of any play space?
It’s common ground.
Ngā mihi nui,
For the last 50 years Te Kura Tuatahi o Tāhuna - Queenstown Primary School has proudly served tamariki at our current site. However, we need more from our outdoor space. Quite simply, it no longer meets the needs of the kura’s growing whānau.
The QPS Project will fund six outdoor additions to further support our tamariki to be confident and connected. These vibrant spaces will serve students and the wider community for the next 50 years.
“A child's greatest achievements are possible in play, achievements that tomorrow will become her basic level of real action.”
LEV VYGOTSKY
Why now?
With the Ministry of Education upgrade nearing completion, there is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to do something exceptional with our outdoor space. We want to add six final touches, shaping it as a space to inspire our tamariki, reflect the stories of the whenua before us, and connect the community.
We have a master plan and a window of opportunity. With your help, we can place the final pieces of our vision.
The QPS Project goal: to fund six playground additions that will support our tamariki to be confident and connected.
A Place to Gather
An in-ground Te Kapehu Whetu (Māori star compass) to create a central meeting point and teaching tool.
Funding goal: $40,000
All-Weather Play
An upgraded court with turf for year-round outdoor play – even in winter.
Funding goal: $100,000
Playgrounds of Possibility
Exciting upgrades for our junior and senior playgrounds to inspire challenge.
Funding goal: $75,000
Pedal Power
A bike track for looping and pedalling (on weekends too!).
Funding goal: $55,000
Quiet Spaces
Seating, sunshade and solitude for when the day calls for stillness.
Funding goal: $50,000
Ways to Welcome
A waharoa to welcome visitors, greenways to connect the school and a fit out for the new whānau/community space.
Funding goal: $80,000
The story behind the project
What is the plan and how does it work
How can I get involved?
