Celebrating New Zealand Women on International Women’s Day
On International Women’s Day, we honour the incredible women who have paved the way for progress, equality, and female empowerment. These women broke barriers in politics, education, science, literature and social justice, providing inspiration for our students and future leaders. The most famous such New Zealand woman was Kate Sheppard, who led the movement for […]
Specialist Science Learning Space
Our senior students are relishing the new set-up in their bespoke science lab. The tables have been removed and replaced with proper laboratory benches and stools for all. The extra room gives them the time and space to set up any projects that they may be working on. Another bonus is being able to leave […]
Service at Ficino School
Ficino School’s students regularly demonstrate acts of service – our Year 8 House Captains were responsible for creating a roster to ensure our house gardens are well maintained. It was nice to see our senior students planting fresh herbs, vegetables and flowers this week. Ms Toshala and the Cuisine Team are looking forward to fresh […]
Smile for the camera
This week we had a photoshoot. We’d like to thank all of the student models students who took part, and their families who leant them to us for a few hours.
Art space inspires creativity
Our new art studio is ready and the children have been so excited to use it! They’re getting the hang of where everything goes, and how to use this new space of theirs. We’ve had several exclamations of how light and airy it is and how beautiful the space and view are! We have already […]
Ficino School’s Cyber Safe Community
Ficino School is asking parents to help their child be cyber-safe at home: Actively monitor what your child is seeing and writing online Limit the apps they can use Take responsibility for the safety settings they use Limit the amount of time they spend on devices Don’t be afraid – we’re in partnership with Linewize, […]
Warm Ficino Welcome to our New Staff
We are pleased to announce that we have secured two part-time teacher-aides to replace Miss Sonia. You will be happy to hear that the first is well known to us, Mrs. Leah Corbett. Mrs. Corbett is a fully registered NZ teacher. She has been a class teacher at Ficino in recent years and your children […]
Ficino Learning Process
The Ficino Learning Process is an accessible way for Ficino School to talk our students through the process of learning. Sukhi the Seal is the perfect mascot to explain the concepts in a child-friendly and memorable way. Sukhi explains it’s important to understand the purpose of what they are learning, to put in effort or […]
Enrolling at Ficino Montessori Preschool
We would like to advise our parents that Ficino Montessori Preschool is currently unable to enrol new students, as it is booked up to the end of 2025. While we like to welcome the younger brothers and sisters of Ficino School students, our Centre Manager, Kenna Zachinskaia , has asked that you apply for them […]
Developing Strong Leadership Skills
Leadership skills help children to become confident, responsible, and effective team players. Leaders also show kindness, respect and good listening skills. They make sure everyone feels included. Leadership isn’t about being the boss—it’s about helping others and making a difference. The purpose of leadership training at Ficino School is to build resilience and confidence through […]
