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Enrolment Process

At Ashhurst School we have made enrolment a very simple process.

• Click on this link to fill in the online form
• Follow the steps to enrol your child at Ashhurst School - You must fill in all required fields to progress to the next section.
• Once your enrolment is complete,  please download the Hero App through the App Store of Google Play, or follow the login details here: app.linc-ed.com (please note that you won't be able to do this until you have completed an enrolment and we have an email on file for you).

If not uploaded during the online enrolment, you will need to bring these documents to the office.

• Birth Certificate (For children that are 5 years old)
• Immunisation Certificate
• Any visas for overseas residents

Cohort Entry

At Ashhurst School, we want every child’s first experience of school to be positive, supportive, and stress-free. To help our youngest learners settle in, our Board of Trustees has adopted a Cohort Entry Policy.

What is Cohort Entry?
Instead of children starting school individually on their 5th birthday, they start in small groups (cohorts) at two specific points each term:

Term Start: The first day of the school term.
Mid-Term: A date near the middle of the term (set by the Ministry of Education).

Important Note: New Zealand law states that children cannot start school until they have turned five. Therefore, if your child's birthday falls after a cohort start date, they will join the next available cohort.
 
2026 Cohort Start Dates
If your child is turning five this year, their start date will be determined by the following 2026 schedule:

 

Why We Use This Model?
We believe cohort entry aligns with our school values of Whai Ngākau (showing heart) and Tū Tangata (standing tall) by providing:

• Built-in Friendships: Starting with a group means your child has an instant set of peers to bond with.
• Stronger Transitions: Our teachers can provide a dedicated, structured induction for the whole group, ensuring every child learns the classroom routines together.
• Less Disruption: Rather than a constant stream of new arrivals, our classrooms enjoy more stable learning blocks.
• Whānau Connections: It allows parents of new students to meet each other at the same time, fostering a supportive community from day one.

 

School Enrolment Scheme (Zone)

 

Understanding School Zones (Enrolment Schemes)
A school zone, officially known as an Enrolment Scheme, is a legally defined geographic area surrounding a school. It is primarily used to manage student numbers and prevent overcrowding, ensuring that children can attend a school that is reasonably convenient to where they live.

How the Zone Works:

The most important thing for parents to know is that school zones create two categories of applicants:

In-Zone Students: If your usual place of residence is within the school’s defined boundary, your child has an absolute right to enrol at that school. The school cannot turn you away.
Out-of-Zone: Students: If you live outside the boundary, you do not have a guaranteed place. You can still apply, but your acceptance depends on whether the school has extra space available.

Out-of-Zone "Priority" and Ballots
If a school has space for out-of-zone students, they must follow a legal priority list to fill those spots:

1. Special Programmes: Students accepted into a school-run special programme (e.g., Māori Immersion).
2. Siblings of current students.
3. Siblings of former students.
4. Children of former students.
5. Children of board employees or board members.
6. All other applicants.
   If there are more applicants than spots in any of these categories, the school holds a ballot (a random draw) to decide who gets the place.

Frequently Asked Questions
How do I prove I live in-zone? Schools usually require "proof of residence," such as a long-term tenancy agreement, a sale and purchase agreement, or recent utility bills (electricity or broadband) in your name at that address.

What if I move out of the zone after my child starts? Generally, once a child is enrolled and attending, they are allowed to stay even if the family moves out of the zone. However, this may affect the "sibling priority" for younger brothers or sisters starting later.

Can I use a business address or a relative's house? No. The address must be the child's usual place of residence. Schools are required to investigate "addresses of convenience," and providing false information can lead to the cancellation of your child's enrolment.

If you are out of zone please complete the form below

Are you out of our school zone and wanting to go into the ballot??

Please click on this link and fill in the form

Out of zone application