Today we said farewell to one of our staff, Jagroop Kaur as she begins her maternity leave. 

The staff celebrated Jagroop and her new addition earlier in the month with a baby shower at the Lumberjack and again today with a morning tea. Thank you for all you have done for our students Jagroop, please go home and put your feet up while you can. We will wait with excitement and anticipation of your news!

Our School's Video

August 17, 2020

Thank you to everyone who has been involved in the making of our video, not least Hayden from Blacklabel Photography. The…

Face Masks

August 16, 2020

At The Catlins Area School, families may choose for their child to wear a face mask during the school day or on school transport.…

School Parking Options

August 13, 2020

Thank you to everyone patiently waiting for feedback on parking whilst we await our driveway resurfacing. Seeking clarity…

Sports News - 7th August 2020

August 7, 2020

Netball, TCAS Sports Hoodies, Touch, Hockey and School Photos...

Stay at home if you're sick!

August 6, 2020

A reminder that we are still at Alert Level 1 and staying at home if you’re sick is still the best thing you can do to stop…

Kaitiakitanga Owaka

August 6, 2020

After a few weeks back at school post-lockdown, the normal rhythm and flow of the days returned, sports slowly began returning,…

Online Library Blog

August 5, 2020

Go to the library blog to browse our whole catalogue of over 8000 books!!!

Zespri Young and Healthy Virtual Adventure

August 5, 2020

In Term 4, Room 3, 19 & Year 7 are participating in the Zespri Young and Healthy Virtual Adventure that runs for 6 weeks.

School Ski Trip

August 5, 2020

As a few people have been asking about a ski trip this year, we have been in contact with Cardrona and have pencilled in…

A parent’s guide to TikTok

August 4, 2020

If your child has been significantly more ‘dancy’ recently, then it probably has something to do with TikTok.

Room 1 and Jack & the Beanstalk

August 4, 2020

Room One has been learning about plants this term. We had an exciting arrival when Jack from 'Jack and the Beanstalk' left…

Property Update from The Board of Trustees

July 24, 2020

Please read for an update regarding our ongoing work to the school property, including the driveway, gym and boiler...

Sports News - 24th July 2020

July 23, 2020

Cross Country, Netball, Area Schools Tournament and TCAS Hoodies...

How to talk about Social Media

July 22, 2020

Social media is a great thing to talk about with our kids, especially as they approach the age where they might be wanting…

Understanding NCEA

July 20, 2020

Our Year 10 students have begun the process of learning about NCEA. On Monday, they attended a brief seminar with Mrs Staniford…

Policy Review - Term 3 2020

July 20, 2020

The Board of Trustees are reviewing the following Policies in Term 3, 2020...

Lucky Book Club Issue 5

July 19, 2020

Issue 5 of Lucky Book Club for 2020 is now available. Order online at www.scholastic.co.nz/parents/lucky-book-club or through…

TCAS Cross Country 2020

July 6, 2020

Read about the 2020 instalment of the TCAS Cross Country...

End of Term 2 Assembly

July 3, 2020

Congratulations to all the students who have been awarded TCAS way acknowledgements during the Term 1 and 2 period - over…

Life Education Bus

July 3, 2020

Pip, Harold and the Life Education bus are returning to The Catlins Area School in Term 3, commencing 29th July.