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Issue: 2025
View another issueYear 10 Camp 2025
Friday, 9 May 2025Our Year 10 students have been off on an unforgettable adventure this week, spending five days at the Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Education Centre near...
Staff Spotlight: Krystee Craig
Friday, 9 May 2025We're thrilled to introduce Krystee Craig, our Visual Arts and Technology Teacher. Krystee brings a rich and vibrant background in arts education and creative...
Year 7s tackle EPro8 engineering challenges in Science
Thursday, 8 May 2025Our Year 7 students have kicked off the term with creativity, collaboration and a lot of hands-on problem-solving as they dive into the EPro8 Challenge...
Exploring the Source: Year 5 & 6 Visit Kaitoke for Water Inquiry Unit
Thursday, 8 May 2025As part of their Unit of Inquiry, "Why Water Is Essential for Sustaining Life," Year 5 & 6 students visited Kaitoke to learn first-hand how our water systems...
Mother's Day Breakfast at Marsden
Thursday, 8 May 2025This morning, we warmly welcomed Preschool and Primary families to a very special Mother's Day Breakfast in the Cultural Centre.
Mothers and...
Mothers and...
Year 6 Leadership Service
Wednesday, 7 May 2025We are delighted to announce our new Year 6 leaders for Term 2, who were formally recognised at our Leadership Service on Monday. These students have demonstrated...
Democracy in Action – British High Commission Visit
Wednesday, 7 May 2025As part of the Strengthening Democracy Project, Year 13 students CC and Arabella visited the British High Commission on Monday evening following a workshop...
Year 9 Parliament Trip
Tuesday, 6 May 2025Our Year 9 students visited Parliament on Monday as part of their Social Sciences "Making Change" unit. This annual trip brings their learning to life...
A special piece of history in the classroom
Friday, 2 May 2025Mrs Glanville brought a special map into class recently — a detailed Map of Europe following the Congress of Vienna, spanning the period 1815–1914....
Spirit Week sparks energy and connection at the start of Term 2
Friday, 2 May 2025We kicked off Term 2 with a warm and welcoming mihi whakatau — a special way to reconnect as a school and set the tone for the term ahead. Immediately...
Real-Life Money Lessons for Year 12 with Skint to Mint
Thursday, 1 May 2025Today, our Year 12 Financial Skills class stepped into the world of money management with a hands-on and engaging activity using the board game Skint to...
Trio Represent Marsden in New Zealand Secondary Schools' Choir
Thursday, 1 May 2025Congratulations to Isabella, Akshara and Abigail, who performed for the first time with the New Zealand Secondary Students' Choir (NZSSC) 2025/26 during...
Year 11 Students Explore Engineering at University of Auckland
Thursday, 1 May 2025Over the school holidays, two of our Year 11 students, Varsha and Chloe, had the exciting opportunity to attend the University of Auckland's Women in Engineering...
Marsden Kapa Haka Students Support Mihi Whakatau for James Johnston
Thursday, 1 May 2025On Monday, a group of Marsden's senior kapa haka students had the honour of participating in a mihi whakatau to welcome James Johnston (Ngāti Porou,...
Textiles Students Inspired by Visit to Yu Mei Studio
Wednesday, 30 April 2025Today our Year 11 and 12 Textiles Technology students had the exciting opportunity to visit the Yu Mei studio, accompanied by Head of Technology, Ms Sarah...
Staff Spotlight: Lynette Kitney
Tuesday, 29 April 2025We are delighted to introduce Lynette Kitney, who joined Marsden Primary at the beginning of 2025. Lynette brings with her more than 25 years of experience...
Marsden Students Represent at ANZAC Day Services
Friday, 25 April 2025Marsden was proudly represented at two ANZAC Day services today, with students from both the Middle School and Senior School attending alongside their...
Moo-ving and Grooving with RNZB's Dazzlehands Workshop
Tuesday, 15 April 2025At the end of Term 2, our Preschool and Primary students were treated to an energetic and joy-filled dance workshop with the Royal New Zealand Ballet ...
Students Perform at Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival
Friday, 11 April 2025Marsden's Year 12 Stage and Screen students took part in the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival at Wellington East Girls' College on Tuesday. Under the...
Sip & Shop Success
Friday, 11 April 2025Marsden's first Parents and Friends event for 2025 was a huge success! Held in Te Manawa o te Kura on Thursday 10 April, our Sip & Shop brought the...
Year 7 Zealandia Adventure
Friday, 11 April 2025A stunning Wellington morning set the scene for our Year 7 trip to Zealandia on the final Thursday of Term 1. Students were greeted by the Zealandia education...
Sylvie and Sylvi Perform
Wednesday, 9 April 2025Year 4 students Sylvie and Sylvi took to the stage as a violin duo at the New Zealand Institute of Registered Music Teachers' annual Two of a Kind concert...
Staff Spotlight: Sandra Glanville
Friday, 4 April 2025Sandra Glanville is Marsden's senior school History teacher and Social Sciences teacher for Years 8-10. Sandra joined us in 2022 after relocating to Wellington...
Marsden Primary's new baby
Friday, 4 April 2025Marsden Primary's music department received a wonderful gift today—a beautiful baby grand piano, which has now found its new home in the Primary...
Akshara performs at Parliament
Friday, 4 April 2025Akshara (Year 12) had the incredible honour of performing a cultural dance at Pongal in Parliament, celebrating South India's rich traditions. The event...
Year 5 Science Inquiry: Growing Beans
Thursday, 3 April 2025As part of our Science inquiry, Year 5 students have been exploring the life cycle of a bean by planting and nurturing their own seeds. In the classroom,...
Preschool and Year 1 Mahitahi Time
Thursday, 3 April 2025Last week, our Preschool and Year 1 tamariki came together for Mahitahi – a special collaboration time designed to strengthen their connection with...
Year 12/13 History Trip – Exploring Gallipoli's Legacy
Wednesday, 2 April 2025Our Year 12 and 13 History students recently visited Te Papa as part of their preparation for their research internal, which begins in Term 2. The trip...
Year 5 Students Spread Kindness Through Letter Writing
Wednesday, 2 April 2025Last week, our Year 5 students embraced the importance of kindness and connection by writing heartfelt letters to their grandparents, relatives, and special...
Year 8 Camp Wrap-Up
Monday, 31 March 2025Our Year 8 students had an incredible time at camp this year, embracing every challenge with enthusiasm and manahau (resilience). The week was packed with...
Marsden Competes at Wellington Regional Debating Competition
Friday, 28 March 2025Two Marsden teams took part in the Wellington Regional Debating Competition last weekend, gaining valuable experience and achieving some great results....
March is Neighbours Month!
Friday, 28 March 2025To celebrate Neighbours Aotearoa, Marsden Primary students took part in a special initiative to connect with our local community. Each student wrote a...
Maritime Police Visit Brings Excitement to Marsden
Thursday, 27 March 2025Today, the Maritime Police visited Marsden, much to the delight of our Preschool, Year 1, and Year 11 students. With Preschool focusing on water inquiry...
Reflecting on Good Friday at Chaplain's Assembly
Thursday, 27 March 2025At this morning's Chaplain's Assembly, Chaplain Sarah shared the Good Friday story using a series of powerful symbols to help students reflect on its meaning....
Staff Spotlight – Shannon Hayes
Wednesday, 26 March 2025Meet Shannon, one of our amazing Year 6 teachers at Marsden. With a passion for creating a supportive and engaging classroom, Shannon encourages her students...
Making a Splash for Relay for Life
Wednesday, 26 March 2025Wednesday's Sponge Splash was such a fun event! A dozen brave staff and head students volunteered to be sponge splash targets, and they certainly felt...
Year 8 Mother/Daughter Breakfast
Tuesday, 25 March 2025The Year 8 Mother/Daughter Breakfast was a fabulous way to start the day on Tuesday, bringing together students and the special women in their lives for...
Blake VR come to Marsden
Monday, 24 March 2025On Monday our Year 8 students had an incredible experience with Blake VR. The NZ-VR programme connects young New Zealanders with the marine environment,...
Year 5 Explores Plant Life Cycles in Science
Thursday, 20 March 2025Year 5 students have been busy with science activities alongside Ms Stevens, integrating skills and expertise from across the school. They have been growing...
Attitude Programme Inspires Marsden Students
Wednesday, 19 March 2025This week, we were pleased to welcome Tamatea from the Attitude team to speak with our Year 7 and Years 9–13 students (sorry Year 8, you were having...
Level 1 PE Students Embrace Team Building at the Waterfront
Tuesday, 18 March 2025Level 1 NCEA PE students had a fantastic day at the waterfront on Monday, strengthening their understanding of kotahitanga (unity and togetherness) through...
House Spirit on Full Display at Athletics Day
Tuesday, 18 March 2025Athletics Day was a fantastic celebration of house spirit, competition, and fun, with students arriving in full colour and with energy to burn!
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Independent Schools Primary Active Day
Monday, 17 March 2025Our Year 1–6 students had a fantastic day at Chilton St James for the Independent Schools Primary Active Day last Friday. This event, held in collaboration...
Preschool Celebrates St Patrick's Day
Monday, 17 March 2025Preschool was filled with excitement (and a lot of green) as our tamariki embraced the spirit of St Patrick's Day with a range of fun and creative activities....
Year 7 Harakeke Planting
Monday, 17 March 2025Year 7 students took part in our annual harakeke (flax) planting on Monday, symbolising their connection to Marsden and its core values.
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Year 8 Prepares for Camp
Thursday, 13 March 2025Yesterday, some of our Year 8 students took to the school field to practise an essential outdoor skill—pitching tents! With camp just around the...
Year 7 & 13 Shared Lunch
Thursday, 13 March 2025Our tuakana-teina relationships continue to grow, with Year 7 and Year 13 students coming together for a shared lunch in the Cultural Centre. Organised...
Staff Spotlight: Jess Gill
Wednesday, 12 March 2025Meet Jess, Marsden's Sport and Active Recreation Coordinator for Years 1–8. Originally from Dunedin, Jess has a Bachelor of Science in Sport Development...
International Students Visit Wellington Chocolate Company
Tuesday, 11 March 2025Our international students recently enjoyed a fantastic experience at the Wellington Chocolate Company, where they explored unique flavour combinations...
Year 8 Explores Irish Culture
Tuesday, 11 March 2025As Year 8 begins learning about Irish music and culture, they had a special visit from fellow student and national Irish dancing champion, Georgia. She...
Preschool Adventures in Swimming & STEM
Monday, 10 March 2025Last week, our preschoolers embraced new challenges in both the pool and the classroom.
In swimming lessons, they built confidence by blowing...
In swimming lessons, they built confidence by blowing...