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Welcome to Devon Intermediate School

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kura Takawaenga o Ngāmotu.

Welcome to Devon Intermediate. Our school is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of students during these important intermediate years. We pride ourselves on providing a positive atmosphere that fosters a sense of fun and purpose, ensuring every student feels a strong sense of belonging.

Pepeha

“Ko Te Mana Whenua”

Ko Taranaki te maunga

Ko Mangaotuku te awa

Ko Tokomaru te waka

Ko Te Atiawa te iwi

Ko Ngāti Te Whiti te hapū

Ko Pukehino, Pukehe ngā pā tawhito

Ko Te Kura Takawaenga o Ngāmotu te kura

Ko Jenn Thorburn te tumuaki.


Tihei mauri ora!

Our vision is to inspire every student through meaningful opportunities that empower them to discover and grow their strengths and passions. We are committed to supporting our learners to become confident, positive, and contributing members of society.

We focus on our core MANA values:

Diligence: Achieve your personal best.

Integrity: Be honest and trustworthy.

Service: Help and be actively involved.

Respect: Be caring and considerate.

We offer a progressive approach to the curriculum with an emphasis on Literacy and Mathematics, alongside exciting opportunities in technology, performing arts, and outdoor education. We are also dedicated to giving practical effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring an inclusive environment where all ākonga feel a sense of belonging.

It is a huge privilege to lead such an amazing school. I hope you find our website interesting and helpful. If you would like to know more, please contact our friendly office staff.

Ngā mihi nui,

Jenn Thorburn | Acting Principal/Tumuaki

What's happening at Devon Intermediate School?

Upcoming Events in June

Mon 1

Term 2, Week 7

1 Jun 2026 - 5 Jun 2026

Thu 4

Volleyball Practice

4 Jun 2026

Thu 4

Winter Sports Exchange v Manukorihi at Devon

4 Jun 2026

Fri 5

Tuck Shop

5 Jun 2026

Fri 5

Winter Sports

5 Jun 2026

Fri 5

Term 2 Enrichments

5 Jun 2026

Fri 5

Pasifika

5 Jun 2026

Fri 5

Kapa Haka

5 Jun 2026

Sat 6

Smokefree Rockquest

6 Jun 2026

Mon 8

Board Meeting

8 Jun 2026

Mon 8

Term 2, Week 8

8 Jun 2026 - 12 Jun 2026

Tue 9

Board Meeting

9 Jun 2026

Tue 9

School Finishes at 2.30

9 Jun 2026

Wed 10

Moturoa AFC using our field for training

10 Jun 2026

Wed 10

Devon Y7 & Y8 Hockey Practice

10 Jun 2026

Wed 10

Y7/8 Rippa Rugby

10 Jun 2026

Thu 11

Volleyball Practice

11 Jun 2026

Fri 12

Tuck Shop

12 Jun 2026

Fri 12

Winter Sports

12 Jun 2026

Fri 12

Term 2 Enrichments

12 Jun 2026

Fri 12

Assembly

12 Jun 2026

Fri 12

Pasifika

12 Jun 2026

Fri 12

Kapa Haka

12 Jun 2026

Fri 12

Y7/8 Rippa Rugby Day back up

12 Jun 2026

Mon 15

Assembly

15 Jun 2026

Mon 15

Term 2, Week 9

15 Jun 2026 - 19 Jun 2026

Tue 16

School Finishes at 2.30

16 Jun 2026

Wed 17

Moturoa AFC using our field for training

17 Jun 2026

Wed 17

Devon Y7 & Y8 Hockey Practice

17 Jun 2026

Thu 18

Volleyball Practice

18 Jun 2026

Thu 18

North Taranaki inter-school Volleyball tournament

18 Jun 2026

Fri 19

Tuck Shop

19 Jun 2026

Fri 19

Winter Sports

19 Jun 2026

Fri 19

Term 2 Enrichments

19 Jun 2026

Fri 19

Pasifika

19 Jun 2026

Fri 19

Kapa Haka

19 Jun 2026

Mon 22

Term 2, Week 10

22 Jun 2026 - 26 Jun 2026

Tue 23

School Finishes at 2.30

23 Jun 2026

Wed 24

Whānau Hui

24 Jun 2026

Wed 24

Moturoa AFC using our field for training

24 Jun 2026

Wed 24

Devon Y7 & Y8 Hockey Practice

24 Jun 2026

Thu 25

Volleyball Practice

25 Jun 2026

Fri 26

Winter Sports

26 Jun 2026

Fri 26

Term 2 Enrichments

26 Jun 2026

Fri 26

Assembly

26 Jun 2026

Fri 26

Pasifika

26 Jun 2026

Fri 26

Kapa Haka

26 Jun 2026

Mon 29

Assembly

29 Jun 2026

Mon 29

Term 2, Week 11

29 Jun 2026 - 3 Jul 2026

Tue 30

School Finishes at 2.30

30 Jun 2026

Tue 30

Sports Exchange v Oakura

30 Jun 2026

Latest Notices

🚨 ONE DAY ONLY: TUCK SHOP MADNESS! 🚨
4 Jun 2026


Tomorrow, for ONE DAY ONLY,  come to the Tuck Shop to score the ultimate bargain.

🌟 THIS FRIDAY (TOMORROW) 🌟


THE DEAL: Absolutely everything is just $2!
WHEN: Tomorrow (Friday) only!
WHERE: The Tuck Shop


Whether you want a warm snack, a refreshing juicie, or your favorite treat, you won't pay a cent over $2 per item.

💰 Don't Forget!


Make sure to bring your money tomorrow morning so you don't miss out. Once Friday is over, these crazy prices are gone for good!

 

GOOD NEWS STORY
4 Jun 2026

We hope you had a fantastic day at the Leadership Conference yesterday.

 

Once again, your students exceeded all expectations during their stay with us. They went above and beyond by stripping their beds, folding towels, and leaving their rooms in excellent condition, which certainly made my (Neil's) morning a lot easier.

 

We've attached a few notes that were left for our team. These small gestures mean a great deal to us. They genuinely brighten our day, put a spring in our step, and remind us why we love what we do.

 

I mentioned last year that Devon Intermediate is in very good hands with young leaders like these. They are a credit to themselves, their whānau, your school, and the wider Taranaki community. Their manners, respect, and thoughtfulness did not go unnoticed.

With your permission, we would love to share some of these positive moments on our social media channels. Too often we hear only the negative stories about young people, when in reality there are so many incredible young leaders doing wonderful things and deserving recognition.

 

Please pass on our thanks and congratulations to the students and staff involved. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting them and hope to welcome you all back again next year.

Enjoy the rest of the week and the remainder of the school term.

 

🚨 THE $2 TUCK SHOP TAKEOVER IS HERE! 🚨
28 May 2026

Hungry? Craving a treat? Got a spare coin rattling around in your pocket? You're in luck, because this week we are throwing down the ultimate deal.
 
Welcome to $2 Week!
 
  The Deal
Everything. Is. Two. Dollars. No catches, no fine print. If it’s in the tuck shop, it’s just $2.
 
  The Rules
To keep things moving fast, we are keeping it old-school:
Cash Only: Dust off those gold coins and crisp bills. No cards, no accounts!
Order at the Counter: Just line up and let us know what you want.
No Pre-orders: First come, first served. When it's gone, it's gone!
 
When: Friday at lunchtime!
Where: The Tuck Shop windows.
What to bring: Your appetite and a $2 coin (or a few!).
See you at the windows!   

ACCUMULATING LOST PROPERTY
27 May 2026

Once again we have an accumulation of UNNAMED school sweatshirts, if you think your child is missing one please ask them to check the lost property bin before it is cleared on Tuesday. 

NPBHS Something For Nothing Event - 3rd June
20 May 2026

Tēnā koutou

NPBHS, are participating in a day called "Something for Nothing," where they give back to the community in some way. It is an opportunity for their young men to do something valuable and contribute to our local communities. They have invited the boys of Devon Intermediate to participate in an afternoon of games at NPBHS.

The fantastic afternoon will be on Wednesday the 3rd of June.

We will be leaving from Devon Intermediate at 12 o'clock and returning to Devon by 3pm. We will be travelling by bus. There is a $10 cost for the bus.

Unfortunately there are many students that have not returned their permission slips or payment. To ensure your Devon boys do not miss out on this opportunity please support them in getting their permission slips back to the office ASAP.

Thank you.

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