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Takapuna Grammar School

New Zealand, Auckland

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Boarding, Uniform and Food

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Boarding Arrangements

International students are accommodated through homestay arrangements with host families.

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform; students are required to wear it and must follow uniform guidelines; uniform items must be clean and worn correctly; current versions are available for purchase from the school uniform shop; a uniform pass can be issued if a student cannot wear the correct uniform; non-compliance without a valid pass can result in uniform detention.

House System

There are five houses; the house system connects the school to ceremony, house challenges and pastoral support; each house is overseen by a Deputy Principal in Charge and supported by Deans, Head of House, House leaders and Whanau Form Class Leaders.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a Board of Trustees.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Unlisted
Ages 13 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2069
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No

Takapuna Grammar School is a co-educational state school on Auckland's North Shore, New Zealand, serving Years 9-13. Notably, it was the first state school in New Zealand to be approved to offer the IB qualification, alongside NCEA. The school motto is "Per Angusta Ad Augusta" (Through endeavour to greatness). Extensive extracurricular opportunities include sport, music, performing arts, co-curricular clubs, and service organizations. The school maintains a Houses system and offers learning support, special education, and e-learning options.

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