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2021 PROSPECTUS The school of choice for our community
Contents Principal’s Welcome 4 What is FIRST? And what does it mean? 5 Leadership Opportunities 6 School Values 7 Learning at NIS 7 Learning Support 8 Specialist Team 8 International Experiences 9 International Students 10 Cultural Groups 11 The Arts 12 Sports 14 Code of Conduct 16 Technology Fee & Donation Schedule 2021 16 Uniform Regulation 17 2021 Enrolment Information 18 Out of Zone Enrolments for 2021 19 3|Page
Principal’s Welcome
We are passionate about our school and welcome you to see what happens at
Northcote Intermediate - the school that prepares learners for bright futures. We
offer numerous opportunities that enable students to grow as learners, leaders
and citizens. As you learn more about our school you’ll notice that we have a
strong sense of care for our students, a love of learning and a focus on
community.
NIS provides outstanding opportunities for Year 7 and Year 8 students. Learning
here takes place in spacious, well-resourced settings and we can offer single cell,
open plan and hybrid learning spaces. We have a full and comprehensive
specialist programme and offer students opportunities to extend their learning.
We place significant emphasis on working collaboratively so students are actively involved and can take
responsibility for owning their learning. This empowers current development and sets students up for success at
high school and beyond as global citizens thriving in the modern world. We have strong underpinning values of
respect - for yourself, for others and for the environment, and we follow the ‘FIRST’ way. This means - being Future
Focused, being Inspired and inspiring others, building Resilience, being Successful and being a Thinker.
Teachers at NIS encourage students to grow and are also life-long learners. They build positive relationships as they
facilitate meaningful learning. Students are challenged to reflect and work enthusiastically to achieve their goals.
The number of our students who have received recognition for their top performances is evidence that we have an
environment that fosters excellence.
Authentic teaching and learning across a wide range of curriculum areas is a significant feature of our innovative
programmes. Technology is used to support learning and open up the modern curriculum. We also provide
excellent learning support for all students and have very strong connections with the schools in our area.
NIS is very proud to be the school of choice for our community. We look forward to getting to know and grow with
you.
Phil Muir.
Proud Principal of Northcote Intermediate School.
Our vision is to connect, empower, achieve and grow our school and
community together
Our traditional motto: “to build and cherish”
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Future-Focused, Inspired, Resilient, Successful, Thinkers
What is FIRST? And what does it
mean?
FIRST is our Learner Profile at Northcote Intermediate School.
As a learning community, we are committed to ensuring that
our young people have the very best educational
opportunities.
Our aim is for all our learners to be FIRST learners by the end
of Year 8. This will mean they are well equipped to work
through challenges and sustain a positive mindset towards
lifelong learning and development. FIRST directly links to our nationally shared vision, values and key competencies
outlined in the New Zealand Curriculum.
Future-Focused
Learners understand their role as a global citizen and Successful
are equipped with skills to take action, and make a Learners making connections and being part of
difference. Learners use contexts and issues that are positive learning relationships.
relevant now and in the future to drive their learning. Learners making the most of new opportunities that
Learning is structured and approached with a shared challenge and extend them in both learning and
language through our school learning model. extracurricular experiences. Learners being able to
monitor their own learning pathways, setting goals,
Inspired celebrating success and having the skills to work
To be inspired is being motivated, wanting to be through challenges.
better, growing as an individual and with those
around you. It’s about having an energy that uplifts Thinkers
and builds confidence and a desire to make great Learners are able to think creatively, applying what
things happen. Not only do we aim to inspire our they have learnt to different situations.
students and staff – we aim for them to inspire
Learners can see things from different perspectives,
others. Being role models who others look up to,
making good decisions and standing up for what is problem-solve and think outside the box.
right and sharing this with others – being inspired Learners are critical thinkers who compare and are
gives a positive energy that drives us forward. able to make sound judgments, backed with evidence
or opinion. When learners are thinkers they are
Resilient sound decision makers.
Students develop strategies for coping in varied
situations. Students develop growth mindsets, and
the ability to adapt.
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Leadership Opportunities Our students are given a number of opportunities to develop their leadership skills. Student Leaders NIS elects Student Leaders each year including Head Boy and Head Girl, Deputy Head Boy and Deputy Head Girl, along with leaders in the following areas: Academic, Sports, Cultural, Arts, Citizenship, Environment. Student Leaders meet regularly and are called upon to represent the school at official functions, to welcome visitors to our school and report back to their classes. Most importantly though – they make things happen like project and events. They become real doers and leaders House Captains Each house selects five Year 8 students as House Captains for the year. Their roles include acting as a role model for the students in the house, leading activities such as House Chant and Stomp, sports days and other events that take place throughout the year. Responsibility Students also have the opportunity to take on responsibility as Road Patrollers, Digital Leaders, Film Crew, Librarians and Sports Shed monitors during the school year. 6|Page
School Values Learning at NIS
Our values at Northcote Intermediate School can be At Northcote Intermediate School our learners are
summarised with a single word: RESPECT offered a broad curriculum that prepares them for
success in today’s world. They stay with their home
This can be expanded to include the following: class and teacher for their core subjects. This way
their teacher gets to know them really well and can
Learners respecting themselves adapt to their needs. Core subjects include literacy
Learners respecting others and numeracy and STEAM learning – which focuses
Learners respecting their environment. on a blend of science, technology, engineering, arts
Our school values of respect also align with our and maths – wrapped into project based learning
learner profile of FIRST. where students make solutions to challenging
Our values have been kept very simple so that it is problems.
easy for students to know what is expected at our
All students have specialist teachers for: digital
school.
technology, visual arts, construction, languages,
music, food technology and science. We constantly
review what we are learning to ensure that our
curriculum is exciting, engaging and
meaningful. Learning is at the heart of what we do at
NIS and we have our own learning model to support
thinking and life-long learning. We work closely with
our community on local projects, and we connect
internationally to develop global learners.
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Learning Support At Northcote Intermediate we pride ourselves on the experience and expertise we have on staff to support students with specific learning, behavioural and pastoral care needs. Our student services team is made up of : Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), Learning Support Coordinator (LSC), Student Services , Social Worker and Counsellor. We are connected to a range of supportive community organisations. As a team, we work closely with the teachers, students and families to ensure that students receive the additional support needed to reach their full learning potential. As a school, we benefit from a close and positive relationship with all our contributing schools through the Kahui Ako (Community of Learning). When you enrol your child at Northcote Intermediate the transition of information regarding any special requirements are discussed in person with the family and the transitioning school to ensure your child has the best start possible, whilst ensuring all information is kept confidential with the child's well-being and integrity being our priority. Specialist Team At Northcote Intermediate we have a skilled and enthusiastic team of teachers that provide all the students with a 6 - 7 week experience in: Food Tech Visual Arts Construction Music Languages Digital Technology Students have an opportunity to work through differentiated programmes with their year 7 or 8 cohort and have the opportunity to attend an extension programme in either of the specialist subjects throughout the year. Northcote Intermediate also benefits by having a Science Specialist Programme which allows all classes to attend comprehensive lab sessions covering all four areas of the Science curriculum over their two years at Northcote Intermediate. 8|Page
International Experiences When safe, Northcote Intermediate School offers superb international experiences including our China cultural exchange and our Business Innovation Technology Experience (BITE) trip to Silicon Valley and Seattle. The China trip gives students unparalleled cultural learning opportunities about China – visiting schools and great sights where students develop language and social understanding. The goal for the BITE trip is to foster a global mind set, make amazing connections and demystify tech giants before returning to NZ with connections and ideas about how students may make their mark on the world. Students return as confident, connected and worldly young adults who have had inspirational, unique first hand experiences – visiting organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Intel, Disney, and Amazon. Students gain skills, connections and attitudes for life-long success. We are currently in the process of establishing links with other organisations across the Pacific to carry out social actions. 9|Page
International Students Our school provides opportunities for both short and long-term International Students to study and grow with us. In most cases they stay with local families, sometimes those with a student currently attending our school. All International Students are welcomed into our regular classes. For those whose English is not yet at a level where they can learn effectively in the general classrooms, there is a dedicated classroom where an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher facilitates learning. As ESOL students’ proficiency in English develops, they transition until they are fully ready to integrate into our regular classrooms. There is a limited number of places for International Students and fees are set by the Board of Trustees annually. The school is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students, overseen by New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and the Ministry of Education. We are also signatories with Schools International Education Business Association (SIEBA) who support us with our International Student programme. NIS hosts overseas teachers and leaders, educational researchers and advisors. Other visitors are also interested to see how we run our learning programmes. Many long-distance, long-term friendships have arisen from the hosting of International Students at NIS. Our school and our community is enriched by the presence of our international guests. Should you have any questions about our International Student Programme, contact: international@ni.school.nz 10 | P a g e
Cultural Groups
Northcote Intermediate is a multicultural school with students belonging to a diverse range of ethnicities and
cultures. At Northcote we celebrate differences and what makes each person unique, as well as finding similarities
and shared values across cultures, religions and people.
As a school, students identities are used to enrich the classroom teaching and programmes, allowing them to
become the teachers and sharing their own experience, knowledge and expertise.
During their time at Northcote Intermediate students are able to engage in a variety of cultural opportunities and
experiences:
• Learning and exploring Te Reo and Tikanga Maori
• Opportunities to participate in Kapa Haka and Pasifika
cultural groups
• A variety of cultural experiences; full school Pōwhiri,
Onepoto Cultural Festival, marae visits, attending
Polyfest cultural festival
• Participating in Mandarin language lessons
• Joining the Lion Dance cultural group
• Celebrating a variety of different cultural and
language weeks
11 | P a g eThe Arts Music Music comes into play in many parts of the life of Northcote Intermediate from casual Talent Shows to formal programmes such as Wind Band, Rock Band and the specialist classroom music programme. Every child at NIS will be taught music in the classroom setting through our specialist programme within our ‘tech’ rotations. Students will have fun learning the basics of reading traditional music notation and explore creative and improvisational skills using percussion, guitar/ukulele and keyboard. These classes currently run on Thursdays and Fridays. Jon Pickford runs our RockBand programme (currently on Wednesdays). Groups of students are auditioned and put together in groups to form rock bands and vocal groups. They are then coached in the art of playing together and performing. Most groups will enter the Bandquest later in the year in which NIS has a formidable reputation! Cameron Allen is head of music at Northcote College but he also coordinates our Stage Band (beginner players) and our Big Band (more advanced players). Students have lessons on their individual instruments at an allotted time during the week (usually Mondays and Tuesdays) and come together for band practices twice a week. They have a lot of fun and sound amazing. Saxophone, Trombone and Trumpet are the main instruments available to learn free of charge but selected students who play other instruments may also join the Stage/Big Bands (e.g. drums, bass, cornet, clarinet, flute). We also offer talent showcases and school musical productions. Music is strong at NIS. 12 | P a g e
Digital
Digital Technologies are transforming our homes and workplaces, changing the way that we interact with
each other and live our everyday lives. NIS offers Digital Technology as part of the specialist programme
to help prepare our students to participate, create, and thrive in a fast-evolving digital world.
As part of the NIS Digital Technology specialist programme, your child will have diverse opportunities,
including:
• using a 3D CAD design tool to create their own 3D design and have this 3D printed
• block coding
• directing their own Stop Motion Animation
• featuring in their own Chroma Key (green screen) creative images
• robotics
• designing their own Augmented and Virtual Reality projects and seeing these come to life
This exciting Digital Technology programme aims to equip and empower students to become innovative
creators of digital technology, not just users. Collaboratively students work to solve problems and
unleash their creative side.
CNTRL
(Computers, Technology, Robotics & Learning) is a group/club that
will run for the whole school year for a select group of Year 7 & 8
students of all experiences. Selection is limited to 30-35 students
and is based on an application/interview process. The motto of
'CTRL' is "Find your passion & make it happen". We want students
who have an interest in technology to continue to develop key skills
and competencies within this area that will help to excel them in
this field in the future.
There is a huge range of learning experiences planned for CTRL with something for everyone. This includes;
problem solving, coding, programming, robotics, gaming (Esports), film, video editing, animation, app development,
networking & connections and hardware repairs.
Students will work through a progression system earning points and recognition for their efforts within CTRL which
will allow them to advance their 'apprenticeship'. There are three levels within CTRL; Apprentice, Expert and
Master. Each level provides different opportunities and opens up pathways to teaching and mentoring (including
staff).
Another exciting aspect of CTRL is 'Mission CTRL'. This is a room in the school that is for students within CTRL to
tinker, explore, dismantle, design & create to their hearts content. We want students to develop their curiosity and
then follow it wherever it may take them - this could be research based or through designing and creating
prototypes to help solve real world problems.
13 | P a g eSports Philosophy At Northcote Intermediate school we believe that sport is about the journey not the destination. We always aim to win and do our best, but never at the expense of fair play, and respecting ourselves and others. With the students of this age we walk a tightrope between their ever-increasing desire and pressure to win, and the importance of creating and maintaining an experience where students look forward to continuing an active lifestyle at secondary school and beyond. The feeling of winning will be temporary, but the lessons learned in sport can be used for a lifetime. As administrators of sport, we know that it is inevitable that we will have to make difficult decisions around player selection and placement. Our community can be assured that decisions making will be made with these principles at heart. Zone Days Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Girls cricket Orienteering Netball Touch Boys Softball Y7 Boys Football Cross Country Formal Dance Girls Softball Y8 Boys Football Girls Basketball Boys Badminton Triathlon Y7 Girls Football Boys Basketball Girls Badminton Boys Cricket Y8 Girls Football Rugby League Golf Swimming Squash Gymnastics Athletics Girls Tennis Girls Hockey Girls Volleyball Boys Beach Volley Boy Tennis Boys Hockey Boys Volleyball Girls Beach Volley Boys Futsal Boys Rugby IST rugby 7s/ Rippa Kiwi kick (AFL) Girls Futsal Table Tennis Top Team National primary Water polo school cup & shield IST rugby 7s/ Rippa Individual sports and those with smaller teams may be dependent on having parents supervision for the teams who finish 1st or 2nd at Zone Day and qualify for the Interzone Auckland Champs for that sport. 14 | P a g e
Sports Camp Sports Camp is an incredible learning experience for students of wide sporting abilities. Up to 40 students can be in the team for Totara Springs, Matamata to compete across 40 sports. Trials will take place in Term 1. Selection in 2021 will be based on : Sporting ability- students generally need to be proficient in at least two of the main team sports to gain selection Character - selectors need to be confident that each student selected will enhance the reputation of our school on and off the field. Indicative cost: approx. $400.00 Further information from: https://www.totarasprings.org.nz/page/intermediate-sports/ AIMS Games Prospective sports are identified the previous school year based on potential playing strengths and parent support. Submissions to take a Northcote team will take place during Term 1. Students / teams will be expected to commit to trainings and fundraising during the year to prepare them for this nationwide competition. Any team involved will need to demonstrate that they can compete strongly in their sport, and will need a high level of adult support to organise trainings, accommodation, transport logistics and fundraising. Indicative cost: $550-600.00 before any fundraising. Further information from: www.nzaimsgames.co.nz After School Sports Our range of after school sports provides an opportunity for students to experience the competitive and social aspects of representing our school in sport. Volunteer coaches and managers are vital to the success of any season. Without these offers of support we may not be able to enter teams. 15 | P a g e
Code of Conduct
At Northcote Intermediate School, students and parents involved in any school sporting events and trips off site are
required to follow our Code of Conduct.
Students promise to…
• Play to the best of their ability, support their teammates and commit for the season.
• Respect teammates, coaches, managers, officials, referees and rules of their sport.
• Wear the correct uniform when attending trips, sports or training sessions.
• Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat; Fair Play.
Parents promise to…
• Encourage their child to play within the rules of the game respecting officials’ and coaches’ decisions.
• Respect decisions made by the school as to the selection and placement of students in teams or attending
trips.
• Remember that children play their chosen sport for their reasons, not anyone else’s.
• Be a positive role model for their child.
• Ensure their child reaches the venue for the games and school trips on time.
• Notify the School Office in writing of any reason their child may not be fit to play a sport or attend a school
trip due to a medical condition
Technology Fee & Donation Schedule 2021
School Donation
The Northcote Intermediate School Board of
Trustees has set the school donation at the
same level as 2020, which is $200.00.
The Technology and Online Resource fee is
$160.00.
This allows us to run a hands on learning
programme for all our students as well as
funding a number of online learning
programmes.
16 | P a g eUniform Regulation All uniform items must be clearly named. Summer Uniform (Terms 1 and 4): Formal - Boys and Girls: Polo shirt, shorts, skirt or skort, full black leather school shoes, navy or black ankle or knee socks, plain black sandals with a back strap, such as Roman sandals, may be worn, but black fully covered shoes must be worn for Technology classes and school hats/caps should be worn at morning interval and lunchtimes. Winter Uniform (Terms 2 and 3): Formal – Boys and Girls: Polo shirt, polar fleece jacket, shorts, skirt, skort or long trousers, plain black fully covered shoes, navy blue or black socks, black or navy tights, School beanie (optional), school scarf (optional). PE Uniform – Boys and Girls for both summer and winter: PE shorts, PE shirt and Sports shoes General Information Students must wear full formal uniform to and from school unless attending a sports training. Students must bring a note from a parent or caregiver if they do not have all items of their uniform at school. Jewellery - one watch and one pair of plain ear studs - one in each ear - are the only items of jewellery permitted. Makeup - no makeup is permitted. This includes mascara, eye liner and nail polish. Uniforms need to be clean and repaired if they are damaged or torn. Shoes need to be clean. Long hair must be tied back at all times. We are very proud of our uniform at Northcote Intermediate School and encourage our students to wear their uniform with pride in the school and the community. 17 | P a g e
2021 Enrolment Information
TERM 3 2020
Week commencing Northcote Intermediate School Prospectus delivered to the following Primary Schools:
Monday 22 June Birkenhead, Northcote , Onepoto, Sunnybrae and Willow Park
Information Evening from 6.00pm – 7.00pm in School Hall
Tuesday, 28 July Parents and caregivers are invited to an Information Evening. Come along and find out
what makes Northcote Intermediate School different, what changes we have made and
our plans for the future. There will be brief presentations by select staff and an
opportunity to ask questions.
Thursday, 6 August, Open Days at Northcote Intermediate School from 9:00am – 12.00pm
Friday, 7 August, Parents, caregivers and students are invited to come and see a ‘normal’ day at school.
Thursday 13 August Please come to the school office on arrival and some of our students will take you on a
guided tour of our wonderful school. Please note that our break time is
10.30am until 11.15am
Monday, 17 August Enrolment Week
Enrolments are undertaken by appointment where possible, as the Principal enjoys
meeting new students. Enrolment appointments with one of our leadership team will
be 20 minutes long and can be booked via the following website:
www.schoolinterviews.co.nz, event code: as9bz
Students must attend the enrolment interview and are required to bring their Birth
Certificate or Passport, Immunisation Report and the most recent School Report along
with proof of home address for zoning purposes. We require two original documents as
proof of residence within the Northcote Intermediate School Zone. Please note at least
one must be a service account (e.g. electricity, gas, phone account) or tenancy
agreement.
Enrolment times:
Monday and Tuesday 7.30am-10.00am, 3.30pm-6.30pm
Thursday 9.00am-12.00pm, 3.30pm-8.00pm
Friday 7.30am-12.30pm
Friday, 11 September Out of Zone enrolments close
TERM 4 2020
Friday, 20 November Orientation Morning from 9.30am – 11.45am
All students who have enrolled for 2020 are invited to an orientation morning. Buses
will be provided for students from our contributing Primary Schools - Northcote
Primary, Birkenhead Primary, Willow Park Primary and Sunnybrae Normal. Parents and
caregivers are welcome to attend with their child.
UNIFORMS: Uniforms can be ordered online directly from the supplier, The Uniform Shoppe, and
can be purchased at the Barfoot and Thompson netball courts shop. Start of the year
hours will be on the Uniform Shoppe website:www.theuniformshoppe.co.nz.
The uniform order form Is available on the school website,
www.northcoteint.school.nz.
18 | P a g eOut of Zone Enrolments for 2021 Our school zone has now been confirmed by the Ministry of Education. The full map and details of streets are available on our website. If you live out of our zone, and you wish for your child to attend our school we encourage you to apply. The dates you need to be aware of are: Friday, 11 September – final date for out of zone enrolments to be completed and submitted. If a ballot is required this will be drawn on Wednesday, 16 September. We aim to notify all applicants by Friday, 25 September. Friday, 16 October – final date to confirm acceptance See our website for full out of zone enrolment information http://www.northcoteint.school.nz/LiteratureRetrieve.aspx?ID=200167 19 | P a g e
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