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PROSPECTUS 2020
Kia tupu, kia hua,
kia puawai
Ia akonga, tatou e
werohia me manaaki, na
ratou kia tutuki pai
Kia hanga he kaahui ako
kukume i runga i ngaa
hononga whakaute te
manaaki
To grow, to prosper
and to sustain
We challenge and
support each and every
learner to achieve and
extend their personal
best We create an
engaging learning
community based on
caring respectful
relationshipsWelcome to Melville Intermediate School
Tena Koutou Katoa – Greetings to you all and a warm welcome to all students and their
families.
Melville Intermediate has a commitment to provide a safe and supportive learning
environment where students achieve their “personal best”. Our teachers offer
personalised enrichment in a digital learning environment for each and every child in
their care. Together we strive to ensure your child is equipped with the skills,
knowledge, understanding and personal attributes necessary to continue as successful
learners at secondary school and beyond as life-long learners.
Our school specialises in meeting the learning needs of emerging adolescents in a
modern learning environment. This is reflected in our curriculum and student support
programmes. We recognise the importance of the trust you put in us to “get it right”
during these important years. Your trust is well placed. Melville Intermediate School has
a fine tradition of excellence and innovation. We are committed to excellence in
everything we do.
I invite you to find out why we are proud of our school. You are welcome to visit our
school at your convenience. Further details are available on our website.
(www.melvilleintermediate.school.nz)
We look forward to you joining our school and being an important part of our learning
community. We welcome and value the support and participation of our parents and
whaanau at all school activities and events. I give you my commitment that we will do
our very best to ensure that your child has the strongest possible foundation for their
studies at secondary school.
Yours sincerely
David Cooke JP
PRINCIPAL
MA (Honours)
Diploma of Teaching
Diploma of Education
Diploma in Management Studies
Diploma in Business Studies
MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | PROSPECTUS 2020 1Why choose Melville Intermediate School
We provide support and encouragement to every student for a
successful transition from primary to secondary school.
Personalised teaching to ensure each student has the opportunity to
reach their full potential in all aspects of achievement.
We help each student set challenging but achievable goals. Progress
is measured against National Curriculum levels.
We provide opportunities and programmes for students to
accelerate their learning and develop their special talents.
Our teachers are leaders and innovators in Education.
Specialist technology, art, drama and music programmes are
available to all students. Students experience 15 different
technologies across the year including the traditional Food and
Hard Materials tech.
A digital learning environment and computer access is provided
to all students at no cost to parents. Students are encouraged
to bring their own digital device if they choose. (BYOD)
Leadership qualities are encouraged and students are fully
involved in the running of the school, through our student
councilors.
We encourage traditional values of personal responsibility,
courtesy, respect and integrity through restorative practices.
School-wide innovative programmes that promote
restorative and non-bullying behaviours.
We have positive and powerful connections with parents,
whaanau and our community.
2 PROSPECTUS 2020 | MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLRaising Engagement and Achievement
LEARNING HOW TO LEARN
Students are encouraged to learn the skills they
need to be high achievers and successful in every
way.
BUILDING FOUNDATIONS
In partnership with home and whaanau we build an
academic foundation which motivates and
encourages children to become “lifelong learners”.
WORKING TOGETHER
Our school assessments, portfolios, learning profiles
and reports (twice a year) are designed to help
students “take the next steps” in their learning.
Regular parent-student-teacher conferences are
offered to support this partnership.
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
We have an emphasis on “inquiry learning” through
the use of digital technology by all students in every
classroom.
HIGHER THAN THE NATIONAL AVERAGE
We invest time in motivating and engaging
students. National testing with NZCER shows our
students’ engagement with learning is higher than
the national average.
Celebrating Success
Students are encouraged to be active participants in their own learning.
Students are encouraged to be proud of their achievements. Success is
acknowledged regularly through our “STARS” at Melville programme.
MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | PROSPECTUS 2020 3Choice and challenge In the curriculum
Melville Intermediate School offers a balanced In addition to our integrated classroom
and exciting curriculum. We have combined Year programme all students take part in a
comprehensive technology programme
7 and Year 8 classes. Our programme is carefully covering two years.
planned and integrated over the two years. Each
classroom offers enrichment and extension THIS INCLUDES:
opportunities for all students. Hard Materials (wood/metal/plastics)
Textiles Technology
Food Technology
Bio Technology (Enviroschools)
Electronic & Robotic Technology
Science and Technology
Information and Communications
Technology
All class teachers cover the core learning areas
with special emphasis on literacy and numeracy.
Within the classroom programme, teachers cater Art, Drama and Music
for each student’s academic needs and focus on
progress and personal excellence. Teachers work
hard to encourage positive and productive
relationships within their classes. We monitor
each child’s progress carefully and adjust the
teaching to provide a personalised programme of
learning. Students are encouraged to work hard in
well disciplined and stimulating classroom
environments.
Specialist teachers work with all students in
science, maths, te Reo Maaori, ICT (including
coding) drama, art and dance.
4 PROSPECTUS 2020 | MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLSpecialist programmes
Academic Extension Digital Technologies
Cluster Grouping in the NZ Curriculum
All classes are provided with enrichment opportunities We provide a digital learning environment to all our
which ensure that students are extended and students in every classroom. A digital approach supports
appropriately challenged in their individual learning needs our integrated programme where learning is motivating,
and strengths. Information on each student is provided on collaborative, challenging, exciting and effective. Children
enrolment forms, achievement data from primary schools may bring their own digital devices and laptop computers
and discussions with parents and previous teachers. Those to school to connect to our school network. In 2020
who excel in specific areas of learning are placed in cluster students and their parents can access much of their
classes to ensure they are extended and supported in their schoolwork and homework through our school website.
work.
We also offer extension classes in digital learning and
coding. Melville Intermediate encourages learners to bring
their own device. (BYOD)
Mathematics Grouping
All students are grouped in Mathematics according to their
ability and progress within each class. That grouping may Sports Academy
change during the year depending on an individual child’s
Students with sporting talents have opportunities to
rate of progress.
extend their skills within and beyond classroom activities.
Our Maths Programme is based on the acclaimed and
Students also have the opportunity to be part of a sports
successful “Prime Maths” programme.
academy. They then have the opportunity to apply to be
Accelerate activities are offered to students who excel in part of the Winter Olympics Sports camp in term 2 and
Mathematics. term 3.
Please complete the application form if you would like your
child to be considered for this programme.
Te Reo me ona tikanga Maaori
Our innovative Te Ara Poutama programme offers
opportunities to develop skills in te reo and tikanga Maaori Learning Support Programme
in a digital learning environment.
Every student’s level of learning is reviewed each term to
Please complete the application form if you would like your determine what additional learning support might be
child to be considered for this programme. needed. This can range from adjustments in individual
learning programmes to learning support assistance.
Kapa Haka is an important part of this programme.
MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | PROSPECTUS 2020 5Opportunities at Melville
Careers Education & Goal-setting
We take a two year approach to researching and developing
skills for students.
Choir
We have a strong school choir who perform at many school
events and competitions.
Melville Stars
Computers Our students’ artistic and musical talent is showcased in a
We have over 100 networked computers in our classrooms talent show every two years.
together with more than 100 school chromebooks. Students
are also encouraged to bring their own digital devices to assist Gallagher Aquatic Centre
their learning. Laptops, tablets and I-pads are all acceptable Modern swimming facilities are located just 500m from our
and work well on our wi-fi network. All student use is filtered school. Swim Tech is held on a Monday by a trained swimming
and monitored. instructor for all students to develop their swimming skills.
Kapa Haka Gymnasium complex
We continue the tradition of having a strong kapa haka group We have a comprehensive gymnasium complete with three
in the school with professional and highly skilled tutors. separate activity spaces, including a basketball court
Specialised physical education teachers are an important part
of our programme.
Pasifika – Talents of the Pacific (TOPA)
TOPA provides a Pacific Cultural Arts Programme which helps
to EMPOWER their culture, ENHANCE their talents and be a
Music Tuition
POSITIVE influence to INSPIRE change. In addition to core music for all students, we have additional
music tuition available to students who wish to advance in
performance music. There is an added cost each term for this.
Enviroschool Tuition includes vocals, guitar, drums, keyboard, ukulele and
Melville Intermediate was the first Enviroschool in NZ in 1993. bass.
This is now a national scheme. Our Biotechnology garden,
complete with hydroponics and worm farms are the centre of Outdoor Education
our Enviroschool activity. We promote sustainability An opportunity for students to experience the outdoors. In
throughout the school. We have recently confirmed our November 2020 we have a School Activity week. We begin
Bronze and Silver Award status and in 2020 will be seeking the each year with a short camp at Lake Ruatuna.
Gold Award.
Rock Bands
ESOL Programme We provide tuition during school time for these performance
Students with non-English speaking backgrounds participate groups who compete in competitions throughout the year.
in individual and small group programmes to improve
communication skills in English. School Production
Every two years the school performs a major musical and
drama production.
Sports Teams
We have a proud tradition of outstanding success and fair play.
We compete at the Auckland Sports Camp, the national
NZAIMs Games and every inter-intermediate competition.
We also compete in the Waikato Hockey, Netball, Basketball,
Cricket and Table Tennis competitions.
Student Services
This includes the purchasing of school stationery, a sickbay
and access to onsite counsellors.
Website, Facebook & School Loop App
Check out www.melvilleintermediate.school.nz.
Check out Melville Intermediate on Facebook.
Check our School Loop App
6 PROSPECTUS 2020 | MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLStudent support and guidance
We are a caring There are classroom and playground plans
which are displayed in all classrooms and
school. Our around the school. Our behaviour code is
guidance plan helps based on our schools STARS values.
to achieve a safe The school has a clear policy on bullying. It is
simply not acceptable. Our anti bullying
and welcoming guarantee ensures that any allegations of
school environment bullying are dealt with on the day we hear
about it. Our success in dealing with bullying
in which students depends on quick and honest
can learn and communication. Parents know the Principal’s
mobile phone number (021-777-947) for
teachers can teach. when his involvement is needed.
Our behaviour guidance plan is based on reinforcing excellent behaviour.
Individual students are awarded “POSITIVE” slips to reinforce STARS
behaviour. The slip is given to the student and put into a regular prize draw.
Our school STARS values form the basis for these awards.
STARS awards are given out regularly. STARS values are recognised in our
weekly assemblies, in our classroom STARS charts and in our STARS Class
programme.
Students are held accountable for inappropriate behaviour. We take a
restorative approach to resolving problems. Our staff are trained in
facilitating restorative conversations. We make every effort to ensure that
students fully understand the consequences of their actions and that they
learn from any mistakes they might make. Where necessary, we involve
parents and whaanau in
restorative conversations or
restorative conferences.
The school has strategies for
dealing with any students who
might continue to disrupt the
learning of others. In such
situations we keep parents
fully informed and work with
them to resolve any problem
behaviour. In serious cases a
student may be awarded a
period of community service
to be done under the
Principal’s supervision after
3pm.
MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | PROSPECTUS 2020 7School Charges
The Ministry of Compulsory Charges
Education provides
guidelines to schools We do not charge a “materials fee”.
All students are provided with all materials used in their learning within the
about what types of NZ Curriculum. If students choose a project in technology for which the
compulsory charges materials are significantly more expensive than the norm then a
consent/agreement form will be provided to parents. It will be explained that
schools make to a “product charge” will be made for such materials.
parents. We fully
comply with these Music Tuition
Out of class instrumental music tuition is offered to all students each term at
guidelines. a cost.
We do not require or Camp and Trip Charges
request parents to pay a Trips range from an extended school camp to brief one day or part day trips.
“voluntary donation”. We encourage parents to support their children and give their consent for
these educational out of school opportunities. We provide as much notice as
possible for such trips.
Sports
Students who are involved in sports and other activities outside the normal
school programme may be charged a fee. Fees charged by sports
organisations range from $45.00 to $160.00.
Payment of Charges and Trips
We accept cash, cheque, EFTPOS and credit cards at the school office.
Automatic payments can be arranged. We have found that these work well
especially when set up the year before your child starts Intermediate.
We are happy to accept term by term payments.
International Students
In 2020, International students will pay $3000.00 per term. Please check the
school website for further details.
8 PROSPECTUS 2020 | MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLThe School Timetable
The School Year 2020 Monday Tech Programme
8.15am Playground supervision begins
Term 1
Thursday 30 Jan Year 7s Start School 8.30am Students invited to be in tutor classrooms
Friday 31 Jan Year 8s Start School 8.45am Tutor Class
to Thursday 9th April
9.00am Learning Block 1
Term 2 10:30am Tutor Class
Tuesday 28 April to Friday 3rd July
10.40am Morning Break
Term 3 11.00am Learning Block 2
Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September
12.30pm Tutor Class
Term 4 12:40pm Lunch Break
Monday 12 October to Friday 11 December
1.10pm Tutor Class
1.30pm Learning Block 3
The School is Closed on: 3.00pm School finishes
Waitangi Day
Thursday 6 February
ANZAC Day Tuesday to Friday School Programme
Observed on Monday 27 April 8.15am Playground supervision begins
Queen's Birthday 8.30am Students invited to be in tutor classrooms
Monday, 1 June 8.45am Students must be in class
Labour Day 9.00am Learning Block 1
Monday 26 October 10.15am Morning Break
10.45am Learning Block 2
THESE DATES ARE WITHIN THE 12 noon Lunch
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PERIOD
12:40pm Learning Block 3
Good Friday 1.50pm Afternoon Break
Friday 10 April
2.00pm Learning Block 4
Easter Monday 3.00pm School finishes
Monday 13 April
MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | PROSPECTUS 2020 9School Uniform 2020
Worn with Pride
The aim of the uniform is a neat, well-groomed appearance which fosters pride in the
school and in the student. The uniform regulations must be adhered to with the
uniform being worn at all times. Wearing correct uniform is a condition of entry.
School Uniform
Polo Shirt Regulation GREEN/GOLD short sleeved cotton knit shirt with Melville Intermediate
School logo.
Shorts Regulation grey shorts. Girls may wear shorts OR skirt (not worn together).
NO OTHER shorts worn.
Long Pants (optional) Regulation grey long pants. No other long pants may be worn.
Polar Fleece Regulation red Melville Intermediate School’s polar fleece with Melville Intermediate
School logo.
Jacket (Shower proof) Regulation black/red school jacket. With school logo May be worn over or instead of
the Polar Fleece.
Hats Melville Intermediate School uniform brimmed hat only to be worn in Terms 1 and 4.
The Melville Intermediate School beanie can be worn in Terms 2 and 3. NO OTHER
hats, beanies or caps to be worn.
Shoes Black polishable school shoes only. Black or brown roman school sandals may be
worn during Terms 1 and 4. Shoes must be worn in materials technology classrooms.
(No other coloured shoes to be worn to school)
Skirt Regulation grey skirt
Socks Black or white socks to be worn by boys and girls. Socks should be above ankle
length.
For 2020 the former grey/green schools socks may continue to be worn to school.
Stockings Full stockings are acceptable. No tights are to be worn.
PE Uniform for ALL students
This uniform is compulsory for all students. It is to be worn during periods of physical activity.
Shorts Regulation green Melville Intermediate School’s PE shorts. Not to be worn under the
grey dress skirt or dress shorts.
Polo Shirt Red polo or T shirt. No other shirt may be worn
10 PROSPECTUS 2020 | MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLSchool Uniform 2020
Worn with Pride
Other Uniform Items
Jewellery A wristwatch may be worn.
One ear stud or sleeper may be worn in each ear. No other body piercing or jewellery
is permitted.. (See Policy on Body Piercing).
If crucifixes, bone carving, other taonga or items with special meaning are worn
around the neck, they must not be visible. No other jewellery is permitted.
Hair Hair must be clean and styled in such a way as to not bring discredit to the school
(Principal’s discretion). Non-natural dyed hair colours are not acceptable. All hair ties,
bands and accessories will be in one plain uniform colour.
Fingernail polish Fingernail polish is not permitted.
Scarves Students may wear scarves that are one solid colour of either black or green. No
other colours may be worn. (Bandanas are not acceptable)
Bags Bags must not have offensive writing or gestures on them.
Naming items All student gear, including bags, uniform, shoes, books, must be named.
Thermals Thermals and other garments may be worn under uniform for extra warmth if
needed. But no part of these garments must be visible.
No hooded sweatshirt are too be worn.
Melville Intermediate School uniforms can be purchased from:
NZ Uniforms (Canterbury)
Corner of Tristram and Rostrevor Streets.
Free parking behind the shop.
Open: Weekdays 9am to 5pm. Saturday 9am to 1:00pm.
Quotes (e.g. WINZ) for ALL uniforms are available from NZ Uniforms and Melville
Intermediate School Office and on the enrolment evenings.
MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | PROSPECTUS 2020 11General Information
Absences, Sickness & Emergency Found/Lost Property
Under the regulations, only illness or other unavoidable All property must be clearly marked with the student’s
causes can be permitted to interfere with regular name.
attendance at school.
Students are not to bring articles of value to school (such
The school must be notified on the morning of the as music players, portable games etc).
absence. Parents/caregivers of non-reported absences will
While teachers or the office staff may accept articles for
be contacted after 9am. If absence continues we will refer
custody and will take all reasonable care, they cannot be
the absence to Integrated Attendance Services, Te Kohao
held responsible for loss or damage.
Health for immediate action.
The Lost property box can be found at the office.
You can also contact through sending an email, facebook,
website and our school Loop App.
Bicycles Health And Well Being
Students are welcome to ride bicycles and scooters to and Sickbay
from school and to lock them up during the day in our bike
A sickbay, administered by the office staff, is designed for
compound. However, we require that students
unforeseen illness or injury that occurs at school. However,
demonstrate an understanding of road safety and road
it is only a temporary measure and children who continue
rules related to cycling before they ride their bikes to
to feel unwell will be sent home whenever possible.
school. Cycles must be roadworthy and riders must wear a
cycle helmet. Parents are asked to ensure that the school has a correct
daytime contact telephone number as well as an
alternative emergency contact number.
Mobile Phones
Students may bring mobile phones to school. All other Medication
digital devices can be brought to school ONLY if they have If your child needs medication while at school, please
a signed parental agreement and permission form. The notify the office. Clearly mark the medication and ask the
school provides these forms. Phones must be handed into student to hand it to the office for safekeeping during the
the office on arrival. They should be collected at the end of day. Remind him/her to collect it before leaving school at
each day. Phones seen or found abound the school during the end of the day. Parents may be required to complete a
the day will be confiscated and can only be collected by Permission Slip for dispensing medication.
your parent.
Wherever possible, medical and dental appointments
should be made outside of class time.
Computers
All of our computers have access to the internet through a
carefully filtered and monitored ‘firewall”. A student
license signed by parents is required to access the internet.
This internet use agreement is included with our
enrolment pack. We have a separate agreement for hand
held digital devices.
Contact Details
Please inform the school office immediately if you change
your address, postal address, telephone number/s, or if
the alternative contact’s details change.
Damage And Breakage
When negligence or misbehavior has caused or
contributed to damage of school of other people’s
property some payment will be required from the
student(s) responsible.
12 PROSPECTUS 2020 | MELVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLMount View Road Hamilton 3206, New Zealand ph +64 7 848 9008 fax +64 7 848 9009 office@melvilleintermediate.school.nz Principal: David Cooke www.melvilleintermediate.school.nz
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