Start of Term 4 Bulletin
16 October 2026
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We warmly welcome everyone back for Term 4.
As we look ahead to a busy and exciting end to the year, we have gathered key information for the weeks ahead, including details for Senior Prizegiving, how to pre-order your copy of Te Kōrero 2026, and key dates for next year.
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21 October |
Manaakitanga Awards, 3.30pm |
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21 October |
Pasifika Celebration Evening, 6.00pm |
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22 October |
Year 13 Art Portfolio Show, 3.15pm |
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26 October |
Labour Day (school closed) |
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29 October |
Senior Prizegiving |
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30 October |
Final Day Year 12 and Year 13 |
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6 November |
Final Day Year 11 |
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10 November |
NCEA Examinations begin |
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16-17 November |
Year 9 and Year 10 study days (Students studying from home in preparation for School examinations) |
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18-20 November |
Year 9 and Year 10 end of year examinations |
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23-27 November |
Year 10 Camp |
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4 December |
NCEA Examinations end |
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9 December |
Junior Prizegiving |
Senior Prizegiving
We look forward to celebrating the achievements of our senior students at Senior Prizegiving on Thursday 29 October, from 2.00pm to 4.30pm in Marjory Adams Hall.
All students and their families are welcome to attend this special occasion. Seating for parents and families in the hall is limited, and a livestream will also be available in the Staffroom. We ask all attendees to remain seated in the hall for the duration of the ceremony.
Arrangements for Thursday 29 October:
- School begins: 9.25am
- Student dismissal: 12.15pm, at the end of Period 4
- Prize winners to be seated: By 1.40pm
- Prizegiving commences: 2.00pm
- Parking: Weather permitting, limited parking will be available on the School site, with entry from Gate 5 on Manukau Road.
Te Kōrero 2026 Yearbook Pre-orders
The 2026 edition of Te Kōrero, our School yearbook, is on its way. Capturing the highlights, achievements, and memories of the year, it is a wonderful record of life at EGGS.
As a thank-you to families who have paid their student donations, a complimentary copy will be provided. Additional copies are available for $15 each. If you would like to order an additional copy, please visit the School Shop to place your pre-order.
2027 Start of Year Key Dates
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21 January |
Course confirmation |
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29 January |
Year 9 and New Student Pōwhiri |
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1 February |
Auckland Anniversary (School closed) |
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2 February |
All students in Tutor Classes |
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3 February |
School timetable begins |
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8 February |
Waitangi Day (School closed) |
