As we approach the end of 2025 and prepare for the beginning of the 2026 school year, we’d like to ensure all families are aware of the key dates and start-of-year arrangements.
End of Year 2025
📆 Tuesday 9 December - Last day for Junior students
▪ Year 9/10 Junior Prizegiving – 12:30pm in the Gym
Start of Year 2026
📆 Monday 26 January - Teacher Only Day
📆 Tuesday 27 January - Teacher Only Day
📆 Wednesday 28 January - Year 12 students attend - 9:00am
📆 Thursday 29 January - All Year 9, 12, 13 & new students to DHS attend - 9:00am
Year 9 & new students to DHS - Assemble in Hall
Year 12 & 13 - please go to your Whanaungatanga area.
▪ Mihi Whakatau - (Formal Welcome) 10:00am
All welcome to attend (parents please assemble at the Whare by 9:50am).
📆 Friday 30 January - All students attend
Uniform Information
Students are expected to begin the year in the correct school uniform. Full uniform guidelines, purchasing details, and any updated requirements can be found on our Uniform Page:
Year 12 & 13 Blazer Information
Earlier this year, parents were notified that Dunstan High School will introduce compulsory blazers for Year 12 and 13 students starting in 2026.
Blazers can be:
Purchased for $215.00, or
Hired for $80 per year for the 2026/2027 school year, with a $60 bond (refundable when the blazer is returned in good condition).
Please note: From the 2027 school year onwards, the blazer-hire option will no longer be available. All Year 12 & 13 students will be required to purchase their own blazer, which can be obtained through the DHS office. We are providing early notice to ensure families have time to make the necessary arrangements.
Stationery Information