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Weekend courses in Term 2:

• Look Fabulous after 40 – 1 Saturday, 24^th May, from 09:30 am to 11:00 am
• Resin Art Workshop – 1 Saturday, 7^th June from 09:30 am to 12:30 pm
• Xero - An Introduction (ONLINE) – 1 Saturday, 7^th June from 09:30 am to 03:30 pm
• Sewing - Make an A-Line Skirt – 1 Saturday, 7^th June from 09:30 to 04:30 pm
• The Ultimate Makeup Guide for Women of 50 years plus – 1 Saturday, 7^th June from 09:30 am to 03:30 pm
• Style on a Shoestring – 1 Saturday, 7^th June from 09:30 am to 11:00 am
• Floral Art - Special Occasion Florals – 1 Saturday, 7^th June, from 10:00 am to 01:00pm
• Food Hygiene - NZQA Unit 20666 – 1 Saturday, 14^th June, from 09:00 am to 04:00 pm
• Growing and Caring for Indoor Plants – 1 Saturday, 14^th June, from 09:00 to 01:00 pm
• Sculpture Painting Workshop Kia Ora Board Themed – 1 Saturday, 14^th June, from 09:00 am to 04:00 pm
• Sewing Workshop for Migrants – 1 Saturday, 14^th June, from 09:00 am to 03:00 pm
• Microsoft Excel for Business I – 1 Saturday,14^th of June, from 09:30 am to 01:30 pm
• Light Up Canvas Art – 1 Saturday, from 09:30 am to 01:30 pm

What Happens in the Kitchen? A lot more than just cooking!

Our kitchen is the heart of the Community Education Centre—a place where flavours, friendships, and new skills come together. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned home cook, our cooking classes offer a fun, hands-on way to explore food, culture, and healthy living.

• Vietnamese Night – 1 evening, on  3^rd June, from 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
• Mediterranean Cuisine - 3 weeks, starting on 4th June, from 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
• Pasta Workshop – 1 Saturday, on 7^th June, from 09:30 am to 01:30 pm
• Balinese Cuisine – 3 weeks, starting on 9^th June, from 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
• Korean Kimchi – 1 Saturday, on 14^th June, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
• Curry Night – 1 evening, on 24^th June, from 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
• Tasty Thai Night – 1 evening, on 25^th June, from 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES

Boost Team Spirit with Unforgettable Team-Building Activities! Strengthen Bonds. Enhance Collaboration. Achieve Success. 

Looking for a fun and impactful way to bring your team together? Our workshops boost communication, improve collaboration, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re in the office or outdoors, we’ve got the perfect activities to unite your team! For more info, please email to commed@rutherford.school.nz

OFFICE HOURS

FAMILY-FRIENDLY COURSES AVAILABLE FOR 12YRS+

Our programme has a range of family-friendly courses. These are designed for students 12 years or older accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Please check out the family-friendly category on our website.

BOOKLET DISTRIBUTION

 If you would like a printed copy of our booklet, please get in touch with us, and we can post one to you. Alternatively, you can collect a copy from one of the many outlets around West Auckland that support us, such as:

• Woolworths in Te Atatu South, Te Atatu Peninsula, Hobsonville, and Westgate;
• Mega Mitre 10 on Lincoln Road
• Kmart Henderson
• Local libraries and Citizen Advice Bureaux in Henderson, Avondale, Glen Eden and Hobsonville.