Enrolments for Term 1 2027

Enrolments for Term 1, 2027

'Pūmanawa ai ki te ara pai'
'Sowing seeds of possibility on a pathway to potential'

Are you looking for a school for your child where relationships are at the heart of learning, catering for Yr 0–8 Learners? Then we may have the ‘point of difference’ you are looking for in our smaller, semi-rural learning environment.

Longburn School is now welcoming applications for Term 1, 2027!
Give your child a taste of life at Longburn School and watch them thrive.

Why Choose Longburn?
Relationships & Hauora (Student Wellbeing): We foster a supportive environment with relationships at the heart of our school, supported by our schoolwide "Pause, Breathe, Smile" mindfulness program, Restorative and PB4L Practices, within small class sizes.
Empowering Students (Tuakana/Teina Model): Growing student confidence through leadership opportunities, including The Student Leadership Team, The Green Team, and The Dr. DoLittle Team.
Learner Agency & The 'Learning Pit': Yr 0–3 learners participate in 'Active Learning through Play', while Yr 4–8 learners focus on Global Goal and hands-on inquiries alongside structured learning in Literacy, Numeracy, and our Local Curriculum.
ENVIRO School: Hands-on learning with nature by caring for school chooks, aviary birds, and guinea pigs, exploring our dedicated Nature Reserve, and growing plants for harvest.
Rich Co-Curricular Programs:Karere te Uru Manawa: Our 'non-academic' passport supporting learner agency through community service and personal achievement.
Children’s University: Specialized learning experiences for Yr 6–8 learners.
Bikes in Schools Programme: We provide bikes, helmets, tracks, and learning.
Robotics and digital technology opportunities.
 
Enrolment & Application Timeframes (Term 1, 2027)
Out-of-Zone Places Available: 30 places
Applications Close: Tuesday 8 September 2026
Ballots Held (if required): Wednesday 9 September 2026
Parents Advised: Friday 11 September 2026
 
Join the Whānau Today!
Longburn School
4a Carey Street, Longburn, Palmerston North
www.longburn.school.nz

Developing — Respectful, Responsible, Positive Learners