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Transition from Early Childhood Centres to St James' Whakaruru Hau, our Sheltering Place, begins with our SUPER Start Transition to School Programme.

“SUPER START” Transition to School Programme

Give your child a ‘Super Start’ To St James’ Catholic School.

Where? St James’ School Library (behind Administration building)

When? Tuesday afternoons 1.45pm-2.45pm

Teacher? Tracey Gunn, Gabrielle Barnett or Judie Keane will run this programme. Other staff may be involved from time to time.

Adult involvement? All children must be accompanied by an adult (preferably a parent).

Other pre-schoolers? We would prefer have pre-schoolers don’t attend as it can be distracting for everyone.

Attendance? We feel that maximum benefits will be gained by regular attendance over several weeks although attendance is not compulsory.

Is there a cost? No.

What happens next? Once you have been registered for “SUPER Start” please just join us on your first day at 1.45pm in our Library. For safety purposes, please sign in when you arrive at the Library. You do not need to sign in at the School Office.

We look forward to meeting you and your child. We will all be happy to help you.


Teresa Edwards (Principal), Gabrielle Barnett (Junior Team Leader / New Entrant Teacher), Tracey Gunn (New Entrant Teacher), Judie Keane (New Entrant Teacher).