Takapuna Normal Intermediate School

New Zealand, Auckland

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees NZ$15,640

Ages 10 - 13 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP)

Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Middle School

Introduction

Takapuna Normal Intermediate School (TNIS) welcomes families seeking a New Zealand intermediate experience with an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme alignment. Located at 26 Northcote Road, Takapuna, Auckland, TNIS serves learners aged 10 to 13 and follows the New Zealand Curriculum integrated with the IB PYP. The school uses an interdisciplinary, inquiry-led approach spanning English, Mathematics, Science, Te Reo Māori, Social Sciences, Arts, Technology, Health and Physical Education, and Languages. Te Reo Māori lessons occur weekly, with ongoing use of Māori language across classes. TNIS maintains its Normal School heritage through active partnerships with Initial Teacher Education providers; trainee teachers complete placements in classrooms each year. The campus features 24 classrooms plus six specialist rooms for Science, Music, Dance and Drama, Food Technology and Visual Art, a refurbished Desmond Withell Auditorium, a library, and a cafe. Extensive outdoor spaces, sport facilities, and a BYOD-enabled ICT environment support a broad programme.

26 Northcote Road, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

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The Essentials

Location

26 Northcote Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand. The school is located at 26 Northcote Road in Takapuna. It provides a designated Pick Up/Drop Off Zone to manage student arrivals and departures. Parking is limited at the site with traffic arrangements to reduce congestion around the school.

Stages

Year 7–8

Type

Intermediate

Additional learning support

ESOL support for international students; MLS teacher; Literacy Support programme.

Country affiliation

New Zealand

School day structure

The school day begins at 8:45 a.m. The Pick Up/Drop Off Zone closes at 2:45 p.m. and reopens to cars at 3:20 p.m. The front car park is closed from 2:55 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. daily to enable learner egress.

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Fees

Application / Administration fees

- Administration (application) fee: NZD 1,000 (non‑refundable) per enrolment. No additional administration fee is charged for a subsequent year or an extension of the enrolment.
- Designated caregiver administration fee (when the student stays with an approved designated caregiver): NZD 345 (non‑refundable).

Tuition fees (by enrolment period and per term) — International students

- Full year (4 terms) tuition: NZD 15,640 (equivalent to NZD 3,910 per term).
- Three terms tuition: NZD 11,730 (NZD 3,910 per term based on the school's term tariff).
- Two terms tuition: NZD 7,820 (NZD 3,910 per term).
- One term tuition: NZD 3,910.

Note: The tuition amounts include the school education levy, basic stationery, school event buses, specified online learning programs and the Yearbook where these are listed as included. An offer of place is issued together with an invoice for the applicable tuition.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- An offer of place is issued and an invoice for tuition fees is raised; fees must be paid by the invoice due date to secure the place. The school issues a receipt when payment is received; that receipt is used together with the Offer of Place for immigration purposes where required.
- Re‑enrolment for the following year must be completed by 30 September of the current year for continuing international learners.

(Invoice issuance, payment-by-due-date requirement, receipt issuance and re‑enrolment deadline are part of the school's enrolment and invoicing procedures.)

Boarding / accommodation fees

- The school does not operate a boarding hostel. International students must either live with at least one parent in New Zealand or with an approved Designated Caregiver. The designated caregiver arrangement carries the non‑refundable administration/supervision fee of NZD 345.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- Designated caregiver administration/supervision fee: NZD 345 (non‑refundable).
- Education outside the classroom (EOTC) / camp: approximately NZD 200 (payable in NZD; actual cost may vary by activity).
- Uniform (approximate cost): NZD 330 (dependent on number and choice of items purchased).
- Extra‑curricular activity fees (estimate): NZD 200 (varies by activity — sports, music tuition, dance, etc.).
- Additional costs that may arise for particular students include specialist music tuition, some after‑school sports programme fees, specific trip or overnight camp charges, and any insurance purchased through the school if required.

Refund information (summary of key points)

- Refunds of international student fees are considered only on written request to the school and are processed under the school's refund policy. Requests must include student details, the circumstances, the amount requested and nominated bank account details for any eligible refund.
- The following fees are non‑refundable: the Administration (application) fee, the Designated Caregiver admin fee, and a specified withdrawal administration fee (NZD 1,000) where applicable. The school may retain a portion of unused tuition fees to cover costs already incurred or committed.
- If a student's visa application is declined, a refund of tuition fees is available less any non‑refundable administration fee, provided the school receives evidence of Immigration NZ's visa refusal.

(Refund requests must follow the formal refund policy and supply the bank account details for the recipient account.)

Fee payment options and how to pay school charges

- The school uses a parent payment system (myKindo) for many day‑to‑day payments such as lunches, sports, trips, fundraising and other school activity charges. myKindo supports multiple payment methods including credit/debit card (processed via Stripe), POLi, Online EFTPOS and bank transfer top‑ups/withdrawals, depending on the myKindo configuration the family uses.
- Tuition and international enrolment invoices are issued with payment instructions. Parents are required to pay tuition by the invoiced due date; the school issues official receipts when payment is received. For activity and school shop payments, use of myKindo is standard practice for families.

Brief practical notes for parents (fees only)

- All international fees and listed additional costs are charged in New Zealand dollars (NZD) and are GST‑inclusive where indicated.
- Where a student will not be living with a parent, the Designated Caregiver fee applies and school‑approved arrangements are required.

Important amounts (at a glance, NZD)

- Tuition (4 terms / full year): NZD 15,640 (NZD 3,910 per term).
- Tuition (1 term): NZD 3,910.
- Administration (application) fee: NZD 1,000 (non‑refundable).
- Withdrawal administration fee (where applied): NZD 1,000 (non‑refundable).
- Designated caregiver admin fee: NZD 345 (non‑refundable).
- Typical EOTC / camp: ~NZD 200.
- Typical uniform purchase: ~NZD 330.
- Typical extra‑curricular estimate: ~NZD 200.

Academics

Curriculum

TNIS teaches the New Zealand Curriculum, supported by the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. It uses an interdisciplinary, integrated approach to learning. The curriculum covers English, Mathematics, Technology, Te Reo Māori, Languages, Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education, Science, Visual Art, Food Technology, Performance Art, STEAM, and Material Technology. English literacy is defined as the study, use, and enjoyment of the English language and its literature, with learning across oral, visual, and written forms. Te Reo Māori is taught in all classes with three instructional lessons per week in Term 1, focusing on korero, and Te Reo is used in classes throughout the school year. Languages are integrated into everyday life to celebrate diversity and promote intercultural understanding; Social Sciences use six Transdisciplinary Themes; Health and Physical Education emphasizes Hauora, well-being, attitudes and values, and social action.

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Admissions

1. In-zone applications: Families living inside the school zone complete an online enrolment application using the form linked below. Upload two pieces of evidence of home address (e.g. utility bills or tenancy agreement), a student identification document (birth certificate or passport, with visas if applicable), and the latest school report. Complete all caregiver contact details, including an additional emergency contact. If uploading documents is difficult, send them separately to enrolments@tnis.school.nz. Enrolments for 2027 will open on 1 July 2026. 2. Out-of-zone applications: Out-of-zone applications for the 2027 Year 7 learners are now closed. The ballot will be held for any available places on 9 September and the results will be emailed within three school days. Priority will be given to siblings and children of past pupils in line with the Enrolment Scheme and Ministry of Education Guidelines. For queries please email enrolments@tnis.school.nz. 3. International Student Applications: For information on enrolling an International Student, contact our International Director, Sophia Yang, at studynz@tnis.school.nz. 4. Information evenings: Information Evening Slides are available and a Parent Orientation Evening is offered. 5. 2027 Enrolments: Enrolments for 2027 will open on 1 July 2026.

Waitlist

Out-of-zone applications are processed via a ballot for any available places. The ballot is held on 9 September for any available places with results emailed within three school days. Priority is given to siblings and children of past pupils in accordance with the Enrolment Scheme and Ministry of Education Guidelines.

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FAQs

Where is Takapuna Normal Intermediate School located and what age range does it serve?

Takapuna Normal Intermediate School is at 26 Northcote Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand. It serves co-educational Year 7–8 students aged 10 to 13.

What curriculum does TNIS follow and how is IB involved?

TNIS teaches the New Zealand Curriculum and is supported by the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, using an interdisciplinary, integrated approach. Te Reo Māori is woven into daily learning across the year.

How are arrivals and departures managed at TNIS?

There is a designated Pick Up/Drop Off Zone to manage student arrivals and departures. Parking is limited and traffic arrangements are in place to reduce congestion around the school.

How do families enroll if they live in-zone or out-of-zone?

In-zone families submit an online enrolment with two pieces of evidence of home address, a student identification document, and the latest school report. Out-of-zone applications for 2027 were closed, with a ballot held on 9 September for any remaining places and results emailed within three school days.

Is there an application fee or a designated caregiver administration fee?

Yes. The Administration (application) fee is NZD 1,000 (non-refundable). If the student stays with an approved designated caregiver, the designated caregiver administration fee is NZD 345 (non-refundable).

What other costs should international families expect besides tuition?

Beyond tuition, you may incur Education outside the classroom (EOTC) / camp costs of approximately NZD 200, uniform costs around NZD 330, and extra-curricular activity fees estimated at NZD 200, varying by activity.

What subjects and learning approach does TNIS offer?

TNIS follows the New Zealand Curriculum with an IB-aligned framework, offering core subjects such as English, Mathematics, Te Reo Māori, Languages, Science, Social Sciences, and Arts, plus STEAM and Technology, all through an interdisciplinary, integrated approach.

How is Te Reo Māori taught and used at TNIS?

Te Reo Māori is taught in all classes with three instructional lessons per week in Term 1, and Te Reo is used in classes throughout the year. A Māori Education Plan focuses on Te Reo Māori and cultural identity to support learning and partnerships.

Are there digital learning resources and BYOD support?

Yes. All classrooms have high-speed internet and computers for learning, and BYOD is supported as part of the learning environment.

What specialist facilities does TNIS have for science, arts, and technology?

The campus includes six specialist classrooms for Science; Music, Dance and Drama; Food Technology; and Visual Art, plus a library and a renovated Desmond Withell Auditorium. There is a cafe on site and high-speed internet in all classrooms.

What are the sport and outdoor facilities like at TNIS?

TNIS has extensive outdoor areas for sport, including basketball courts and an adventure playground, with a wide range of sporting codes available for both boys and girls.

What about accessibility and the auditorium at TNIS?

The Desmond Withell Auditorium was renovated in early 2023 and features retractable bleacher seating, heating, AV equipment, a full kitchen, eight bathrooms (one accessible), and parking for about 25 vehicles, with access via the Taharoto Road entrance.

What STEAM and leadership opportunities exist at TNIS?

TNIS runs a STEAM program integrated with the NZ Curriculum, emphasising collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving. The school also offers Cultural, Performance, Service and Leadership groups that provide leadership opportunities.

What extracurricular activities are offered at TNIS?

The school offers after-school sports clubs and participation in events like Regional Zone Days and NZ AIMS, with a wide range of sports codes for both boys and girls, plus cultural events such as Food Truck Tuesday and Performing Arts Showcases.

How does TNIS support international students beyond language learning?

TNIS has an International Student Director and dedicated staff, with multilingual and ESOL support to help international learners access the full curriculum and participate in school life.

What wellbeing programs does TNIS run?

TNIS runs the Hauora Initiative, a structured wellbeing program focused on mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellness, supported by a Wellbeing Model and wellbeing journals to track progress.

How are EAL and SEN learners supported at TNIS?

Literacy Support and ESOL/Multi-language withdrawal programs provide in-class and withdrawal support, with WordChain to build phonological skills and MLS assistance for multilingual learners.

How does TNIS safeguard students?

Safeguarding policies are managed via School Docs, with formal safeguarding procedures to address concerns and protect learners.

Is there a school uniform and what does it include?

Yes, TNIS has a uniform that includes the TNIS jacket. Shoes must be plain black and sit below the ankle, socks in navy or black, hair tied if shoulder-length, and students wear their PE uniform for PE; sandals are allowed and bucket hats are worn for sun safety in Term 1 and Term 4.

Is boarding available at TNIS?

TNIS does not operate a boarding hostel. International students must live with a parent in New Zealand or with an approved designated caregiver, with the designated caregiver administration fee applied.

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