St Catherine’s College Enrolments

Enrolments close on 30 August 2019. We are happy to answer any questions you may have, or if you would like to come and talk to one of our staff members. Our contact details are as follows: 939 8988 or office@scc.school.nz


Elements Rhythmic Gymnastics- Free trial classes

Rhythmic Gymnastics is a mix of dance and gymnastics, using rope, hoop, ball, clubs and ribbon apparatus. Classes are available Mon-Sat for boys and girls from age 3 and above, no previous experience necessary. Our classes are in Thorndon, just opposite the Botanical Gardens. Come along to a class and give it a try! Email info@rhythmicgym.nz to arrange a FREE trial. For more information about Elements and our classes, visit www.rhythmicgym.nz


The Children’s Bookshop Events

On Saturday, August 31st at 11am come along for a special Storytime session of Margaret Mahy's story A Lion in the Meadow / He Raiona i Roto i Ngā Otaota.

After winning a giant-sized (1m x 1m) copy of this classic New Zealand story for having the best national display of the NZ children's book award finalists, we decided that we had to celebrate the occasion. This huge book features the story in both English and te reo Māori and is one of only three printed, so we feel very honoured to own a copy.

This free event will be ideal for preschoolers through to age 10 and their families. All are welcome but let us know by email (books@thechildrensbookshop.co.nz) or phone 04 387 3905 if you are coming so that we can arrange enough seating.

On Friday, September 6th from 4pm to 5pm join us for an hour of story and magic with Gareth Ward, award-winning author of The Traitor and the Thief.  Gareth will talk about his steampunk adventures, including his new book, The Clockill and the Thief, both thrilling reads for ages 10 to 14. He will also entertain with some magic tricks and anyone who saw his performance on his last visit to the shop will definitely want to return for more magical mayhem.

This is a free event. Gareth's books will be for sale and he will be happy to sign copies, both new and pre-owned.

Capital Trout Centre Open Day – Sunday 1 September

First Children’s Open Day of the season.  Children must have a licence to fish for trout and free licences/tickets are available from Monday 19 August from Steve’s Fishing Shop, 49 Ghuznee Street (off Cuba Mall)

The Centre is located behind the WCC Administration buildings on the way to the Wellington City Council Southern Landfill, on Landfill Road, Happy Valley, Wellington and is open to the public on specific days.

Children do not have to bring any gear as Club members will assist children to catch a trout on fly fishing tackle. As the Centre is manned and maintained by volunteers we rely on donations to cover our expenses of purchasing the fish from the hatcheries, fish food and general maintenance. Your donations will be appreciated. Contact: Strato 387 7878 (wk)   386 3740 (hm) email: strato.cotsilinis@gmail.com

International Springboard Diving at Kilbirnie Pool

Come & be inspired at the Pacific Junior Diving Championships this weekend at Kilbirnie Pool – 23-25 August. Over 60 young divers, aged 12-18yrs, from around the Pacific region will compete in this inaugural event. Three Wellington divers join the New Zealand team competing against teams from Malaysia, Adelaide, Sydney & Queensland. See www.wellingtondiving.org.nz for more details or contact Barbara on 027 485 8888

School Holiday Camps for Young Writers and Illustrators.
"Write like an Author" is an internationally acclaimed writing course that teaches young writers the skills and techniques that professional authors use to create their stories. During the camp, each participant will develop and write an original creative story under the guidance of well-known author and writing coach Maria Gill.

"Draw Like an Illustrator" is our concurrent illustration course that teaches young artists the skills and techniques that professional illustrators use. The presenter is Fifi Colston.

The camps will be held at Raroa Intermediate during the school holidays, starting on Tuesday 8 October and running until Thursday 10 October 2019.

The writing camp is ideal for young people who have a dream of becoming a published author or anyone who wants to improve their writing skills. The illustration camp offers the same opportunity to young artists.

The camps are non-residential, and run from 9am to 4pm each day. The number of places on the camp is strictly limited.  Our websites are www.writelikeanauthor.com and www.drawlikeanillustrator.com.