping students overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

As we begin a new school year, we extend a special welcome to all the students, families, and staff who are joining our school for the first time. At Loburn School, we have a clear vision of growing confident, responsible, and engaged learners. Our focus on the values of Whakaute (Respect), Manaakitanga (Service), and Mahitahi (Participation) ensures that our students are challenged and encouraged to be the best they can be.

For those new to our school, we warmly welcome your child, family, and whanau to our school community. We invite you to explore our website to learn more about the curriculum programs we offer and the aspects of learning that we value.

One aspect we take great pride in is being a Green-Gold Enviroschool. We are committed to teaching our students the importance of sustainability and caring for the environment. We would like to express our gratitude to everyone who has supported us on this journey.

For your convenience, here are the term dates for the upcoming year:

- Term Three: Monday 17 July to Friday 22 September

- Term Four: Monday 9 October to Friday 15 December

In addition, please note the following statutory holidays for 2023:

- Term Two: ANZAC Day on Tuesday 25 April and King's Birthday on Monday 5 June

- Term Three: No statutory holidays

- Term Four: Labour Day on Monday 23 October and Canterbury Anniversary Day on Friday 17 November

Once again, we welcome you to Loburn School. We look forward to working together to create a positive and enriching educational experience for every student.