Sponsor the 2026 TNIS Yearbook!

Wed Aug 19 04:34pm

Work is well underway on our much-loved 2026 TNIS Yearbook, and we’re inviting expressions of interest from businesses who would like to advertise.

This full-colour publication will be treasured by hundreds of TNIS families for years to come and is a fantastic way to support our school while promoting your business to our local community.

Advertising options
Bronze Partner ($200) – qtr page ad and newsletter mention
Silver Partner ($400) – half page ad and newsletter mention
Gold Partner ($500) – full page ad, newsletter mention and Facebook thank you

Advertising space is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you or your business would like to be involved, please contact us at office@tnis.school.nz.

Thank you for supporting the TNIS community!

Newsletter: Term 3 Week 4

Mon Aug 17 04:02pm

 

Newsletter: Term 3 Week 4

Lunchroom Closed Monday 17 August

Sun Aug 16 03:17pm

A reminder that the lunchroom will be closed tomorrow, Monday 17 August.  Please ensure your child has a packed lunch from home, or has ordered pizza or Sushi through kindo.

 

내일 8월 17일 월요일에는 매점(Lunchroom)이 운영되지 않습니다. 집에서 점심 도시락을 싸 오거나, Kindo를 통해 피자 또는 초밥을 주문했는지 확인 부탁 드립니다. 

明天（8月17日星期一）学校食堂关闭。请让孩子自带午餐，或确认已通过 Kindo 预订了比萨或寿司。

Enrollment Info: Takapuna Grammar School

Thu Aug 13 04:34pm

A friendly reminder from Takapuna Grammar School. If you are intending to enrol your child at TGS for 2027, please submit their application within the next 48 hours, as in-zone interviews are commencing next week.

PTA Information Evening – Monday 17 August

Thu Aug 13 03:02pm

Please join us at our upcoming information evening to hear more about this vision, ask questions, and explore how we can work together as a team to benefit our school. No obligation to join!

Click here to RSVP 

 

Lunchroom Closed Monday 17 August

Thu Aug 13 11:02am

A reminder that the lunchroom will be closed on Monday 17 August.  Sushi can still be ordered through kindo, and there is the exciting AIMS pizza fundraiser (see kindo, School Events and Sales) …

 

Pizza Lunch / Chocolate Milk Orders (Closing today)

Thu Aug 13 09:03am

All orders for TNIS Pizza lunch will close today at 3pm. Please make sure to get in and order on Kindo (under school events and sales) 

You don’t want to miss out. 

Pizza Lunch – Monday 17th of August. 

 

TNIS Pizza Lunch (Monday 17th of August)

Wed Aug 12 04:02pm

Thank you to all that have ordered so far. Keep the orders coming in. Support a great cause. 

Orders will close Thursday at 3pm. Please make sure you have completed payment though Kindo. 

 

Pizza Lunch Orders – Monday 17th of August

Tue Aug 11 12:16pm

Keep those orders coming in. Make sure to place your order to confirm you pizza lunch on Monday 17th of August. 

All orders need to be placed by Thursday 13th of August by 3pm. 

Remember NO CASH SALES – all orders will be placed through Kindo. 

 

 

Lunchroom Closed Monday 17 August

Mon Aug 10 04:46pm

Please note that the lunchroom will be closed all day on Monday 17 August.  Please make sure your child has a packed lunch from home or is ordering sushi or pizza (AIMS fundraiser).

AIMS Games 2026 – Medical Waiver

Mon Aug 10 03:33pm

Hi All, 

All students who are participating in AIMS games this year must complete the AIMS games medical waiver to be allegeable to attend. 

AIMS games Medical forms 
– Please complete by Friday 14th of August
– Please follow the instructions attached. You will need to have access to the AIMS games website. 
– https://www.nzaimsgames.co.nz/

If you have any problems when completing this, please let me know as I am happy to help where I can. Any problems please send them through to cneal@tnis.school.nz 

Thanks Cameron (Director of Sport) 

AIMS Games Medical Waiver Instructions

Pizza Lunch – Monday 17th of August

Mon Aug 10 12:46pm

We are excited to running a pizza lunch at TNIS on Monday 17th of August. All proceeds going towards supporting our athletes at AIMS Games 2026. 

 

Orders can be placed on Kindo under school events and sales. All orders will need to be completed by Thursday 13th of August at 3pm for ordering purposes. There will be no cash sales on the day. 

We also have Chocolate Milk available to purchase $2.50. 

Make sure you get in and don’t miss out. 

Author Visit: Graci Kim

Mon Aug 10 12:01pm

TNIS is proud to host Author Graci Kim on Wed 26 August for a 9 am – 10.45 am talk and book signing.

Graci is a former diplomat turned award-winning writer. She is best known for her magic-filled fantasy novels inspired by Korean mythology, including the acclaimed Gifted Clans trilogy (The Last Fallen Star) and the Dreamslinger series. Her stories bring magic, humour, and adventure to life while exploring theme-rich topics like identity, belonging, and finding your own path.

Parents can order books for signing from Book Hero. All the information is located HERE.

ICAS Assessment Info

Fri Aug 07 06:31pm

The ICAS Assessments will take place on the following dates at TNIS:

ENGLISH: Monday 10th of August, 11:05 AM, Rooms 5 / 6
SCIENCE: Monday 17th of August, 11:05 AM, Rooms 1 / 2
MATHS: Monday 24th of August, 11:05 AM, Rooms 18 / 19

There will be a catch-up assessment on the Thursday of every testing week if someone cannot make the main assessment date. 

Learners will need a fully charged laptop to take the assessment. Login tokens will be handed out on the day of the assessment.

 

Please note that sign-ups for ICAS Assessments have closed.

PTA Information Evening – Monday 17 August

Fri Aug 07 05:18pm

Please join us at our upcoming information evening to hear more about this vision, ask questions, and explore how we can work together as a team to benefit our school. No obligation to join!

Click here to RSVP 

 

Takapuna Football Morning Trainings Term 3

Mon Aug 03 05:20pm

Morning Football at TNIS with Takapuna Football Club is running 6 weeks of morning football training on the school grounds, every Thursday, 7:30am–8:30am, from 13 August to 17 September. A great way to get active before the school day starts, led by qualified, experienced coaches. 

Open to all TNIS students, boys and girls, all ages and levels. 

Register here: https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/492823 

Please feel free to get in touch if you need anymore information 

Takapuna Football Morning Registration Term 3

Basketball Semester 2 – Starts Tonight

Mon Aug 03 12:46pm

Hi All, 

Basketball for after school semester 2 starts tonight. Please make sure you know when and where you game is. 

Make sure your child is registered through gameday. Any players not registered won’t be able to take the court. This link has been sent to you already. 

First couple of weeks games are grading games. 

Good Luck to all with their games. 

 

 

Kindo updates rolling out this month …

Mon Aug 03 11:17am

Kindo is getting a fresh new look this month, designed to make paying and completing forms simpler. 

Keep an eye out for the update, and check your email for what’s new …

 

First Newsletter for Term 3!

Fri Jul 31 04:07pm

Newsletter: Term 3 Week 2

School Transition Project Parent Survey 2026/2027

Wed Jul 29 12:48pm

Each year TNIS works with the Attendance Services on a region wide project which supports the transitions of all students moving between schools across Rodney and the North Shore.

The data we are collecting here is for information purposes only, and does NOT constitute enrolment at any of the schools you nominate.

We would really appreciate you completing this form by Sunday 9th August 2026.

Thank you for your assistance.

Japanese Host Families Meeting Tomorrow

Mon Jul 27 03:31pm

Just a quick reminder for our host families: we look forward to seeing you in the school library at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, 28 July for our host parent meeting. Thank you for your support—we can’t wait to catch up with everyone!

PYP Exhibition Whānau Information Evening

Mon Jul 27 12:32pm

Kia ora whānau! Thank you to everyone who came along to our PYP Exhibition Whānau Information Evening on Wednesday. We hope it gave you a better understanding of the Exhibition and how you can support your child throughout the process.

If you were unable to attend, you can view the presentation slides here: LINK.

If you have any questions, please contact your child’s classroom teacher or email me at sgmuer@tnis.school.nz

To the Parents of Learners in the Performing Arts Showcase

Mon Jul 27 11:47am

We are looking forward to our showcase evenings on Tuesday and Wednesday. Our learners have been rehearsing and practising for weeks.

A reminder that parents are responsible for ensuring transportation of learners to and from the showcase and that learners need to be at school at 6:30 PM. TNIS does not recommend students walk or catch public transportation home after the event.

There is limited parking available at school; however, Smales Farm has free parking from 5:00 PM. We look forward to seeing parents on either Tuesday or Wednesday evening.

After School Table Tennis Competition – Wednesday

Fri Jul 24 08:46am

Hi All, 

There is one spot left to fill for the after school table tennis competition. If you are interest please let me know as soon as you can. 

Venue: North Harbour Table Tennis Association, 5A Akoranga Drive, Northcote. (Behind the YMCA)

When: Games are played between 5.00pm and 7.00pm on Wednesday evenings. The competition for Term 3 starts on Wednesday 29th July 2026 and runs for Term 3.

Cost: $45 per player for Term 3

Please email me today if you wish to be considered / participate. 

cneal@tnis.school.nz

Thanks 

School Transition Project Parent Survey 2026/2027

Thu Jul 23 06:01pm

Each year TNIS works with the Attendance Services on a region wide project which supports the transitions of all students moving between schools across Rodney and the North Shore.

The data we are collecting here is for information purposes only, and does NOT constitute enrolment at any of the schools you nominate.

We would really appreciate you completing this form by Sunday 9th August 2026.

Thank you for your assistance.

TNIS Cross Country – Competitive Runners

Wed Jul 22 05:49pm

Hi All, 

Takapuna Normal Intermediate School is excited to be hosting our Competitive Cross Country Trial for students interested in representing TNIS at the North Harbour Zone Cross Country Championships.

Date: Tuesday 28th July 2026
Time: Block Two (11:00am – 12:30pm)
Venue: TNIS School Grounds and surrounding course

Sign ups are completed through the daily notices. Please ensure if you child wants to participate in this event, this has been done. 

Parent Volunteers Needed

To ensure the event runs safely and smoothly, we require parent volunteers to assist with marshalling the course and supervising key areas. If you are available to help, please contact Cameron Neal at cneal@tnis.school.nz 

Your support is greatly appreciated and helps make opportunities like this possible for our student

For more information please read through the letter attached. 

Basketball Registartions Semester 2

Wed Jul 22 02:03pm

Hi All,

Basketball Registrations – Semester 2

If your child would like to be considered for basketball team for selections and play in the Semester 2 competition, please ensure they are registered via Kindo. Registrations will remain open until 6:00pm tonight, so please complete your child’s registration as soon as possible to ensure they are considered for team selections.

The Semester 2 competition will begin on Monday, 3rd August 2026, with a competition duration of 13 weeks, including 4 weeks of grading and 2 weeks of play-offs/finals. The fee is $135 per player, payable through Kindo.

Any late registrations may not be consider due to the time frame. 

Any questions or concerns with registrations please get a hold of cneal@tnis.school.nz

Exhibition Whānau Information Evening, Wednesday 22 July, at 7:00 pm

Tue Jul 21 04:17pm

Kia Ora,

Our Exhibition Whānau Information Evening is tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July, at 7:00 pm in the School Library.

This evening is an opportunity to learn about what the PYP Exhibition involves, what your child will be doing throughout the process, and how you can best support them at home. Having a clear understanding of the Exhibition will help you support your child to succeed.

We look forward to seeing our Year 8 whānau there!

Basketball Semester 2 Re-trials

Tue Jul 21 01:46pm

TNIS is offering students the opportunity to attend basketball re-trials for the Semester 2 after-school competition.

These re-trials provide players with the chance to be reassessed for team placement. This may include opportunities for students to progress to a higher team, move to a team that better matches their current skill level, or be placed in a team that best suits their development.

If you are happy with your Semester 1 team placement, you do not need to attend the re-trials. Players who are satisfied with their current team will automatically remain in consideration for that team. However, please note that some teams may require minor reshuffling due to player availability, withdrawals, and team numbers to ensure balanced teams across the competition.

Trial Dates:

Wednesday 22nd July – 3:15pm–4:00pm, TNIS Basketball Courts
Thursday 23rd July – 7:30am–8:15am, YMCA (The Y), 5 Akoranga Drive, Northcote, Auckland 0627

The re-trials will be conducted by North Harbour Basketball and will be closed trials (parents will not be able to observe).

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. I apologise for the late notice—due to venue availability and scheduling constraints, we were only recently able to confirm these trial times.

Further information regarding teams will be sent out after the re-trials.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

 

Term 3, 2026

Sun Jul 19 06:18pm

Kia ora TNIS Whānau,

We look forward to welcoming all learners back to school tomorrow for the start of Term 3.

The holiday break has once again been a productive time on site, with new carpet installed in several classrooms, new benchtops, playground shade installations and new astroturf underway outside Rooms 21-23, Rooms 5-6 and Rooms 11-12, and a range of maintenance tasks completed to ensure our school remains a welcoming learning environment.

Term 3 is shaping up to be an exciting one, filled with learning experiences and opportunities for our learners to shine. Key events this term include:

Parent meetings – Thursday 23 July 3.30-6.00 pm (Please note: Room 14’s parent meetings will be held Thursday 30 July – the booking link will be sent out shortly)

Kapa Haka Matariki Concert at WGHS – Friday 24 July
Performing Arts Showcase evenings – Tuesday 28, Wednesday 29 July

The Belmont Sports Exchange -Wednesday 12 August

The TNIS School Speech Competition mid August

AIMS Games in Tauranga – 7 to 11 September

The Year 7 Passion Project Presentations – Wednesday 2,

Thursday 3, Friday 4 September

The Year 8 IB PYP Exhibition – Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 September

We encourage families to stay connected and informed through our school website, the TNIS School App, and our official Facebook page, which provides updates and reminders throughout the term.

A few important reminders:

Note the new location of bike racks – bikes and scooters will no longer be parked in the courtyard. These can now be stored and parked behind Rooms 5 and 6, as well as the limited space near the art room and the hall. Bikes and Scooters must be walked into the school grounds. Any learners on e-scooters are expected to follow road rules and wear helmets and fluro vests.

Learners are expected to arrive and leave school in full school uniform, unless participating in a Zone Day, where they can come to school in their PE gear, including sports shoes.

For safety reasons, the front car park is closed from 2:55 pm to 3:15 pm daily to allow learners to exit school grounds safely. There is limited parking in our school car park, but additional parking is available in the overflow car park by the Adventure Playground. There are also places near the school where your child could meet you after school. Please note that you can only exit to the left from our school car park until the three school buses have departed.

Due to the uncertainty of the weather, we recommend that every learner has a raincoat or umbrella in their school bag every day. We also recommend wearing covered-in shoes, rather than sandals, at this time of year. Sandals cannot be worn with socks. 

Attendance and lateness: Regular attendance is crucial and is a government initiative that we fully support. If your child is absent, please notify us by email, the school app, or by phoning the office every day that they are away. The school day begins at 8:45 a.m. Please support your child to be here and ready to start the day at least 15 minutes before this. Arriving late disrupts the learning of others and is disruptive to teachers who have prepared lessons. If you need support to help improve your child’s attendance for any reason, please let your child’s classroom teacher know or contact Sandy Harford. sharford@tnis.school.nz

Enrolments are open for 2027 Y7 learners and we look forward to showing them around our school over the coming weeks.

See you all tomorrow!

Ngā mihi nui,
TNIS Senior Leadership Team

Out of Zone Ballot

Fri Jul 03 05:16pm

Please visit our website for enrolment information, including the online enrolment form.

 

Term 2 Final Newsletter

Fri Jul 03 04:04pm

 

Newsletter: Term 2 Final Newsletter

Badminton – After School Competition Term 3

Fri Jul 03 10:31am

Hi All, 

Badminton North Harbour Run a competition for students to be apart of for Term 3. Registrations for this are now open on Kindo. Please register if you are wishing to participate for Term 3. 

Closing date for Registrations: 3pm Thursday 9th July 2026.(Please make sure that you register in time as late registrations cannot be guaranteed.)

Venue: North Harbour Badminton, Forrest Hill and Constellation Drive.

Game dates:  BOYS – Every Monday starting Monday 27th of July. GIRLS – Every Tuesday starting Tuesday 28th of July. 

Time: 4.00pm – 5.30pm 

Cost: $55.00 per player 

Teams: Made up of 4 to 6 players.

Competition: Will run for 8 Weeks (no game time during AIMS games week) 

Grade: A Grade – is for players that have played before. B Grade is for players that are new to badminton. (this will also be number dependant) 

Uniform and equipment needed: Learners are to wear their TNIS PE uniform and suitable non-marking footwear. Learners will need their own racket.

For more information please read through the letter attached or contact Cameron (Director of Sport) at cneal@tnis.school.nz 

Badminton Information Letter

Basketball Semester 2 – Registrations

Thu Jul 02 02:16pm

Hi All, 

Basketball Registrations for Semester Two is now open. You can find the registration on Kindo under Team sports tab. Please complete if you are wishing to continue/start playing basketball for TNIS in the second half of the year. 

Dates: Semester Two starts on Monday, 3rd August 2026 and runs for 13 weeks (includes 4 weeks of grading and 2 weeks of play-offs/finals. There is no play during the school holidays.

Cost: $135 per player for the semester

For more information regarding teams, retrials and information about basketball please check out the letter attached below. 

For more information or questions please get in touch with me at cneal@tnis.school.nz 

 

Basketball Semester Two information

Registrations for Term 3 Pickleball, Squash, and Table Tennis are Open on Kindo

Thu Jul 02 12:16pm

Hi All, 

If you wish to register your child for Pickleball, Squash, or Table Tennis for Term 3. Registrations are now open on Kindo. You will find these under the sport teams fees tab. Please make sure to complete payment and answer the following questions for registration to be considered for term 3. 

More information can be found on Kindo and the letters attached. 

If you wish for more information, feel free to contact me at cneal@tnis.school.nz 

Table Tennis Term 3 Information

Pickleball Term 3 Information

Squash Term 3 Information

TNIS Performing Arts Showcase – Term 3 Week 2

Wed Jul 01 12:03pm

Dear Parents / Guardians,

Our Performing Arts showcase is coming up next term. Here are the details for your calendar. 

TNIS Showcase Evenings (Term 3, Week 2)

Dates: Tuesday, 28 July, and Wednesday, 29 July
Time:

Performer Drop-Off: 6:30 PM

Concert: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Important: All performers will perform on both nights so that we have enough seats in our hall for all family members. 
We ask that families choose one night to attend the concert to ensure there is space for everyone.

Uniform Shop Holiday Hours

Wed Jul 01 11:32am

 

Mid-Year Reporting Information for Parents and Whānau

Tue Jun 30 12:33pm

 

Please click here to read

Cultural Fortnight Food Truck Tuesday at TNIS – 30 June!

Mon Jun 29 09:46pm

Kia ora TNIS Whānau,

We are excited to announce that our TNIS Cultural Fortnight Food Truck Tuesday event is back for another year! 

This event will take place on Tuesday, 30 June 2026! 

It is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the diversity within our school community by enjoying a variety of delicious international foods. The food truck vendors attending include:

Akemi’s Goyza
Pickdognz
Karaage Boy
One More
Hungarian Twister  
Bear Gelato
Bubble Tea

Please take a moment to review the attached menus with your tamariki and decide what they’d like to eat. They could share with a buddy or just order something for themselves.  

Please note that we do not know the exact ingredients in these dishes, so learners with food allergies should not purchase food for safety reasons. 

Remember to bring cash or a money card for purchasing food from the trucks. 

 

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING WILL NOT BE ATTENDING:

Let’s Bretzel

Mumma Bears

Pioneer Pies

 

Ngā mihi,

Becks Spurdle-Fisher

Director of ESOL

MENU PDF

UPDATED DATES: PYP Exhibition (PYPX) 2026

Mon Jun 29 04:46pm

Our apologies, there have been changes to the dates.

PYP Exhibition (PYPX) 2026

IMPORTANT DATES: 

Timeframe: Week 3 to Week 10, Term 3

Parent information evening: 22nd July, 7 pm in our school library

Community viewing evening:

Rimu, Rātā & Mānuka – Tuesday 22nd September (3.30pm-5pm) 

Kōwhai, Tōtara & Kauri – Wednesday 23rd September (3.30pm-5pm)

It is that time of year again: the PYP Exhibition (PYPX). The PYP Exhibition is undertaken during a learner’s final year of the PYP programme. In our case, this is our Year 8 learners. It is a chance for learners to identify, investigate and take action on real-life issues and problems facing themselves, their communities and our world. It is an opportunity to authentically develop their ability to collaborate with a range of people (peers and adults), 21st-century skills and Learner Profile Attributes. 

At the culmination of their journey, we open up our kura for our community to come and view our PYPX. This will take place on Tuesday, 22nd September and Wednesday, 23rd September. 

Whilst the Year 8 learners are working on their Exhibition, our Year 7 learners will be inquiring into ‘How We Organise Ourselves’, focusing on the Central Idea: We organise ourselves to achieve common goals. 

Please read these slides if you would like further information about the PYPX. There will also be a whānau information evening at 7 pm on 22nd July in our school library. 

PYP Exhibition (PYPX) 2026

Mon Jun 29 02:31pm

PYP Exhibition (PYPX) 2026

IMPORTANT DATES: 

Timeframe: Week 3 to Week 10, Term 3

Parent information evening: 22nd July, 7 pm in our school library

Community viewing evening:

Rimu, Rātā & Mānuka – Tuesday 22nd September (3.30pm-5pm) 

Kōwhai, Tōtara & Kauri – Wednesday 23rd September (3.30pm-5pm)

It is that time of year again: the PYP Exhibition (PYPX). The PYP Exhibition is undertaken during a learner’s final year of the PYP programme. In our case, this is our Year 8 learners. It is a chance for learners to identify, investigate and take action on real-life issues and problems facing themselves, their communities and our world. It is an opportunity to authentically develop their ability to collaborate with a range of people (peers and adults), 21st-century skills and Learner Profile Attributes. 

At the culmination of their journey, we open up our kura for our community to come and view our PYPX. This will take place on Tuesday, 22nd September and Wednesday, 23rd September. 

Whilst the Year 8 learners are working on their Exhibition, our Year 7 learners will be inquiring into ‘How We Organise Ourselves’, focusing on the Central Idea: We organise ourselves to achieve common goals. 

Please read these slides if you would like further information about the PYPX. There will also be a whānau information evening at 7 pm on 22nd July in our school library. 

Free Non-Uniform Day – Tuesday 30 June

Mon Jun 29 11:02am

Tomorrow, Tuesday, the 30th of June, will be a free non-uniform day for all learners. This is due to the great behaviour we have been seeing at morning tea and lunch. There is no payment for this non-uniform day. Tōtara learners will be in specialist technology classes and will still need to wear closed shoes and have their hair tied up while in class.

내일, 6월 30일 화요일은 모든 학생들을 위한 무료 사복 착용의 날입니다. 이는 아침 간식 시간과 점심 시간에 보여준 훌륭한 행동 때문입니다. 이 사복 착용의 날에는 별도의 비용이 들지 않습니다. Tōtara 학생들은 전문 기술 수업에 참여하게 되며, 수업 중에는 여전히 앞이 막힌 신발을 착용하고 머리를 묶어야 합니다.

 

明天，即 6 月 30 日星期二，将是所有学习者的一个免费便装日。这是因为我们在上午茶和午餐时间看到了他们非常好的表现。这个便装日无需支付任何费用。Tōtara 学习者将参加专业技术课程，在上课期间仍需要穿着包头鞋并把头发扎起来

Netball Notice from North Harbour Netball – Please read if involved with netball at TNIS

Mon Jun 29 10:48am

(please read if involved with netball) 

Hi All, 

All calls made my umpires must be respected and abided by whether teams agree or disagree.

What cannot happen is:

– Approaching the umpires at any point during or after the game to talk about calls.
– Yelling at umpires and expressing game dissatisfaction.
– Instructing umpires on what to do.

What can happen is:

– Coaches instruct players to adjust play.
– Coaches and send their captain to the umpires during quarter breaks and ask to clarify a rule.
– Report issues to control room for observation.
 

Teams and spectators are to support and cheer and guide their players on the sideline. Keep the environment supportive, constructive, and encouraging.

Games are unpredictable and there are times where they can turn pear shaped. However, in those moments it is important that no one approaches players, team management or spectators from the opposing side and tell them what they should do or how to play. During game play (alongside general coaching) coaches have a role in recognising their players behaviours and advising them to adjust play when required. Umpires should have control of games in these moments and if not, report to the control room for help.

If there is an issue send someone to the control room for help/assistance. It is important to come during games so staff can observe what the issue is.

Important Safety Reminder – Bikes and Scooters

Thu Jun 25 05:02pm

We have seen a concerning increase in incidents involving bikes and scooters before and after school, including several recent accidents where students have been knocked over or knocked from their scooters. We have also received an increasing number of complaints from members of the public regarding unsafe behaviour by our students travelling to and from school.

Parents and caregivers need to be aware that many modern bikes and scooters are capable of travelling at speeds that are simply not appropriate for busy footpaths, shared pathways, crossings and school travel routes during peak times. Students must understand that speed, stopping distance, visibility and awareness of others all play a significant role in keeping everyone safe.

We ask all families to discuss safe riding expectations with their children. Students should:
• Ride at a safe speed appropriate to the conditions and the number of people around them.
• Slow down significantly around pedestrians, younger children and road crossings.
• Be courteous and respectful to other pathway users.
• Understand that arriving home a minute earlier is never worth risking injury to themselves or others.

The consequences of poor decisions can be serious. The last thing any of us wants is a child injured because they were travelling too fast, not paying attention, or taking unnecessary risks.

Please also remember that students who bring bikes and scooters to school do so at their own risk. While we provide storage areas, the school accepts no responsibility for loss, theft or damage. Families choosing to send expensive bikes or scooters to school should carefully consider the risks associated with doing so.

We appreciate your support in reinforcing these messages at home. Keeping our students safe is a shared responsibility between school and families.

Korean Translation

중요! 자전거 및 대형 스쿠터(킥보드) 안전 관련 안내문
최근에 등하교 전후로 학생들이 부딪혀 넘어지거나 스쿠터에서 떨어지는 등 자전거 및 스쿠터와 관련된 우려스러운 사고가 여러 건 발생했습니다. 또한, 등/하교시 학생들의 위험한 행동과 관련하여 지역 주민들로부터 접수되는 민원도 늘고 있습니다.

학부모 및 보호자 여러분께서는 최근의 많은 자전거와 스쿠터가 통행량이 많은 보도, 공용 보행로, 건널목 및 혼잡한 시간대의 등하교 길에서 위험한 속도로 달릴 수 있다는 점을 인지하셔야 합니다. 학생들 역시 속도, 제동 거리, 시야 확보, 그리고 타인에 대한 주의가 모두의 안전을 지키는 데 얼마나 중요한 역할을 하는지 반드시 이해해야 합니다.

모든 가정에서는 자녀와 함께 안전한 주행 수칙에 대해 이야기 나누어 주시기를 부탁드립니다. 학생들은 다음 사항을 준수해야 합니다:

주변 환경과 유동 인구 수에 맞는 안전한 속도로 주행하기.
보행자, 어린 자녀, 그리고 건널목 주변에서는 속도를 크게 줄이기.
보행로를 이용하는 다른 사람들에게 예의를 갖추고 배려하기.
집에 1분 더 일찍 도착하는 것이 자신이나 타인을 부상의 위험에 빠뜨릴 만큼 가치 있는 일이 아님을 명심하기.
잘못된 선택의 결과는 심각할 수 있습니다. 과속, 전방 주시 태만, 또는 불필요한 위험을 감수함으로 인해 아이가 다치는 것은 아무도 원치 않는 일입니다.

또한, 자전거와 스쿠터를 학교에 가지고 오는 것은 학생 본인의 책임 하에 이루어진다는 점을 유념해 주시기 바랍니다. 학교에서 보관 장소를 제공하긴 하지만, 분실, 도난 또는 파손에 대해서는 어떠한 책임도 지지 않습니다. 고가의 자전거 혹은 스쿠터를 학교에 보내기로 결정하신 가정에서는 이와 관련된 위험성을 신중히 고려하시기 바랍니다.

가정에서 이러한 지침을 다시 한번 강조해 주시고 협조해 주심에 깊은 감사를 드립니다. 우리 학생들의 안전을 지키는 것은 학교와 가정이 함께 짊어진 공동의 책임입니다.

Mandarin Translation

重要！关于自行车及大型电动滑板车安全的通知
近期，在学生上下学前后，发生了多起令人担忧的自行车及电动滑板车相关事故，例如学生相互碰撞摔倒或从电动滑板车上跌落等。此外，关于学生上下学时危险行为的投诉也日益增多。

各位家长及监护人请务必意识到，近期许多自行车和滑板车在车流量大的人行道、公共步行道、人行横道以及上下学高峰时段的路上，可能会以危险的速度行驶。学生们也必须理解，速度、制动距离、视野以及对他人注意力的保持，对于保障大家的安全是多么重要。

恳请所有家庭与子女共同探讨安全骑行守则。学生必须遵守以下事项：

根据周围环境和行人流量，以安全速度骑行。
在行人、儿童以及人行横道附近大幅减速。
对使用人行道的其他人保持礼貌并予以体谅。
切记，为了早到家一分钟而让自己或他人面临受伤风险，绝非值得之事。
错误的选择可能带来严重后果。超速、未注意前方路况或冒不必要的风险导致孩子受伤，这是任何人都不愿看到的。

此外，请注意，将自行车和滑板车带到学校需由学生自行承担责任。虽然学校会提供存放场所，但对于丢失、被盗或损坏，学校概不负责。决定让孩子将昂贵的自行车或滑板车带到学校的家庭，请慎重考虑与此相关的风险。

衷心感谢各位家长在家中再次强调这些指导方针并予以配合。保障学生的安全是学校和家庭共同肩负的责任。

URGENT: Food Truck Friday POSTPONED

Thu Jun 25 10:32am

Due to the weather forecast for Friday, we are postponing Food Truck Friday until next week. This means all learners will need to bring their lunch or order from the school cafe.

When the day is confirmed, we will let everyone know.

Changes to HPV immunisation in schools from Term 3 – Message from Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora

Tue Jun 23 12:02pm

Information for Parents and Caregivers

TNIS Newsletter: Term 2 Week 9

Fri Jun 19 04:07pm

 

Newsletter: Term 2 Week 9

Jammies For June

Tue Jun 16 11:32am

As a school, we are getting behind the “Jammies for June” campaign. This wonderful initiative helps provide warm pyjamas and blankets for children in need, ensuring they stay warm and healthy during winter.

How You Can Help:

Donate New Jammies or Blankets: If you would like to contribute, please bring NEW pyjamas or blankets. These donations can be dropped off in Room 4 or 11. Let’s make a difference!

The last day for donations is Friday, 26th June.
For more information, here is their website – https://www.jammiesforjune.org.nz/ 

Cultural Fortnight Food Truck Friday at TNIS – 26 June!

Mon Jun 15 04:03pm

Kia ora TNIS Whānau,

We are excited to announce that our TNIS Cultural Fortnight Food Truck Friday event is back for another year! 

This event will take place on Friday, 26 June 2026! 

It is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the diversity within our school community by enjoying a variety of delicious international foods. The food truck vendors attending include:

Let’s Bretzel
Pioneer Pies
Akemi’s Goyza
Pickdognz
Karaage Boy
One More
Mumma Bears
Hungarian Twister  
Bear Gelato
Bubble Tea

Please take a moment to review the attached menus with your tamariki and decide what they’d like to eat. They could share with a buddy or just order something for themselves.  

Please note that we do not know the exact ingredients in these dishes, so learners with food allergies should not purchase food for safety reasons. 

Remember to bring cash or a money card for purchasing food from the trucks. 

Ngā mihi,

Becks Spurdle-Fisher

Director of ESOL

PYP Exhibition: Calling our ‘Community Experts’

Mon Jun 15 01:46pm

It is that time of year again – the PYP Exhibition (PYPX) starts in Week 3, Term 3. The PYP Exhibition is a chance for learners to identify, investigate and take action on real-life issues. More information to come. 

A crucial part of the process is encouraging learners to gather information from primary sources, such as experts in their chosen area, field, passion, or interest. 

If you have an area of expertise and are willing to be contacted by a group of learners, please fill in this form. Further information and details of what this support may look like are detailed in the form. 

Teachers may reach out to you in due course. 

Ngā mihi nui

Reminder – Assessment and Reporting Evening

Mon Jun 15 12:46pm

 

Traditional/Cultural Dress Day – Friday 19 June

Mon Jun 15 10:02am

Kia ora whānau,

We are really looking forward to celebrating Traditional/Cultural Dress Day on Friday 19 June as part of our Cultural Fortnight.

Learners are warmly invited and encouraged to wear traditional or cultural dress that reflects their heritage. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate and share the diversity and identity within our TNIS community, and we would love to have as many learners as possible involved and getting on board with this special day.

A gentle reminder that this is not a non-uniform day.

Ngā mihi,
Yvette Wong

ASSESSMENT & REPORTING: information evening

Thu Jun 11 01:02pm

UPDATED VENUE: Now in the School Library

 

Assessment and Reporting – Parent Information Evening

Tue Jun 09 11:34am

 

Lockdown Drill Review

Mon Jun 08 04:31pm

Dear Whanau

As previously indicated, Takapuna Normal Intermediate School has been working with an independent company, Harrison Tew®, which specialises in Emergency Management Plans for schools and educational facilities.  The procedures implemented allow us to respond safely and quickly to a range of circumstances.

Today, on the 8th of June, we conducted a school-wide lockdown exercise under the guidance of Harrison Tew®.  We are pleased to inform you that our students responded safely, maturely and with a sense of controlled urgency.

The lockdown is now a part of our emergency procedures.  We will implement emergency protocol exercises twice a year to ensure all staff and students remain familiar with our processes.

Should you hear of a lockdown or evacuation at the school, please do not attend or phone, as we will not be able to respond.  Your presence or contact may make it more difficult for us or the emergency services to manage a situation.

Any information regarding an emergency at the school will be updated via our school app and will then appear on the school website

We thank you for your support.

TNIS SLT

Lockdown Practice Concluded

Mon Jun 08 03:32pm

We have completed our lockdown exercise and all students, staff and persons on-site are safely accounted for.  Everyone did extremely well and responded to instructions.  A notice will be going out to parents/caregivers tonight to provide some more information about our emergency lockdown procedures.

I would like to personally thank you for your support while we conduct these practices.  

Kind regards – Zane Wilson, Principal 

Lockdown Practice

Mon Jun 08 03:28pm

Takapuna Normal Intermediate School is conducting a lockdown exercise.  This is how you will be notified in the first instance, should a lockdown occur at the school.  Please do not come to the school or phone the school as you will not be attended to.  Your assistance and cooperation are appreciated.  All further updates will be provided on the school website www.tnis.school.nz

Lockdown practice

Mon Jun 08 03:19pm

Takapuna Normal Intermediate School is conducting a lockdown exercise.  This is not a real incident.  Please monitor website www.tnis.school.nz for updates. 

Lockdown practice

Mon Jun 08 03:16pm

Takapuna Normal Intermediate School is conducting a lockdown exercise.  This is not a real incident.  Please monitor website www.tnis.school.nz for updates. 

Lockdown Practice – 2:15 PM – Monday 8th June

Fri Jun 05 05:03pm

TNIS will have a lockdown practice on Monday, the 8th of June. 

Like our evacuation drills, these procedures are mandatory for health and safety, ensuring students know what to do in unlikely emergencies.

During this drill, parents will NOT be able to collect children. If you have an appointment, please consider picking up your child before 1:00 PM (Lunchtime), as the office will be locked during the practice.

You will receive an app alert message from the school when we go into this practice lockdown and another message when it has been completed.  We expect that the practice will be finished by 2.45PM.

Newsletter: Term 2 Week 7

Fri Jun 05 04:05pm

 

Newsletter Term 2 Week 7 

Lockdown Practice – 2:15 PM – Monday 8th June

Thu Jun 04 01:02pm

TNIS will have a lockdown practice on Monday, the 8th of June. 

Like our evacuation drills, these procedures are mandatory for health and safety, ensuring students know what to do in unlikely emergencies.

During this drill, parents will NOT be able to collect children. If you have an appointment, please consider picking up your child before 1:00 PM (Lunchtime), as the office will be locked during the practice.

TNIS Scarves Now Available On Kindo – Limited Stock

Fri May 29 02:02pm

You can now buy your TNIS merino wool blend scarf through kindo – limited stock.

 

AIMS Games Individual Registrations – Close Tomorrow (Friday)

Thu May 28 04:03pm

Hi All, 

Individual entries for AIMS games 2026 close tomorrow at 3pm. Please complete registration through Kindo if you wish to attend. Please email – cneal@tnis.school.nz when you have completed registration. Thanks to all that have registered so far. 

Team Sports – Teams will be named over the next few weeks. After trials, and discussions with coaches. 

If you have any further questions about AIMS Games, please contact cneal@tnis.school.nz

Thanks Cameron Neal (Director of Sport at TNIS) 

 

 

Teacher Only Day Tomorrow, Friday 29 May, Long Weekend

Thu May 28 12:01pm

This is a reminder that school will be closed from Friday, 29 May, to Monday, 1 June. This period includes a Teacher Only Day where staff will be working on the latest Ministry curriculum developments, and the public holiday for King’s Birthday on Monday. TNIS will reopen on Tuesday, June 2.

Have a great long weekend, and stay safe. We look forward to seeing all our learners back on Tuesday 2 June.

Korean 

학교 휴교 안내

저희는 5월 29일 금요일부터 6월 1일 월요일까지 휴교입니다. 5월 29일은 교직원 연수일(Teacher Only Day)로 모든 교사들이 최신 뉴질랜드 커리큘럼 보수교육 및 회의에 참석할 예정이며, 6월 1일 월요일은 국경일(King’s Birthday)로 공휴일입니다.
학교는 6월 2일 화요일에 다시 문을 엽니다.

즐거운 긴 연휴 보내시고, 안전하게 지내시길 바랍니다. 

2일 화요일에 모든 학생들을 다시 만나기를 기대합니다.

Mandarin

学校放假通知

我们学校将于5月29日（星期五）至6月1日（星期一）放假。5月29日是教师培训日（Teacher Only Day），所有教师都计划参加最新的新西兰课程培训和会议。6 月 1 日（星期一）是公共假日（国王生日)。

学校将于6月2日（星期二）重新开学。

祝大家度过一个愉快而安全的长周末，期待在星期二与所有学生再次见面。

Japanese 

休校のお知らせ

当校は5月29日(金)から6月1日(月)まで休校となります。5月29日(金)は 教職員研修日 (Teacher Only Day）で、すべての教師が最新のニュージーランドカリキュラム教育と会議に出席する予定で、6月1日(月)は祝日(国王の誕生日)となります。

学校は6月2日(火)に再開いたします。

どうぞ楽しい連休をお過ごしください。2日火曜日にすべての生徒の皆さんに再びお会いできるのを楽しみにしています。

Non-Uniform Day Tomorrow – 28th May

Wed May 27 05:18pm

On Thursday, the 28th of May, we are having a non-uniform day for something very special.

Recently, Mr Ramdhanie from Room 8 was very sick and needed CPR, which he got from some amazing firefighters who saved his life. Next Thursday, we’re going to raise money for the New Zealand Firefighters Welfare Society.

This is a donation non-uniform day, which means learners need to donate to wear non-uniform. You can do this through Kindo, or learners can bring a gold coin on the day.

This is a day to show our appreciation to the New Zealand Firefighters who do so much for us, and even helped save Mr Ramdhanie! So dig deep and donate.

 

Teacher Only Day Friday 29 May, Long Weekend

Mon May 25 11:14am

This is a reminder that school will be closed from Friday, 29 May, to Monday, 1 June. This period includes a Teacher Only Day where staff will be working on the latest Ministry curriculum developments, and the public holiday for King’s Birthday on Monday. TNIS will reopen on Tuesday, June 2.

Have a great long weekend, and stay safe. We look forward to seeing all our learners back on Tuesday 2 June.

Korean 

학교 휴교 안내

저희는 5월 29일 금요일부터 6월 1일 월요일까지 휴교입니다. 5월 29일은 교직원 연수일(Teacher Only Day)로 모든 교사들이 최신 뉴질랜드 커리큘럼 보수교육 및 회의에 참석할 예정이며, 6월 1일 월요일은 국경일(King’s Birthday)로 공휴일입니다.
학교는 6월 2일 화요일에 다시 문을 엽니다.

즐거운 긴 연휴 보내시고, 안전하게 지내시길 바랍니다. 

2일 화요일에 모든 학생들을 다시 만나기를 기대합니다.

Mandarin

学校放假通知

我们学校将于5月29日（星期五）至6月1日（星期一）放假。5月29日是教师培训日（Teacher Only Day），所有教师都计划参加最新的新西兰课程培训和会议。6 月 1 日（星期一）是公共假日（国王生日)。

学校将于6月2日（星期二）重新开学。

祝大家度过一个愉快而安全的长周末，期待在星期二与所有学生再次见面。

Japanese 

休校のお知らせ

当校は5月29日(金)から6月1日(月)まで休校となります。5月29日(金)は 教職員研修日 (Teacher Only Day）で、すべての教師が最新のニュージーランドカリキュラム教育と会議に出席する予定で、6月1日(月)は祝日(国王の誕生日)となります。

学校は6月2日(火)に再開いたします。

どうぞ楽しい連休をお過ごしください。2日火曜日にすべての生徒の皆さんに再びお会いできるのを楽しみにしています。