Grandparents' Day

Date:
Thursday, 25 March 2027
Time:
10.00am – 12.00pm
Where:
St Paul's Collegiate School

Our students' grandparents are much-loved members of our school community. This year, we invite grandparents of our Year 13 and Year 9 students to join us on Grandparents' Day, Thursday, 25 March 2027, at 10.00 am. This special morning is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with your grandchild and experience life at St Paul’s Collegiate School.

Please register your attendance here.

Schedule for the day

  • 10.00 am - Grandparents’ Day Chapel Service (with your grandchild)
  • 11.00 am - Morning Tea with your grandchild
  • 11.30 am - Tour the campus with your grandchild
  • 12.00 pm - Event concludes

Arrival and Parking Two entry gates will be open for the event - Hukanui Road and St Paul’s Road (off Bankwood Road). You are welcome to use either entrance, and parking will be on the sports fields. Hukanui Road is the best option for mobility parking. Staff will be available at both gates to assist and direct you. There will also be three golf carts making trips from the carparks to the Chapel. 

Family Photos

Three photographers will be taking family photos during the campus tours. You will find them in high-vis vests at the following locations:

  • Outside the Student Centre
  • Outside the Music Centre
  • Tihoi Garden (beside the Chapel)
  • Paul Dibble Sculpture (In the tear drop round about)

Helpful Information

  • Short walks across the school will be required during your campus tour
  • If you use a mobility scooter, wheelchair, or walker, please feel free to bring it
  • There will be three golf carts making trips around the campus if you need assistance
  • Please ensure your grandchild knows you are attending the day, so they can be in their House line to meet you

Livestream
For grandparents who are unable to attend, we will live-stream the Chapel Service. The live-stream will begin around 10.00 am, and you can view it here

If you have any queries about Grandparents Day, please contact Andrea on 027 603 7260.