Bava International School is 100% Nationally owned and manned by Papua New Guineans. It has been operating from this very location for 31 years to date. The school is registered with the National Department of Education. For many years we have had the pleasure of hosting teacher-trainees studying Early Childhood Care and Education from the University of Goroka for their practical experience. It has been part of our history to provide the facilities and the expertise for the next generation of teachers.

Your Classroom Teachers/Carers

1. Lower Sector    

a) Playschool: Mrs. Matui & Ms. Rutera in support
b) Preschool: Ms Heagi & Ms. Rutera in support

2. Middle Sector

Prep – Grade 1: Mrs. Mea

3. The Upper Sector

Grades: Mr. Mea – Head Teacher

4. The Library

Librarian: Ms. Rutera

5. Front Desk

Registrar & Manageress: Mrs. Mary R Tione

6. Support/Security/Driver 

Mr Tom, Mr Philip, Paul & family members.

Important Dates To Remember:

Term 1 Dates: January 31 – April 8 (10 Weeks Duration)

Term 1 Holiday: April 11 – 15 (1 week break)
Public Holidays: Good Friday 15 April & Easter Monday 18 April

Term 2 Starts on the same day but classes resume on Tuesday 19 April.

Other Term Dates

Term 2 Dates: April 18 – July 1 (11 weeks Duration)

Term 2 Holiday: July 4 – 22 (3 weeks break)

Term 3 Dates: July 25 – September 30 (10 weeks Duration)

Term 3 Holiday: October 3 – 10 (1 week break)

Term 4 Dates: October 10 – December 9 (9 weeks Duration) End of Year!

***At the end of each term there is a Concert staged for parents and guardians as guests to be entertained. Depending on the current state of the Covid-19 Pandemic Situation. Everyone is asked to wear masks upon entry and exit of the school, please. Thank you in advance.

School Guidelines

To be adhered to for the smooth running of the school and the children.

Monday – Thursday: School uniforms to be worn. Normal school day for all full-day students/but must leave premises by 3pm. Late Fees Apply. (Pick up starts from 2.30pm)
Friday: This is a sports day and is a half-day for all students. Sports uniforms to be worn. Students must leave by 12.30pm lunchtime. Late pick-up fees apply.

• Call 3258715 if you are going to be late or someone else is picking up your child.
• Provide diapers, towel, change of clothes, for children who may need them.
• Ensure your child has something to eat and drink. *Canteen service is available.
• Bus service is also available at an additional cost. Please ask Mrs. Tione at the front desk.
• Swimming pool is under repair as a new liner is being ordered from Australia.
• If you would like to receive our newsletters electronically please provide your email address to Mrs. Tione at the front desk.

Should you have any concerns please kindly inform the front desk or email us at office@bavaschool.com and we shall do our best to look into the matter at hand.

Finally, can I ask all parents and guardians to please take heed of the COVID-19 Pandemic seriously and to wear your face masks upon entry and exit of school premises.
If not wherever you are outside of any safe environment. Please do take care!

Until the next time you hear from us, please find the time to read the contents as these are important guidelines for you.
Happy Valentine’s Day to all our families and children! Next time you will read more about what your children have been up to so far with their teachers and carers!

Happy Reading,