Enrol
Enrolment Procedures
The Principal, Mrs. Kathryn Hira would be thrilled to talk to you about enrolling your child at St Mary's Avondale. She is more than happy to show you around and discuss any questions that you may have about the school. Prior to visiting, please phone the school (09) 828-5599 and arrange an appointment for you and your child.
As St Mary's Avondale there is a legal requirement that a preference of enrolment form is completed. This is done by simply contacting the school's Parish Priest, Father Peter Tipene who will meet and help you to complete this task.
Enrolment Checklist
Make sure you have the following documents:
Proof of date of Birth (NZ birth certificate or NZ passport) if foreign passport, photocopy the front page and the page with evidence with immigration status
Readiness for School
It would be helpful if your child could master some or all of these skills before starting school.
can follow simple instructions
can recognize/write his/her own name in lower case letters
can manage scissors and crayons
can hold a pencil correctly
has some alphabet knowledge and experience with books
can initiate some conversation e.g. even ‘good morning’
can handle morning tea and lunch items independently
can pack and unpack his/her bags
can express him/herself clearly
can sit down for a short time and listen
is responsible for own personal items
can manage the toilet unassisted
has basic manners – please/thank you etc.
can manage own clothes and shoes
SMA Enrolment Policy 2020.pdfADUES Parent Responsibilties Web Site Information.docxAttendance Dues Parent Responsibilties Tongan.docxAttendance Dues Responsibilities Samoan.docxSt. Mary's Avondale Parish
Office Hours:
Tuesday - Friday 11am - 2pm
📞 09 828 9309
📠 09 828 9209
📧 office@avondalecatholic.org.nz
Parish Priest:
Fr. Peter Tipene