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Congratulations to all of our 2025 graduating year 6 learners!

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Kia ora! Welcome to the Takapuna Primary School Board

At the heart of Takapuna Primary School (TPS), our dedicated team celebrates the vibrant journey of learning and growth of our tamariki (children). A big thanks to our extraordinary kaimahi (staff) for nurturing and guiding our young learners in achieving their academic and personal goals.

Our students, the heartbeat of our school, embody our values with pride, excelling in various fields, including academics, sports, and the arts. 2024 was a hugely successful year with great achievements and experiences, including our biyearly school camp.

2025 is a triennial Board election year so we’re getting ready to close out this Board term and look to welcome fresh faces and ideas that build upon the legacy of our predecessors. For more on the Board elections – see below.

Our board members, a mix of passionate community members, staff, and parents of current or former students, are devoted to enhancing TPS’s journey. Discover more about us in our individual bios.

For 2025, we look to actively support school investment and enhance opportunities for learners and families, that align with the school’s strategic and annual plans. 

Our Board’s Structure & Committees

Our board functions through a blend of full board and committee meetings, leveraging the expertise of our members for efficient governance. While committees focus on specific areas, the full board makes all final decisions. Specific committees are:

  • Property Committee:Works on property management and future planning, including developing long-term plans in line with Ministry of Education guidelines.
  • Health and Safety Committee:Ensures a safe and healthy environment for our tamariki and staff, maintaining rigorous health and safety standards and practices.
  • Finance Committee:Offers financial oversight and guidance, ensuring responsible management of the school’s budget and finances.

We are always on the lookout for people who can support the school Board, either by joining on an ongoing basis and/or supporting specialist pieces of work or projects. If you would like to know more about getting involved, please email: takapunaboard@tps.school.nz

Our Board meeting dates across 2025:

Board Meeting

Please note:  Board meetings are open to the public, but they are not public meetings. If you have a topic you would like to raise please do connect by email prior: takapunaboard@tps.school.nz

2025 Board Elections

As noted above this year is the triennial Board election year. Board terms at TPS are 3 years and our next election will be on the 10 September 2025. Additional sessions to find out more will be shared leading up to our elections.

A successful Board brings a range of perspectives and experience. Anyone can be on the Board however the school is always seeking support with regards to the following areas:

  • Legal / HR
  • Marketing
  • Property management.
  • Health & Safety
  • Te Ao Māori
  • Governance / Risk Management
  • Finance

For those that would like additional detail, there is a lot of available information online, however some suggested links to start with are:

Finally – we love having an interested and engaged community. If you would like to know more, please do get in touch!

Takapuna Primary Board

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Devika Tagg

Principal

About Me

It is a privilege to serve as the Tumuaki (Principal) of Takapuna Primary School and to be an active member of our Board. I have been part of the Takapuna Primary whānau for over 10 years and have been dedicated to fostering a learning environment where every child is empowered to reach their full potential. Our vision for the school is grounded in ensuring high-quality, engaging teaching and learning for all our ākonga. Ko Tagg tōku whānau

E: devikat@tps.school.nz

Greg Sandrey

Board Presiding Member

About Me

I’m honoured to serve on the TPS Board and to have the opportunity to help serve our school community. My family Anzac and Ellery as TPS students — and Kelly, who is part of the incredible teaching team here, represent my deeply personal connection to this amazing school. Our family is fully immersed in the daily life of TPS, and I feel privileged to contribute to such a vibrant, values-driven environment. I care deeply about the future of our school and am committed to ensuring our school continues to thrive. I’m here to support our leadership team and uphold the values that make TPS such a special place for every learner, every teacher, and every family connected to Takapuna Primary.

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Andrew Stevens

Board Member

About Me

Tēnā koutou katoa. Nō England ōku tupuna. My ancestors are from England. I tae mai oku tupuna ki Aotearoa te tau 1841. My ancestors arrived in NZ in the year 1841. Kei Takapuna ahau e noho ana. I am from and live in Takapuna. E mahi ana au hei Pūtea. Finance is my work. Ko Andrew toku ingoa. My name is Andrew. — I have two amazing bilingual children at TPS. I grew up on the Shore and attended TPS as a youngster. I have many fond memories and great friends to this day from my time at TPS. In my spare time I enjoy camping, being on the water and relaxing with friends. Being on the Board is a privilege, I enjoy the challenge in trying to help navigate TPS to achieve its goals while providing great learner and colleague outcomes. My ask is that anyone reading this who would like to know more or is interested in assisting gets in touch directly via the following email as we have loads of opportunity to create a richer and more vibrant school community: takapunaboard@tps.school.nz

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Natasha Giles

Board Member

About Me

My role on the Board is as Staff Representative. I have been happily settled at TPS for the last 15 years, after teaching overseas and around Auckland prior to that. For the last 10 years I have been running the ESOL program and I love working with the diverse range of cultures in our school. Being on the Board is a rewarding way to give back to this amazing community of students, teachers and families.

E: natashag@tps.school.nz

Michael Ma

Board Member

About Me

Proud Kiwi-Chinese father of 3 girls, Ex-Product Manager in IT/Fintech turned Dadtrepreneur building brands & businesses for families. Having migrated to NZ at a young age, my unique blend of cultures allows me to bridge cultural understanding and bring a modern, inclusive mindset to education and community life. My approach to parenting and learning is shaped by values of respect, innovation, creativity, and adaptability. My passion is about enhancing digital/AI literacy, and entrepreneurship. I believe in empowering our children with both foundational knowledge and the confidence to express themselves — whether through STEM, art, critical thinking, or social leadership. I am committed to helping TPS continue to grow as a place of excellence, inclusion, and fun.

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Manjeera Hammond

Board Member

About Me

A proud Kiwi-Indian Mum of two children, one recently joined TPS and another yet to come. I’m honoured to be part of the TPS Board and have the opportunity to help create an incredible learning experience for mine and all Tamariki. I join a very engaged and passionate team of parents and staff that are interested in supporting initiatives that strengthen student wellbeing, equity of opportunity, and engagement between the school and its families.

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Denham Koni

Board Member

About Me

I'm proud to be part of the TPS Board. I bring over 21 years of military leadership to the role. My background spans people management, HR, logistics, finance and operations, so I’m used to solving problems, working with different teams, and keeping things running smoothly. I love helping people to do their best and finding simple, practical ways to improve how things are done. I’m committed to contributing to a Board that champions student achievement, supports staff well-being, and helps TPS continue to thrive now and into the future. I have two children, Isla & Finn, who are current students at TPS.

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P: (09) 489 6339
E: office@tps.school.nz
Enrolments: enrol@tps.school.nz

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23 Auburn Street
Takapuna, Auckland 0622

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2025 Term Dates

Term 4: Mon 6 Oct – Tue 16 Dec

2026 Term Dates

Term 1: Wed 4 Feb – Thu 2 Apr
Term 2: Mon 20 Apr – Fri 3 Jul
Term 3: Mon 20 Jul – Fri 25 Sep
Term 4: Mon 12 Oct – Wed 16 Dec

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