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School closed today Tuesday 10th November

Due to the state of emergency, school will remain closed today, Tuesday 10 November. Please check school app and social media for update(s) later today. Further heavy weather is expected this afternoon. Some families did not receive text alert yesterday. Please call the school (06 833 5913) to have your details updated. urgently today to check or update your contact …

Level 3 Folio Exhibition

Please join us to view and celebrate the level 3 creative portfolios on show in our Memorial Library from 5 pm on Monday the 9th of November. This exhibition is available to view before our senior prize giving.  

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Napier Boys’ High School students set to take to the stage

Cultural and music students at Napier Boys’ High School will have a rare opportunity this month to take to the stage in a year severely disrupted by Covid-19. The Cultural Showcase Evening due to be held on October 20 was the brainchild of science and extra-curricular drama teacher Emma Smith who wanted to create an opportunity for her students to …

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All Black and former Napier Boys’ High student inspires next generation

Without Napier Boys’ High School, Brad Weber believes he would not have achieved what he has in his rugby career. Named in the All Blacks squad recently, Weber returned to his former school and surprised the Under 14 rugby team – many of whom aspire to get to where he is. He recalls former students and rugby players visiting the …

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COVID-19 Update 1 – Level 2

COVID-19 Level 2 update 1   • School will finish at 2.50 pm for the rest of this week inclusive • Students have been reminded of safe distancing, hygiene and food/drink requirements • If your son is unwell he should remain at home; please notify attendance. • We have good supplies of hand sanitiser and cleaning products for the school …

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COVID-19 update 15 – Online learning challenges

Dear parents and caregivers   I have written previously of the challenges for you in supporting your sons with online learning. We know this can be for a number of reasons: their motivation, other distractions, quality of device or internet access, need to look after siblings – we understand that there are significant challenges across the community. What is clear, …

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COVID-19 update no. 14 – Return to school under Level 3

Dear parents and caregivers Tomorrow marks our first day ‘open’ at Level 3 and 17 young men will join us to continue their online learning at school. My sincere thanks and appreciation to all of you who are juggling your son’s online learning while also working from home. I fully appreciate what a challenge this can be, particularly the older …

COVID-19 update – Senior students (y11-13) and parents

Dear parents and caregivers   With the news that the Level 4 lockdown is ending on Monday 27 April, we have confirmed our plans during Level 3.   Thank you to all the boys who are getting on with their lessons, accessing the online classes and doing the work required. A big thank you to the many parents who have …