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Kia ora whānau,
Hope the term is treating you well!
Behind the scenes and across all classrooms, our students have been working incredibly hard preparing for this year’s school production. The progress they are making is absolutely fantastic to watch as the entire show begins to take shape.
There is a wonderful buzz of excitement in the air, and we can already tell this is going to be a performance to remember. Stay tuned for ticket information and performance dates coming soon—you won’t want to miss it! Details on the poster below!
Regards, Devika and the TPS team
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Year 6 Student Leadership Day
Our student leaders recently joined forces with local schools for an action-packed leadership summit. Facilitators from Burn Bright kicked off the day with a giant “doughnut” icebreaker focused on connecting with kindness. STEAM specialist Jo Rea then challenged the students to become digital leaders by navigating the growth of AI and practicing safe online habits. Finally, Year 13 Westlake Boys High School prefects ran a tricky “human knot” activity, pushing everyone to collaborate and rethink what truly makes a great leader.
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Pink Shirt Day
Our school turned into a sea of vibrant pink last Friday as we celebrated Pink Shirt Day! It was fantastic to see our students and staff stand together to support this important national movement. This year’s campaign, Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora – Speak Up, Stand Together, Stop Bullying, gave us a wonderful opportunity to talk about kindness.
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Break Time Fun: Lego Club!
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We are always looking for exciting ways to keep our students engaged, creative, and connected during their break, and our Lego Club has been a massive hit!
Offered as one of our many break time options, Lego Club gives students a fantastic space to let their imaginations run wild. Whether they are building towering skyscrapers, designing futuristic vehicles, or working together on massive collaborative structures, the creativity in the room is awesome to see.
Beyond just being incredibly fun, Lego Club is a wonderful way for students across different year levels to interact, practice problem-solving, and develop teamwork skills in a relaxed environment.
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On behalf of the School Board we are seeking YOUR support in helping the school achieve the next set of goals so we can continue to provide excellent outcomes for all our students.
We have a strong and committed Board, however we require some additional horsepower. Due to an international opportunity we will soon be losing one board member and we are also looking to create co-op opportunities to assist with a number of projects and initiatives.
These projects include but are not limited to:
- Alumni: Leading the preparation for our 2029 ‘150th!!’ school reunion.
- Marketing: Creating and Enhancing a school social presence.
- Legal: Legal related support across Board committees & projects.
- Te Ao Māori: Consulting on cultural engagement & uplift and ensuring Māori voice is heard.
- Grants Specialist: Working to obtain additional school funding.
If you, extended family (or friends) have skills and/or interest in these areas or the School Board more genuinely, we would love the opportunity to chat. It’s a brilliant way to volunteer with your school, gain governance experience and give back to your community.
We are mindful that time is often constrained, so options do exist to either join as a Board Member, or simply support a committee on a distinct piece of work. At the end of the day it’s all about ensuring great outcomes for our learners.
Please email the TPS Board at takapunaboard@tps.school.nz with any questions or interest.
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SCG : Disco
Our recent school disco was a wonderful event filled with energy, excitement and plenty of smiling faces. It was fantastic to see our school community come together to create such a memorable evening for the children. From the music and games to the glow shop and dance floor, the atmosphere was buzzing from start to finish.
Events like these not only provide our tamariki with fun childhood memories, but also help raise valuable funds for future school projects and initiatives that benefit all students. Every ticket purchased, snack sold and volunteer hour given contributes directly back to our school community.
A huge thank you goes to the incredible teachers, student helpers, SCG members and parent volunteers who made the evening possible. Whether you helped set up, supervised activities, sold food, applied tattoos, managed games, packed down or simply brought enthusiasm and encouragement, your support was invaluable. Events of this scale truly could not happen without the generosity of people willing to give their time and energy.
We would also like to acknowledge the amazing spirit shown by our students throughout the evening. Seeing everyone dressed up, dancing, laughing and enjoying themselves was a wonderful reminder of how special our school community is.
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Planning is already underway for our next disco in Term 4, and we would love to welcome some new faces to the team. If you have ideas, skills to share, or would simply like to be involved in helping create another fantastic event, please get in touch with the SCG at scg@tps.school.nz
Every helping hand makes a difference, and we would love to hear from you.
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Friday 22 May – Teacher only Day (NO school)
Monday 1 June – Kings Birthday (NO school)
Monday 8 June – Board Meeting 6:00pm
Wednesday 1 July – School Production at Bruce Mason – 6:30pm
Thursday 2 July – SCG End of term wheels, non-uniform day
Friday 3 July – Last day of Term 2
Monday 20 July – Start of Term 3
Tuesday 28 July – Math Parent Evening 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Click here for School Calendar
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We believe we are a team! If you have a question, a worry, or some feedback for us, my door is always open.
Please feel free to catch me for a chat or drop me an email at devikat@tps.school.nz
We love hearing from you directly. It is always sthe fastest and most postive way to solve problems, support your child, and make our school the best it can be.
If you hear another parent sharing a worry or a concern, please kindly encourage them to reach out to me directly too! Thank you for partnering with us to keep our school community supportive, positive, and connected!
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Come join us at 8:00am for weekly runs on Wednesday’s, we gather by the blue gates on Collins Street. Please remember if the running squad has left the school grounds, do not send your child to chase after us, they can meet as at the pedestrian crossing by the other school gates OR go wait in the school office until 8:30am. More information and registrations click here.
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North Harbour Basketball competition Semester 1 – please check in with your Coach and Manager to find out the time of your game. Arrive 15 minutes early to allow for parking and finding court.
North Harbour Primary School Netball A reminder to all players to cut your nails, wear your hair off your face and no jewellery. Team score cards MUST be collected from the Office and returned after each game.
Rippa Rugby Tournament Today we had the Rippa Rugby Tournament at Onewa Domain and all teams represented TPS proudly, playing the game fairly and with such enjoyment. Thank you to all the volunteer drivers and Team Manager for your time, we appreciate you.
Yummy Sticker charts here.
Or ask your classroom teacher for a hard copy and please keep collecting as many yummy stickers as you can and raise money for TPS sports gear.
Thank you to Mirabel from 5B for collecting a sheet of Yummy stickers.
****TPS After School Teams Weekly Results***
Basketball Week 4 and 5 
Takapuna Alley Oops – Two games and two wins, awesome on defence.
Takapuna Wizards – Tough game against Willow Park and everyone put in the effort.
Takapuna Slam Dunks – A loss to TRS Eagles who were the number 1 team in 2025, next time team!
Takapuna Tigers – Awesome effort with a win over Sunnybrae Goblins 24-10 and Cote 42-10
Takapuna Stars – Close game v Bayswater and won by 24-20, Congrats team.
Takapuna Tigers on attack – race to the goal 
‘Tip-off’ for Alley Oops
Slam Dunks in action
Back line throw in for Taka Wizards
Netball Week 4 and 5
Takapuna Super Shooters
Takapuna Tulips – Strong teamwork and getting faster at moving the ball down the court resulted in Takapuna Tulips winning their game 9-2 on Wednesday! Go Tulips! Takapuna Sunflowers – played Bayswater with a close loss 3 / 2 but really amazing game from the Sunflowers with outstanding defence.
 Taka Tulips on attack
Taka Super Shooters
Playground Games
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Parent Portal:
The Parent Portal is an online platform that provides parents and whānau with easy-to-use resources and tools to support their child’s education at home. You can find more information on the Parent Portal online: https://www.education.govt.nz/parents-and-caregivers/schools-year-0-13/parent-portal
School Policies:
Each term, the whole school community is invited to review and comment on specific policies and procedures. This feedback is captured using the review button on topics that are under review. The review topics for each term are listed on the Current Review and Review Instructions page.
General Feedback:
At any time, members of the school community can send general feedback on a topic to the school by clicking the green feedback button on the top right of the page. Visit the Schooldocs website.
Username: takapunaprimary Password: deedsnotwords
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Are you a Facebook and Social Media Expert?
Takapuna Primary School Alumni Network needs your help!
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TPS recently launched an alumni group on Facebook. We’re just in the beginning stages and we need someone who can assist with the growth of the group by attracting members. The objectives of the TPS Alumni Network are:
- Build a database of TPS alumni
- Develop connections with TPS’s current staff and students
- Enhance current students’ understanding of TPS’s history
- Offer fundraising opportunities for alumni to invest so TPS can continue its high-quality educational standards
- Promote TPS’s brand in the community
- Host alumni events
- Begin the path towards TPS’s 150th reunion in 2029
- Create an online archive of TPS class photos, memorabilia etc.
Please join the Facebook group here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/666338743056767
If you would like to assist by helping us develop the Facebook group, please contact us at alumni@tps.school.nz
The time commitment is approx 1-2 hours per month.
Thank you
TPS Board of Trustees
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Did you know that bottle tops and container lids can no longer be recycled in your curbside bins?
But the good news is, they can still be recycled and our school is a collection point!
Here are few tips:
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Separate plastic from metal
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Remove from ziplock/plastic bags before placing in the boxes
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Lids should be clean and dry
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YES: Flip-top/hinged caps, Screw caps, Milk bottle caps, Ice cream container lids, Yoghurt and dip lids, Supplement bottle lids, Household cleaning lids, Shampoo & cosmetic lids, Felt tip lids, Crown caps (bottle caps), Jar lids, Ring pull caps, Wire from sparkling drinks, Metal screw top caps, Aluminium lids, Wine lids, Food tin lids
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NO: pumps or triggers, coffee cup lids, coffee pods, glass
Bonus:
We’ll win a $1000 cash prize from Resource Recovery Devonport if our school collects the most per capita this year!
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An investment in our students
Our mission at Takapuna Primary School is to deliver a great quality learning environment that supports a quality education. To support this, we are seeking your help.
Your school donations make a very real difference to us as a state-funded public school. Our basic costs are met by the Ministry of Education, but it’s the money we receive from our school community that really allows us to provide opportunities, equipment and teaching beyond what is funded by the government.
The school donation for 2026 is $260 per student, or $420 for families with two or more students.
We can arrange weekly, fortnightly, or monthly instalments via internet banking if this helps spread the cost. Importantly, donations are tax deductible so approximately one third of every donation can be claimed back as a tax credit. That means for a $260 donation you receive $86 back in your wallet. Your actual donation cost is just $174.
To make your donation payments please go to the ‘Hero’ app and click on ‘Student Billing’. Alternatively, any payments can also be made directly into the school bank account 12 3026 0792484 00 – if doing so, please ensure you include your child’s name and ‘donation’ as reference on the payment.
Any queries regarding payments can be directed to our accounts team: accounts@tps.school.nz
If you would like to know more about how the School Board operates, and/or would be interested in understanding how else you can help, please contact: takapunaboard@tps.school.nz
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IMPORTANT
If your child is LATE, please make sure they sign in at the office upon arriving at school.
If they are RETURNING to school after an appointment offsite, they MUST sign in at the office BEFORE going to their classroom.
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This photo was taken in 1975.
Netball has always been a popular sport at Takapuna Primary School.
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2027 Term Dates
Term 1: Wednesday 3 February – Friday 9 April
Term 2: Tuesday 27 April – Friday 2 July
Term 3: Monday 19 July – Friday 24 September
Term 4: Monday 11 October – Friday 17 December
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Kia Ora everyone – We are Kelly Club Takapuna!
Kelly Club values providing a safe, “home away from home” environment that nurtures children through fun, educational activities like sports, cooking, and arts. Their core focus is on inclusivity, building confidence, and creating a supportive space where children can grow, make friends, and feel comfortable being themselves!
Our key Kelly Club values and focus areas:
Safety and Care: Programs are OSCAR-approved with trained, police-vetted staff, ensuring a secure “home away from home”.
Fun and Engagement: Activities are structured to keep kids active and entertained, including sports, baking, discovery/science, and arts & crafts.
Inclusivity and Respect: A welcoming, diverse environment is promoted, treating all children with kindness and empathy, and focusing on mutual respect.
Child Development: Programs focus on boosting self-confidence, encouraging creativity, teaching new skills, and facilitating social growth through play.
Community and Flexibility: Programs are designed in partnership with local schools and offer flexible, convenient booking and payment options for parents.
Our bookings for Term, Holiday Programme and the TEACHER ONLY DAY (Friday 22nd May) are all open now.
Come join in the fun! What are you waiting for?
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Parenting can feel a bit like detective work sometimes!
One minute tamariki seem absolutely fine… and the next there are tears, frustration, shutdowns, big reactions, or behaviour that leaves adults wondering, “What on earth is going on here?”
This week’s ready-to-use parent resource introduces a simple HOLT check-in that can help whānau pause and consider what might be contributing to their child feeling overwhelmed or dysregulated:
– Hungry
– Overstimulated
– Lonely
– Tired
It’s not about overanalysing every emotion or wading in to fix things. It’s simply a gentle reminder that behaviour is often easier to understand when we look at the wider picture of what our children might be carrying physically, emotionally, or socially.
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Learn to Ride a Bike – free for Adults and Kids at TPS!
AT are offering free courses on weekends in our community to help everyone become more confident riding a bike.
The following dates will be held at Takapuna Primary School!
Over the next month there will also be courses in Forrest Hill and Oteha Valley.
For more information and to register
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