Kia ora TNIS Whānau,
It’s hard to believe we are already at the end of Week 6 of Term 1, and with that comes one of the most exciting experiences of the year – TNIS Camps!
Camps Begin in Week 7!
Next week, our learners will embark on their camp adventure, a key part of their growth and development at TNIS. Camp is not just about outdoor activities—it is an opportunity for students to develop independence, resilience, and collaboration skills in a setting away from the classroom. Through these experiences, our learners challenge themselves and build meaningful connections with their peers that will last them the rest of their time at TNIS.
A Huge Thank You to Our Parent Volunteers
Camps wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our parent volunteers, who have generously given their time to help. Your willingness to be part of this experience means so much to our staff and students, and we are truly grateful for your support in making camp a success.
Camp and the IB Learner Profile Attributes
At TNIS, our camps align with the values of the IB Learner Profile Attributes, helping students grow into:
Risk-Takers – Stepping outside their comfort zones to try new activities and embrace challenges.
Communicators – Working together to problem-solve, share ideas, and support one another.
Caring – Encouraging and uplifting peers, fostering a strong sense of teamwork and community.
Balanced – Understanding the importance of well-being, teamwork, and personal challenge in a holistic learning experience.
We are so excited to see our learners engage, grow, and thrive in this environment, and we look forward to sharing the highlights of camp with you all.
Ngā manaakitanga,
The Senior Leadership Team
Takapuna Normal Intermediate School
The Hauora Initiative - TNIS Wellbeing Model and Voices of Hope
Welcome to 2025. We hope that everyone has had a positive start to the year and is settling in well.
At TNIS the wellbeing of our staff and learners is important. We value our school community and endeavour to provide a supportive programme (The Hauora Initiative) that supports the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellness of us all. The TNIS Wellbeing Model is based on the mental health foundations ‘5 ways to wellbeing’. This is the language we use frequently across the school. The Te Whare Tapa Wha is around the outside as these are the four walls that are important to help strengthen our wellbeing.
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MusicHub Lessons
Our good friends at MusiqHub will have some spots free in 2025 for new students keen on Guitar and Drum lessons (held during school hours). For more info, or to get on the list, please get in touch with paul.barry@musiqhub.co.nz
We have an exciting event coming to Manukau for the first time ever. Parris Goebel has brought to NZ a brand new major event called The World Dance Crew Championship. It’s only fitting that the first time its run is at the home turf of the Palace Dance Studio.
We want to invite you Tamariki down to watch the best dance crews from around the world, including our own local legends The Royal Family & ID CO, take on top teams from the US, the Philippines, and beyond.
The event is at Due Drop Events Centre from April 13th – 19th, during the school holidays. With tickets priced at just $15–$20, plus, a further 10% off we hope to make it an affordable family experience. For the 10% off, please use the below directions:
Step one: Go to Eventfinda
Step two: Enter the presale code: SCHOOL10
This will be running from now until the 25th of March.
Please let us know how best to reach the parents of your school?
We appreciate your support and hope to see you there.
Contact Us
Email: office@tnis.school.nz
Website: tnis.school.nz
Location: 26 Northcote Road, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand
Phone: 09 489 3940