Y7 Community Breakout – Bushy Point and Oreti Beach – 28 Oct 2026

As part of our Term 4 Community Breakout learning we are going to be visiting Bushy Point at Otatara and also Oreti Beach. SGHS has a long-standing relationship with The Otatara Land Care Group at Bushy Point (Bryson Rd) and our students have contributed to the development of this area through planting and maintenance for many years.

When:

  • 28th October 2026 (will be weather dependent)
  • Students will leave school during period one and will return to school at the end of the day in time for buses and after school pick up.
  • Students will travel by bus to and from school.

What:

  • Students will be spending half the day at Oreti Beach and half the day at Bushy Point.
  • Oreti Beach: Students will be involved in a beach clean-up and scavenger hunt.
  • Bushy Point: students will be planting trees, weeding around recently planted trees, learning about pest control and walking the Bushy Point track. 
7AD, 7SS and 7KB 7CC, 7DH and 7AE
·         Bushy Point am

·         Oreti Beach pm

 ·         Oreti Beach am

·         Bushy Point pm

Payment and Permission

-Full payment and permission is due by Friday 18 October 2026.

  • $6 per student– this covers bus transport and the hire of a portaloo toilet.
  • Please Note:School procedures are, full payment must be received by the due date for your child to be eligible to attend this trip.
  • Payments will be allocated to any unpaid fees and charges on your child’s account prior to camp fees being paid off.

 What to bring:

  • Come to school in full and correct PE gear, including PE top, navy/black shorts, track pants or tights, long sleeve thermal, jacket, sun hat, gym shoes or gumboots.
  • Packed morning tea and lunch (no heat ups or canteen money).
  • Full drink bottle.
  • Medication (e.g inhaler) if required

This event contains risks, including  transportation, walking around Bushy Point, and beach related injuries such as cuts/grazes. This event is supervised by school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan, each staff member also holds a valid First Aid Certificate.  While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated.  Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.  If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Head of Junior School on 03 2116030 or email  [email protected]

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk will result in appropriate safety measures being applied for everyone’s wellbeing.

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Student Information:

The information on this form will remain confidential to the teachers/instructors in charge of/assisting with the camp/trip. However, in the interests of the safety of all involved, any life-threatening conditions may be made known to other students. Please be assured that your child’s physical and emotional well-being always remains of paramount importance to us.
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Students Medical Information:*
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Transport Information:*
I give permission for my child to be transported on this trip by Go Bus.

Parent/Caregiver Consent:

Please tick the boxes below to complete the Parent/Caregiver consent.
Parent Consent*

Payer Details

Payer Name*
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Payment

Any payments received for your child will be allocated to the oldest unpaid amounts sitting on your child's account first. Your child is not able to participate until all these amounts are paid in full.
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RISKS Disclosure

Weekly sports contains risks, including common injuries like strains, sprains, bruises and dislocations. These events are managed by the appropriate sporting body in conjunction with school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of the risks, all risks will be outlined to the students. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated. Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value. If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Ashleigh Rabel 03 211 6030 or [email protected].

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk will result in your child facing disciplinary actions on their return or sent home at the cost of the Whanau/parents or caregivers.

RISKS Disclosure

This event contains risks, including possible injuries. This event is managed by school staff or other organisations who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s/organisation’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of all procedures while carrrying out the activites. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated. Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.

If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions please phone 03 211 6030.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

I understand that sports, trips, and extra-curricular activities are opportunities for me to learn, practice skills, and gain attitudes and values in an environment outside of the school.  I realise that this requires me to take on genuine responsibility for my own enjoyment and safety and that of others.

I agree to do the following to make this happen:

  • Show courtesy and consideration to others.
  • Follow the rules and instructions of staff and other supervisors at the events.
  • Look after myself and my personal belongings.
  • Declare medical conditions that could affect participation in the events.
  • Accept the rules set by the school for the events.
  • Take part in all activities within ‘challenge-by-choice’ options

I understand that my parents / caregivers will be contacted and I may be sent home at their expense if:

  • My actions are considered unacceptable by staff / supervisors of these events.
  • I breach the behaviour / discipline standards of the school.
  • My actions put me or others in any danger.

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To book in for a tour of the boarding house, please email Jenni Dennis, [email protected] or telephone 03 211 6030.

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Invercargill 9812, New Zealand

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