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PROSPECTUS 2021
Gisborne Intermediate is focused on meeting the unique characteristics and
needs of emerging adolescents. Our aim is to grow great people by working
in partnership with whānau, in preparing our young people for living in the 21st
century and to be positive, contributing members of society.
We provide high quality teaching and learning programmes, with a clear
focus on ensuring that all students learn and achieve to the highest possible
level in the core areas of literacy and numeracy. All students are exposed
to a broadly balanced holistic programme, designed to develop the whole
person so that they are able to excel at high school and beyond. To this end
there are numerous opportunities for students to experience and excel in
academic, cultural, sporting and leadership activities. We encourage our
students to take risks, to go out of their comfort zones and be exposed to
new experiences.
Parents, community members, students and staff enjoy the welcoming
atmosphere of the school. It is a positive place where everyone is
able to feel happy, important and respected for who they are. Our
school is always open to visitors during school hours. If you would
like to visit and look around we are happy to organise either a staff
member or a student to accompany you.
I look forward to meeting you and working in partnership with
you to provide the best possible learning environment and
opportunities for your child.
Glen Udall
PRINCIPAL
Our Mission
Create personalised learning opportunities
for our tamariki with connections to the
world around them through powerful
partnerships between students, teachers
and whānau.
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Core values OUR guiding principles
½ Put students welfare and learning at the
centre of all our decisions.
Our Vision ½ Build relationships with our school whānau
and community.
Growing Great People ½ Prepare students with core skills and values.
Te Whakatipu Iwi Nui ½ Develop high performing staff.
½ Respect our social, cultural and physical
Our Mission STATEMENT ½
environment.
Demonstrate effective governance.
Create personalised learning opportunities
for our tamariki with connections to the world
around them through powerful partnerships
between students, teachers and whānau.
Our beliefs mean we employ and
Our VALUES develop staff who:
½ Meet individual student needs with
consideration of a futures perspective.
½ Live the school values and are prepared to
be learners themselves.
½ Are prepared to be accountable and
have challenging conversations around
evidence of learning.
½ Have high expectations of themselves and
their students but have some fun in the
quest for success.
½ Have an expectation that everyone reaches
their full potential by supporting cultural
aspirations.
½ Are highly professional in working with all
stakeholders to achieve maximum impact.
Our beliefs mean we aspire to
create learners who are:
½ Well rounded people who fulfill their
potential.
½ Aware of their next learning steps and set
challenging but achievable academic
goals.
½ Curious innovators who take responsibility
for themselves and demonstrate a sound
work ethic.
½ IT savvy and globally connected
contributors who are future focused.
½ Empathetic team players with good
manners and show appreciation.
½ Brave and resilient in the face of challenge
and disappointment.
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Our curriculum provides
unrivalled academic, creative
& physical opportunities
Literacy Inquiry learning
Programmes and resources to raise student The integration of Science, Social Studies,
achievement in reading and writing. Technology and Health.
Our students are immersed in language rich Our Inquiry Learning model ensures students develop
environments where there is a strong focus on their ability to ask the right questions, gather, record
developing a deep understanding of literacy which and present information. Topics of student interest
is intergrated across all learning ares. Literacy are used which challenge their thinking and provide
programmes teach students the skills, knowledge students with the opportunity to address their own
and attitudes to enable them to be effective writers, questions and to focus on real life issues that are
readers and communicators. relevant to them.
For the talented we provide: For the talented we provide:
Interschool debating, public speaking, Australasian Australasian Science exam, science exhibitions,
English and Writing exams, writer’s workshops, writing Science Fair and withdrawal groups for extension.
competitions, spelling exams, Writers Club, reading
and writing extensions.
Health & physical education
Mathematics Programmes to develop student well-
being through learning in health related and
Programmes to develop in every student the movement contexts.
skills to enable them to cope confidently with
mathematics in real life. Our teachers pride themselves in delivering learning
programmes in health education that enables students
Our experienced staff have high expectations of to make informed decisions and act in ways that
students’ success in numeracy and focus on learning contribute to their personal well-being, the well-being
programmes that address students’ specific needs. of others and of society as a whole. Themes taught
Our students develop the ability to think creatively, through health programmes include our school RISE
critically, strtegically and logically by being provided values, personal well-being, healthy communities and
with a learning programme that is delivered through environments, relationships with others and digital
rich, balanced and real-life contexts. citizenship. Gisborne Intermediate advocates the
aquatically educated student and the skilled games
For the talented we provide:
player that develops the thinking, physical and social
An Interschool challenge with Whakatane Intermediate, skills for our students.
Otago Problem Solving, Australasian Mathematics
For the talented we provide:
exam and withdrawal groups for extension.
PE extension programmes.
If you want to love coming to school, then GisInt Self-Management and Excellence. There’s never
is the place for you. My first 3 terms so far have any doubt in my day where I have any regrets about
been action packed. Something new and exciting coming to this school. I’m sure you will feel the same
happens every week and this place always keeps way. Coming to GisInt is an amazing experience
me on my toes. I consider myself pretty lucky to where you can make the best memories, achieve
be at this amazing school because there’s so many your goals and learn to interact with people around
opportunities no matter what you are into. As soon the school. Every aspect of this school is amazing
as you walk through the GisInt gates on your first and I can’t wait to see what the next 5 terms have
day of school your life changes for the better. in store for me. I’m predicting it will continue to be
You are considered a GisInt student and you are epic! This school never disappoints.
inspired to live up to the RISE values. These RISE
values shape the school and are a big part of who
you become in terms of showing Respect, Integrity, Samara Beattie
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Growing great people through...
...celebrating success
An integral part of our school philosophy
As a school we recognise a broad spectrum of student achievement from the smaller successes
in every day study improvements to national awards. Successes are recognised in a variety of ways
including: classroom awards, syndicate awards, values certificates, assembly presentations, Students
of the Week, Education team, acknowledgement in our weekly newsletters, school Facebook
coverage, newspaper photos and articles. The recognition of your child’s success enables them
to develop a keen sense of their self worth and to apply themselves with a greater enthusiasm and
determination to develop their skills and talents.
DELIVERING EXCELLENCE
Gisborne Intermediate provides a focus on academic excellence and encouragement to challenge
themselves through a wide range of opportunities. We support learners to aim for excellence by:
½ Ensuring access to vibrant and passionate teachers. ½ Giving all students access to extension and
enrichment learning.
½ Providing highly successful learning environments
specifically developed to meet the needs of ½ Expanding their horizons through our Outdoor
‘emerging adolescents’. Education and Action Week programmes.
½ Creating detailed programmes to enhance literacy ½ Coordinating an academic and sporting exchange
and numeracy learning. with Whakatane Intermediate.
½ Implementing a curriculum that is challenging and ½ Delivering an inclusive, safe and caring environment.
integrated.
½ Guiding them through a clear set of values and
½ Matching students with the right teachers. providing clear boundaries.
½ Having equal opportunities to play sport, learn a ½ Offering access to comprehensive guidance and
musical instrument and join extension programmes support services.
regardless of which class they are in.
½ Encouraging learners to achieve to their full
potential in and out of class by ensuring they are
well prepared for high school.
Ko Hikurangi te Maunga my hard effort is that I get four amazing kaiako who
Ko Waiapu te Awa have encouraged and pushed me to achieve my very
Ko Nukutaememeha te Waka best. This is the best part of all my achievements. A
Ko Te Aitanga A Mate te Hapu real highlight for me is being part of the Ngā Manu a
Rehua Education Team because we are always busy
Ko Ngāti Porou te Iwi and pumping with all our mahi and sports. We are all
Ko Peyton Thomas-Brown Ahau encouraged to achieve at the highest level. We are
a whānau and proudly express our Māori Culture.
When I first came to GisInt I was incredibly anxious We go on lots of haerenga to learn about ourselves
because I didn’t know what I was walking into. Early on as identity and connection are key. We are lucky to
I was thinking about my future here and how to stand learn through our Whakapapa and Purakau from each
out among the rest as a role model. I learned quickly of those special places. I am very excited to see what
that there are so many opportunities at Gisborne my second year at GisInt will look like but I will keep
Intermediate that cater for all. We are undeniably pumping all the way through because coming to
spoilt for choice. For the past three terms I have been GisInt was the best decision I could ever have made.
focused on earning all of my colours badges so that
I can achieve an Honours Badge. The best part of all
Peyton Thomas-Brown
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Growing great teachers...
Gisborne Intermediate School is committed to developing high performing teachers. We understand
that we can promote amazing philosophies, promise wonderful opportunities and create high
expectations and then we have to deliver. Giving every learner access to a teacher who delivers best
practice and is focused on continual personal improvement is imperative to meet the needs of each
and every student we get the privilege to work with. Integral to providing a high quality education
is ensuring we employ outstanding teachers. This is something on which we place an extremely high
priority.
How we continue to develop a high performing staff
Professional learning opportunities is challenged with constant change. Rather than
accepting the status quo, our staff are looking for ways
We invest in staff by giving them access to experts
to evolve in order to give learners the best possible
in education. New Zealand has an abundance of
deal.
professionals who have a proven track record in
making a difference in education. We support staff
to tap into that knowledge and encourage them to
Professional accountability
adopt approaches which make an impact and improve Our staff are well used to providing evidence they
the educational outcomes for all learners. Looking are making a difference. Making impacts on student
outside our local school community not only offers achievement and wellbeing can be measured. We
the opportunity to be exposed to new ideas but often have a culture of requiring teachers to inquire into the
provides reassurance that we can match best practice impact of their teaching and to respond accordingly.
from within our profession right here at Gisborne Whilst opportunities for celebration are provided, our
Intermediate. teachers understand that a great school is built on the
foundation of great teaching and learning. They are
Professional learning conversations constantly self-reviewing, being coached and have
observations to help them grow.
Our staff have scheduled meetings with management
and colleagues to engage in dialogue around their We are proud of the quality of teaching staff we have
practice and explore progress being made against at Gisborne Intermediate School. This is not down to
personal learning goals. Learning is not just the domain luck. We have robust systems of inquiry and support to
of students as we expect our staff to be on a continual ensure that every teacher is having a positive impact
journey of self-improvement themselves. Whilst on student learning and wellbeing. This is delivered
these learning conversations create accountability in a supportive way which teachers appreciate and
around student data and wellbeing, it also energises creates a happy environment where people love
staff to seek improvement and be better than they coming to school to work, learn and have fun on a
were yesterday. Teaching is a dynamic industry which daily basis.
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Digitally enhanced classrooms
Today’s students - the generation of digital
learners - expect to be connected anywhere, Digital access for all classrooms
anytime. For many years our BOT has invested Gisborne Intermediate is a place of learning which
a significant amount of money to ensure that strongly encourages learners to bring their own device
all classrooms are digitally supported. (BYOD).
Our school has successfully integrated Chromebooks
Our focus is on utilising digital equipment at times to as a device to support learning and we believe this
enhance the learning of literacy, numeracy and inquiry is a smart investment. A machine with at least 4GB of
learning. An environment suited to diverse learning memory is recommended.
needs from those who need significant support in their
We do not allow cell phones in classrooms. Please
learning through to the talented student. There is a
talk to one of our staff members if you require further
balance of computers to book work with students using
information.
digital activities to support their learning. Accessing an
ever increasing range of digital resources and online All access to the Internet is monitored at Gisborne
learning programmes enhances the inquiry-based Intermediate. We have robust processes to ensure
learning programme. Time on devices is carefully learners are using digital technologies to enhance
managed with limited screen time per day. Every day learning.
offers a balance of digital interaction with interpersonal,
hands on and aspects of traditional learning.
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A holistic approach to education
developing the whole student
Our holistic approach to education is evident throughout the school. We believe your child is born
with inherent talents in music, art, speaking, writing and performing. All the arts flourish within our
classrooms and our specialist teachers deliver extension programmes in Dance and Drama, Art,
Music, Languages and Technology. We also understand the importance of giving all learners the
opportunity to develop a love for science. We now offer science enrichment sessions as part of our
specialist subject options.
Specialisation programmes
Over the years our specialisation programmes have Art
included Art, Music, Dance & Drama, Science, Food
A well resourced Art Room and experienced teacher,
Tech, Horticulture, Hauora and Industrial Tech. All
enabling all children to realise their innate talents.
pupils will work in specialist areas during the year, with
additional opportunities for extension and enrichment
for those with special talents or interests. Music
Creating and performing music in classes. Group
Dance and Drama tuition is also available for various instruments
including flute, guitar, bass guitar, violin and keyboard.
Hip Hop and drama clubs are available to all students.
Currently over 100 students are being tutored within
Our school competes in dance at the highest levels.
the programme which is subsidised by the Board of
Special opportunities in events such as Stage
Trustees.
Challenge also exist.
Technology SCIENCE
An integrated series of lessons where learners explore
Working with food and hard materials with specialists in
science, through engaging workshops. The desire is
these areas.
to make students curious about the world around them
through a lens of science and encouraged curiosity.
Languages
We recognise the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Horticulture
and the bicultural foundations of Aotearoa. Students
Hands on experience in growing food and exploring
have the opportunity to acquire skills to communicate
ways to engage in healthy eating.
in Te Reo Māori and learn Tikanga.
Kapa Haka
Competitive/Non competitive.
Hauora
Learning about the importance of mental and physical
wellbeing.
GisInt is a school I know I will never forget. classes. I know there is also still so much
There are so many opportunities available. If more to try. I have done so much and tried so
you wanted to try something new, attending many new things in my first year that it makes
GisInt is your chance! The teachers make me excited for next year as a Year 8. This has
sure we always have new and exciting things been a very interesting and rapidly changing
happening and on offer. At first I was a little year because of Covid-19. Even though we
nervous at the prospect of starting a new had a lot of time out of the classroom, we still
and bigger school with people I had never stayed connected with each other and our
met before. That melted away when I walked learning. The teachers have also done their
into the best class with the nicest, funniest best to make this year exciting even though
teachers and the kindest students. I have lots of things such as Action Week and camps
had the privilege of being in many different have been cancelled. I really appreciate how
and exciting adventures including being in a passionate they are, the commitment they
‘bubble school’ then coming back to school show every day and how they help me be the
doing horticulture extension and buddy best I can be. Bring on 2021!
Lydia Baxendale
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Catering for accelerated learners
We have an established reputation in the education community for offering rich and challenging
experiences to help realise the potential of all the young people who attend our school. If they
discover a talent for any particular aspect of the school’s curriculum they are invited to join an
extension group.
All of our pupils have a range of opportunities to Sport
develop their known talents and to uncover new ones.
Our elite sports people are able to compete at the
highest level across a wide range of sports including
Accelerated Learners national sporting events (AIMS Games) from cricket
Students are clustered together within classrooms. to golf, to squash, to winter sports. They regularly
compete against other Intermediates from throughout
Extension Withdrawal Programmes the Bay of Plenty.
Writers Workshop, Reading Extension, Debating,
Mathematics, Science, Technology and our own Leaders
arts extension programmes in Music, Art, Dance and Leaders are supported to demonstrate ‘Leadership
Drama. in Action’ projects and are recognised for their
endeavours and contributions. We also look for
Music opportunities to invite motivational presenters to
Talented students are able to participate in our inspire the next generation of leaders.
rock bands, orchestra, Ukulele group and have the
opportunity to perform to a variety of audiences. Leadership Opportunities
Students who have been identified as having talents
in interpersonal and leadership skills are given the
opportunity to further develop and put these talents
into action. This will benefit themselves, their peers,
classrooms, school, families and communities.
08 | Gisborne Intermediate School 2021 ProspectusMATHEMATICS WRITING WORKSHOPS TE REO REP SPORTS MUSIC LEADERSHIP THE ARTS TECHNOLOGY REP ACADEMIC GROUPS
Classroom learning options
At Gisborne Intermediate we recognise the importance of finding the right learning environment for
every learner.
Our commitment is to develop high performing learners this approach works. Many parents feel secure
teachers who continually look for improvement in a in this method of delivering educational outcomes
rapidly changing world. knowing that just one teacher will be responsible for
meeting their child’s needs on a daily basis.
We appreciate that different classroom environments
will suit different learners. Rather than imposing a one-
size-fits-all approach to educating your child, we are
Collaborative Learning Environments
evolving a range of environments that best meet the At Gisborne Intermediate we have created a number
needs of individuals and their preferred learning styles. of collaborative learning environments in order to
deliver a responsive and future focused education.
As we prepare learners for an increasingly diverse, These learning spaces allow students to have
globalised and media-saturated society, schools are flexibility with their learning and to be supported by
being challenged to equip students with the skills to teachers with their expertise in collaborative teaching
cope with the demands of an uncertain future. We strategies. Many learners discover the benefits of
offer a variety of classroom environments which have having access to more than one teacher in their
slightly different approaches but prioritise students’ learning environment.
learning needs with a view to learners being able to
reach their full potential and having an eye on the Te Ao Māori Learning Environment
future. E tipu e rea mō ngā rā o tō ao. Ko tō ringa ki ngā
At Gisborne Intermediate our learning hubs are either a rākau a te Pākehā Hei ora mō te tinana. Ko tō ngākau
single-teacher learning environment or a collaborative ki ngā taonga a ō tīpuna Māori
learning environment. Teaching pedagogy and Ngā Manu a Rehua is an education team within our
technology used to support learning is the same kura which is about Whānau - through our identity as
irrespective of the physical environment the teachers individuals and as a collective our tamariki are nurtured
and students are in. into being the very best that they can be. Where each
of their talents and stengths is utilised to capture the
Single Cell classrooms very best for their learning. A unique characteristic of
Learning hubs with one teacher is a preferred option this learning programme is that learning is not confined
for some parents and students. Our teachers are within four walls, the classroom moves to get the most
skilled at meeting the academic and social needs of enriching learning experiences possible. Te Ao Māori
a diverse range of learnersthrough a combination of is proudly woven through all that is done.
whole class, group and individual teaching. For some
10 | Gisborne Intermediate School 2021 ProspectusI couldn’t wait to start at Gisborne Intermediate. Gisborne Intermediate they teach you to be the
I was full of excitement and I haven’t been best version of yourself, to be a good person,
disappointed having been here for 3 terms show leadership, be kind and look to help others.
now. I have learnt so much in my first year and I’m looking forward to next term and next year
my teachers are encouraging, supportive and here. I would encourage any parent thinking of
understanding. Although Covid-19 has made this sending their child to Gisborne Intermediate to
year difficult in some ways, my teachers have do it. The teachers are amazing and are always
gone above and beyond to make our learning finding new ways to keep us interested in
fun. There are so many opportunities here to try learning and there are so many opportunities. It’s
different things. I especially like horticulture and an awesome school. Like their motto says, they
the impact you can have on the environment. At ‘grow great people’.
Koby Gooch
When I first started at GisInt, I really didn’t and funny teachers. They are supportive,
know what to expect. I had heard positive inspiring and help us be the best we can.
things but nothing can prepare you until If you do something, no matter how big or
you actually get a taste of the school. After small, they will always recognise it every
three terms I can see why GisInt becomes time. My highlights of the last three terms
special to everyone. No matter what you are P.E and the fun learning we do in and
are interested in or passionate about, I can outside of the classroom. Another highlight
assure you GisInt will have an opportunity is all the friends that I have made this year.
on offer for you. This year I have seen first- The kids here are great as I have never seen
hand students exploring their passion, anyone alone. I always see others with
including me. Despite Covid-19 having a big friends or making new friends. GisInt is a
impact in 2020, I have still managed to be a friendly place where everyone is considered
part of sports such as Basketball, Rugby and important. I’m loving it.
Sevens. There are also so many amazing
Storm De Their
I remember the first time I came through the gates of Gisborne people from all over the school. In the classroom, we get
Intermediate. I was so nervous and didn’t know what to lots of support with our learning, with the chance to attend
expect. But everyone was so welcoming and friendly and maths and writing booster sessions. The school is awesome
made me feel really comfortable from the outset. There are so at finding ways to support and challenge every student. The
many opportunities to get involved in and there is something badge system is really good and helps me to aim high and give
for everyone here. My highlight so far is participating in and different things a go, including indoor bowls and basketball. I
winning the speech competition. Organised events like hope to get more badges next year and to try and achieve my
lunchtime sports are fun and make sure that everyone gets Honours badge. I know my success isn’t defined by how many
involved. Going on camp at the start of the year helped me badges I get but it is cool there are ways to get recognition.
get to know my classmates and my teacher better. I am really Every student is valued and celebrated for their achievements.
looking forward to Action Week next year because I think it It’s one of the special things about GisInt.
will be a good way to experience new things and meet new
Joshua Aukuso
I have only been at Gisborne Intermediate for 3 terms not only focused on sporting opportunities. They
now but I already know that these 2 years here are encourage everyone to be all round achievers
going to be the greatest 2 years of my life. When I first with numerous academic options, such as Literacy
walked through the school gates I was really nervous extensions, speeches and so much more. There is
to be at a new school. That changed quickly and as lots of opportunities in the Arts and leadership too.
soon as we got assigned our new classrooms all that The teachers here are encouraging, inspiring and
melted away. It is amazing the endless amount of will always push you to reach your full potential.
opportunities GisInt gives to their students. Whether The class environment I am in is so welcoming and
you like sport, culture, academics or you simply just supportive for everyone. I have no regrets coming to
want to contribute to the school, GisInt has it all on this amazing school and I’m sure if you join the GisInt
offer. What amazes me every time is that GisInt is family, you won’t either.
Ella Sutton
GisInt has been a wonderful experience for me and has your education in so many other ways. Teachers from all
opened up a variety of different opportunities for me around Gisborne and all around the world have tuned in
to choose from. GisInt is a school for everyone, with to see what GisInt is doing via our Facebook pages. This
something to cater for everyone’s talents and interests. school loves celebrating learners! GisInt is big on the
My year has been full to the brim of extracurricular ‘Rise Values’ which is a system that focuses on teaching
activities and extensions. Even with the Covid-19 student’s important values and incorporating them into
disruption, I got to the point where I could not fit their everyday lives in everything throughout life. GisInt
anything else in because I was so busy. Some of you may is such an awesome school and certainly delivers on the
be under the illusion that GisInt is a ‘sports’ school. This vision of ‘growing great people’.
is absolutely not true. GisInt may well be good at sports,
but the teachers are committed to getting the best out of
Hunter ClaphamEducation beyond
the regular
classroom
At Gisborne Intermediate we ensure all
students are offered a varied range of physical
opportunities and challenges.
ACT ION WEEK Action Week
Venturing Into The Wider World
This amazing opportunity is held at the end of Term
3. A unique week designed to develop interests and
passions and to also provide learning opportunities
beyond Gisborne. We offer a range of exciting
activities during the week from which children can
select, including: an overseas cultural experience,
skiing, Rotorua, Waikato, Auckland, Wellington, Taupo
and many fantastic one day activities. The stated aim
of the week is to ensure that we provide a range of
learning experiences that children might not otherwise
have access to.
Camping
All students take part in a camping experience at the
CAMPING
beginning of the year with a focus on water safety.
Sporting Opportunities
We have close and easy access to Gisborne’s best
sporting facilities and these are regularly used during
lunchtime, physical education lessons and sports
times, before and after school.
Staff are directly involved in the coaching of cricket,
netball, rugby, ki-o-rahi, hockey, soccer, gymnastics,
road cycling, mountain biking, swimming, touch rugby,
badminton, squash, surfing, basketball, golf, kayaking,
waka ama and ultimate frisbee. All students, regardless
of skill level, are given a high level of coaching. In all,
over 30 sports are on offer.
In addition, all students also have access to lunchtime
sports, cross country, swimming, triathlon, athletics and
interclass competitions.
G O P P ORT U NIT I E S Our top sports students, teams and individuals
SPORT IN
compete in sports exchanges with Whakatane
and compete in the Bay of Plenty/Poverty Bay
Intermediate Schools Championships sporting fixtures
across at least 18 sporting codes.
12 | Gisborne Intermediate School 2021 ProspectusSCIENCE ACTION WEEK LANGUAGES THE ARTS DANCE & DRAMA TECHNOLOGY SPORT CAMPING WHAKATANE EXCHANGE
From the moment I first stepped into the school Learning Hub 10. We are one big whānau here in
grounds, up until now, Gisborne Intermediate has both our learning hub and team. A team where the
been a journey of discovery. There are so many teachers are amazing and they work hard to make
unbelievable opportunities out there that GisInt our learning enjoyable and fun. The environment at
has to offer. Ones that cater for whatever you are Gisborne Intermediate School has me excited about
into - Sport, Academic, Leadership or Cultural. My walking through the school gates every single day.
best piece of advice would be to give everything a The teachers, kids and school are all lovely. There is
go because you will never know what the outcome no place I’d rather be. GisInt is a special school in so
will be. Make the most of your two years as they many ways and I feel so lucky to be benefiting from
will go way faster than you think. I feel very lucky all it has to offer. I can’t wait to see what the next 5
to be a part of Tanemahuta Education Team and terms will bring.
Kate Thompson
GisInt...what a ride so far! Not just because I love to achieve what I strive to do during my time here.
Mountain Biking but because the journey I have Even though it’s been a crazy year with Covid-19
had so far here has been nothing short of amazing! I still feel like I have achieved so many things.
When I first walked into my new learning hub, I was Despite some disruptions I have still been involved
somewhat nervous but after only one day I was in Mountain Biking, Lightweight rugby, Gymnastics,
simply buzzing. It’s so easy to make new friends Camps, Speeches and Horticulture extension. I am
and everyone is super supportive of you. The vibe looking forward to what else I can get my teeth into
around our school is fun and positive. I have found in 2021! Being a Year 7 has been so cool and I think
the teachers here really focus on rewarding the I’ll only be achieving way more as a Year 8. This
positives and celebrate the things you are great at. school has a way of taking things to a new level at
They have never told me I can’t do anything. Instead every turn. I’m so stoked with my decision to come
they have guided me and have helped me set goals to GisInt.
Jack Long
Ko Whetumatarau te Maunga to different rohe each term and our classroom is not
Ko Awatere te Awa confined to one space - we move to where our learning
Ko Horouta te Waka takes us which is always a popular choice with us kids.
Ko Awatere te Marae, Our motto is ‘do the mahi, get the treats’. Because of
the awesome opportunities, nobody wants to miss out
Ko Ngāti Porou te Iwi so we always try to do better. We are a whānau and are
Ko Hine Brooking ahau surrounded with the support of our whānau at home,
our peers and our kaiako. Some of my highlights this
My first day settling into school was sensational. I was year have been receiving the Student of the Week
very fortunate to be placed in Ngā Manu a Rehua. In Award. I am focused on earning my Honours Badge this
our learning hub we proudly learn about our culture year and have my sights set on achieving as much as I
and how our culture can take us everywhere. We learn can while I am here. I very much love my classmates and
through our whakapapa, identity, our history and we think that Gisborne Intermediate is such an amazing
keep our purakau alive. Every day brings something school. I am loving every part of the journey this school
new and inspiring. In Ngā Manu a Rehua our teachers has taken me on so far. It’s awesome to think I still have
drive us to be the best that we can be. We go on noho 5 terms to go!
Hine Brooking
Ko Taranaki te Maunga I have ever been in. I love coming to school every day
Ko Waiua te Awa where I am inspired and expected to work to the best of
Ko Taranaki te Iwi my ability and strive for nothing short of excellence. Our
Ko Jerome Tamatea Ahau hub is a whānau and our learning celebrates who we are
and the beautiful places we come from. Everyone wants
to do their best because they don’t want to miss out on
Whāia te iti kahurangi, ki te tuohu koe, me he maunga the amazing learning opportunities on offer every week.
teitei! Seek that which is precious, if you must bow, let it We are constantly encouraged to walk strongly in both
be to a lofty mountain! Before starting at Gisint I was so worlds but most importantly to be proud of how special
nervous but with one term left I can’t believe how fast the we all are. It’s amazing that GisInt offers so many different
year has gone. I definitely chose the best place for me. environments and opportunities. It is a unique and very
I have joined the Ngā Manu a Rehua learning hub and special kura.
love everything about it. It is different to any other class
Jerome Tamatea
14 | Gisborne Intermediate School 2021 ProspectusGeneral
information
OPEN NIGHT
Thursday 22 October 2020
5.30pm to 7.30pm
This is an opportunity to experience the
school environment, see aspects of the school
programme in action and talk to the Board, staff
and students.
Enrolment Scheme
Enrolment at Gisborne Intermediate in 2021 is
governed by an enrolment scheme. Details of the
scheme can be found on our school website
www.gisint.school.nz
The Board has determined that there will be plenty
of spaces available for out of zone students so all
applications are welcomed.
Enrolment Time Line:
Enrolments close: 6 November 2020
Enrolments confirmed: 27 November 2020
Intermediate School Terms
Term 1 Start Year 8: Tuesday 2 February 2021
Start Year 7: Wednesday 3 February 2021
End: Friday 16 April 2021
Term 2 Monday 3 May - Friday 9 July 2021
Term 3 Monday 26 July - Friday 1 October 2021
Term 4 Monday 18 Oct - Thursday 9 Dec 2021
Stationery
All stationery requirements will be provided by the
school in 2021. There will be no charge.
Buses
Bus transport is available for pupils.
For full details of bus routes and conditions please
contact Go Bus.School Uniform for 2021
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 correct school uniform being worn
at all times.
Girls Boys
Blouse or Polo Shirt Polo Shirt
Regulation white blouse or polo shirt with sleeve Regulation white polo shirt with sleeve above elbow.
above elbow.
Shorts
Shorts Regulation GisInt navy shorts, above the knee.
Regulation GisInt navy shorts, above the knee.
Track Pants
Track Pants Regulation GisInt plain navy (without stripes/bands)
Regulation GisInt plain navy (without stripes/bands) Terms 2 and 3 only.
Terms 2 and 3 only.
Shoes
Shoes Either:
Either: ½ Completely black school shoes, or
½ Completely black school shoes, or ½ Plain black velcro sandals.
½ Black sandals (worn correctly and no straps above ½ Running shoes or regulation black shoes may be
the ankle). worn in conjunction with the track pants in Terms 2
½ Running shoes or regulation black shoes may be and 3 only.
worn in conjunction with the track pants in Terms 2
and 3 only. Socks
GisInt regulation socks.
Socks
GisInt regulation navy socks. Sweatshirt
Regulation navy sweatshirt (optional).
Sweatshirt
Regulation navy sweatshirt (optional). Jacket
Regulation GisInt jacket (optional).
Jacket
Regulation GisInt jacket (optional).
order GisInt uniforms online from Argyle schoolwear
www.argyleonline.co.nz
0800 110 059 | aohelp@argyleonline.co.nz
GISBORNE INTERMEDIATE A full uniform list is available from the office
and will be sent home after the orientation day.
SCHOOL UNIFORM IS AVAILABLE
FROM A COMBINATION OF SHOP Hours:
January: The shop will be open one week
OUR SCHOOL UNIFORM SHOP, prior to the start of Term 1 from 9am-2pm.
online AND THE WAREHOUSE. During Term: 8am-10.30am (Mon-Fri).
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16 | Gisborne Intermediate School 2021 ProspectusPE Uniform for Boys & Girls Hats & Sunglasses
Students are strongly encouraged to wear a sun hat
PE Shirt and sunglasses when outside.
Regulation GisInt shirt. Beanies are not permitted in school and hats should
be worn the correct way around and removed when
PE Shorts indoors.
Plain black sports shorts above the knee (No white
stripes/logos). Make-up
No make-up or nail polish permitted.
Swimwear
Swimming shorts (not below the knee) only are to be
worn in the pool. Shoes
Boys – no boxer shorts in the pool. The shoes need to be able to stand up to the rigours
Girls - full togs, no bikinis. Rash-vest and swimming of physical activity, wet weather and protect the front
shorts permitted as over-garments of the foot from dropped tools in the hard materials
room.
Below are photographs of shoes and sandals that are
Other aspects of uniform acceptable.
Jewellery (optional)
A wrist watch and one small stud may be worn in the
lobe of each ear.
Hair
Hair must be kept tidy at all times. Hair bands and
hair ties must be plain black, white or navy. Hair styles
must be reasonably conventional. Unnatural colours,
streaks, highlights or patches of unnatural colour are
not permitted.156 Roebuck Road, Gisborne 4010 PO Box 1252, Gisborne 4040 P 06 867 2246 E admin@gisint.school.nz @GisborneIntermediate For additional information and extra copies of the prospectus see: www.gisint.school.nz
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