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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

From sports games and concert performances to parent-teacher conferences and early finish times, there is always something exciting happening. Subscribe to our Google Calendar to seamlessly sync our calendar directly with your phone or personal device.

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What's happening at Devon Intermediate School?

Upcoming Events in November

Mon 9

Term 4, Week 5

9 Nov 2026 - 13 Nov 2026

Wed 11

School Production

11 Nov 2026

Wed 11

Orientation Day

11 Nov 2026

Thu 12

Long Jump Finals

12 Nov 2026

Thu 12

School Production

12 Nov 2026

Thu 12

NPBHS/NPGHS Profiling with SLT

12 Nov 2026

Fri 13

2027 Head Student Applications due

13 Nov 2026

Fri 13

MANA Reward Day

13 Nov 2026

Fri 13

Relay Finals

13 Nov 2026

Fri 13

Pasifika

13 Nov 2026

Fri 13

Kapa Haka

13 Nov 2026

Mon 16

High Jump Finals

16 Nov 2026

Mon 16

Vision Testing Catch-up

16 Nov 2026

Mon 16

Term 4, Week 6

16 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

Tue 17

School closes early

17 Nov 2026

Wed 18

Devon Orientation Day (back-up date)

18 Nov 2026

Thu 19

Intermediate Athletics Championship

19 Nov 2026

Thu 19

Visits to NPGHS/NPBHS

19 Nov 2026

Fri 20

House Sports

20 Nov 2026

Fri 20

Assembly

20 Nov 2026

Fri 20

Pasifika

20 Nov 2026

Fri 20

Kapa Haka

20 Nov 2026

Mon 23

2027 Head Student Interviews

23 Nov 2026

Mon 23

Assembly

23 Nov 2026

Mon 23

Term 4, Week 7

23 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026

Tue 24

School closes early

24 Nov 2026

Tue 24

2027 Head Student Interviews

24 Nov 2026

Thu 26

Y8 Girls Self Defence - Course 4

26 Nov 2026

Fri 27

Spotswood College Transition Day

27 Nov 2026

Fri 27

House Sports

27 Nov 2026

Fri 27

Pasifika

27 Nov 2026

Fri 27

Kapa Haka

27 Nov 2026

Mon 30

Term 4, Week 8

30 Nov 2026 - 4 Dec 2026

Latest Notices

POSTPONED OF ORIENTATION DAY - DEVON INTERMEDIATE
10 Nov 2026

Kia ora koutou,

Please be advised that our Orientation Day for Year 6 students attending Devon Intermediate next year has been postponed due to rain. Because a large portion of the orientation activities take place outdoors, we are only able to go ahead with the event in fine weather.

**Postponement Details:**
• Original Date: Wednesday, 11th November (Postponed)
• New Date: Wednesday, 18th November
• Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Location: Starting in the school hall

Parents and whānau are warmly welcome and encouraged to attend.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.

DEVON UNLEASHED THIS WEEK!!!!!!
9 Nov 2026

DEVON UNLEASHED
3 Nov 2026

TUCK SHOP
29 Oct 2026

PUANGA PAYMENTS
28 Oct 2026

A reminder that payment for the Puanga trip must be made for your child to attend this Friday. Students with unpaid fees will unfortunately not be able to go.

If you are unsure whether you have paid, please contact the school as soon as possible. Thank you for your support!

Supporters and Sponsors

Parents, please support our local businesses

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