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About BBI ​ Welcome to Bucklands Beach Intermediate School's school website. Our school has a unique character, as it caters for students in the intermediate school years (11-13 years) and even though we have a short time with the students we make the most of every opportunity. We are a multicultural school within Auckland, New Zealand where we value the bicultural nature of our country. At BBI we respect and embrace the official language of Te Reo Maori. By learning Te Reo and becoming increasing familiar with tikanga (culture and custom), Maori students strength their identity and non-Maori students journey towards shared cultural understandings. We pride ourselves on giving our students the best possible education, where academic excellence is celebrated. Our staff are fully trained and dedicated to promoting life long learners with a love for learning.I am very proud to be the Principal of BBI. Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make. Please contact us if you would like to find out more about our school. If you wish to website to find out more about our school then please visit the government website aim for this website to be a place where you can find information about our school and where we can communicate with you. http://www.educationcounts.govt.nz/We ​ Diane Parkinson ​ Bucklands Beach Intermediate School (BBI) is a two-year, co-educational school catering for students aged 11-13 years. Approximately 800 students currently attend our school. BBI is recognised as a leading Intermediate School in New Zealand with a strong focus on student learning. We aim to develop truly independent learners who gain an understanding that they can make a positive difference for their own future. We expect students to realise that learning is a process in which they participate with learning being seen as something they do, not something done to them. For more see curriculum pages. In November 2012, BBI became an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme World School. A verification visit to measure our level of progress towards our goal of becoming an IB World School took place in September 2012. IB PYP schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that BBI believes is important for our students. The announcement of our authorisation was due reward after 4 years of dedication and collaboration, working towards our aim. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit http://www.ibo.org The school is divided geographically into six teams, with usually four classrooms in each team. Between classrooms are courtyards with seating, planting and room for socialisation at lunch time.A large information centre incorporates a library and computer suite with a dedicated room for media creation and the daily school broadcast. Outside are two large courts for sports, a field, an artificial turf and challenge course. Beside the school hall are a number of rooms devoted to specialist classes including a workshop, art facilities with a kiln and lino press, kitchens, drawing and airbrushing equipment. The performing arts centre is a widely used building for class presentations, arts practices, and has foldback tiered seating to allow the space to be used in a number of ways.

Curriculum ​ Core Curriculum Documents These core documents are aligned with our . key curriculum documents ​ ​ Mission Statement To educate, guide and mentor all students to become successful, internationally minded, lifelong learners. ​ ​ Core Values The individual learning needs of our students Diversity and difference Education as a partnership Goal setting and reflective learning Caring for others and the environment In achieving our core values staff will: Develop innovative programmes which offer every student the opportunity to succeed Create a welcoming learning environment Maintain a climate of mutual respect Strive for excellence Respect NZ’s bicultural and multicultural heritage Be committed to achieving the school’s vision Consider themselves as learners and set goals In achieving our core values students will: Be active participants in their learning Be safe and secure Act with integrity and respect, and take responsibility for their actions Make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment Set goals to support their learning and personal development Have high expectations Respect NZ’s bicultural and multicultural heritage Be reflective Be committed to achieving the school’s vision ​ ​ Strategic Goals A. Student Progress and Achievement All associated with BBI will work towards enhancing learning, by ensuring each student has access to an appropriate curriculum, is engaged in the learning process, and develops as a confident, connected, actively involved lifelong learner. ​ B. Quality Teaching and Learning In order to optimise opportunities for students and teachers to achieve highly, it is essential appropriate structures that best support quality teaching and learning are in place. ​ C. Physical and Financial Resources to Support Learning Outcomes In order for students and teachers to achieve highly, it is essential that the physical, financial and structural resources that best support curriculum goals be provided. ​ D. All students, parents and staff. All associated with BBI will commit to welcoming all students and their families into the school so that there is a sense of belonging. ​ ​ BBI Sport Latest news and information about BBI sport can be found on the school Facebook page which is regularly updated with pictures, results and achievements. Follow the link to the BBI Facebook Page

Bucklands Beach Intermediate Policies Click here to download the 2017_2018 Governance Policies.

Assessment ​ Philosophy and rationale for Assessment at Bucklands Beach Intermediate According to ‘Making the PYP Happen’, a school’s assessment policy “is not a static document but one that is constantly evolving to reflect the assessment needs of the school.” For this reason, we will need to make sure the assessment policy is reviewed and revised every few years. All staff at BBI should be involved in the development and will need to agree on the assessment policy. All staff are responsible to ensure that the assessment policy is a working document and that it is referred to and reflected upon. ​ Assessment is the process of gathering evidence and making valid judgements about students’ achievements, needs and progress. ​ Evaluation is the analysis of this information to make judgements about the effectiveness of teaching programmes, and to determine continuing teaching and learning . (text from BBI policy and procedures) ​ ​ What does effective assessment look like at BBI? ​ It allows students to: Demonstrate and share their learning and understanding Set goals with regards to learning Use their own learning strategies and build on their own strengths Build confidence in their own work and self Express their points of view and understanding Understand what their own needs are and how to improve Make connections between what they are learning and the real world. Understand in advance the criteria for producing a quality product or performance Participate in reflection, self and peer assessment Learn how to construct their own assessment and next steps in learning. Teachers will: Use data to inform every stage of the teaching and learning process Collaboratively reflect on student progress and needs Differentiate or adapt their instruction Plan for assessment opportunities Develop professional knowledge of diagnostic, formative and summative assessment. Regular reflection on Units of Inquiry Encourage parents to: Understand student learning and progress Provide support outside of school Celebrate learning and student accomplishments ​ ​ ​

Learning Model ​ Adapted by Diane Parkinson from Ian Fox. This model depicts the self efficacy development of the Learner. In this case our students. BBI Rubric ​ At Bucklands Beach Intermediate we use a rubric which we have developed for gathering, sharing and reporting data. The rubric is used by students, teachers and parents.

Extension Programmes ​ After School Classes After School Classes are held at BBI in two semesters, each usually fifteen weeks in duration. Booklets are sent out to all students in the second week of term 1 and again after Queens Birthday weekend for semester 2. Classes are usually held between 3.30pm and 4.30pm. The first semester is held in Terms 1 and 2, usually between the end of February and the second last week of Term 2. The second semester begins on the first day of Term 3 and runs until mid-November. ​ A variety of classes are offered. This largely depends upon tutors we have at the time. We have offered French, Japanese, German, Spanish, Chinese / Mandarin and ESOL in the language department; plus Boost your Maths, Extension Maths, Homework Support, Aerobics and Fitness, Dance, Theatre Sports, Drama, Craft and Guitar. Our Sports Academy run both a Basic and Intermediate class. If you would like to tutor a subject, please email your proposal to the school office - , or contact the school office by phone 534 2896. mailbox@bbi.school.nz ​ ​ Extension Programmes Non English Speaking Background (NESB) Programmes A significant proportion of BBI students qualify for extra tuition in English. They work individually or in small groups daily at first, until their English has reached an appropriate level. Continued support is given to them in small groups on a regular basis. Mathex Mathex is an extension programme in maths that is offered to both Year 7 and Year 8 students. Groups of students who require extension and added challenge in Maths are identified. This number and problem solving programme takes place in the classroom with support from an additional teacher, predominantly in Terms 2 and 3. ​ ​

Afterschool Classes ​ After School Classes and Pre-registration with Kindo Welcome to BBI’s After School Classes which are held in two semesters. Semester one is held in Terms 1 and 2, usually between the beginning of March and the second last week of Term 2. The second semester begins usually the first week of Term 3 and runs until mid-November. A variety of classes are offered depending upon tutors we have at the time. An email will be sent to parents when applications are open. ​ ​ How to Enrol Enrolments are online with Kindo School Shop. It’s easy and convenient. This is a fantastic way to register, complete permission forms and pay for the class/es. THIS IS THE ONLY METHOD OF PAYMENT. We encourage you to set up your myKindo account as soon as possible. Then you will be able to log in, place your order and make the payment online with POLi, Internet Banking or your Credit/Debit card. ​ Enrolments are first in first served EXCEPT FOR MATH classes. Applications for Math will be submitted to the Head Maths Tutor and a confirmation letter will be sent to your child confirming their class and time. If your child is not accepted into the Maths class he/she will receive a letter and you will need to apply to Kindo for a refund of your money. This will incur a $5 refund processing fee, if you wish the money to go back into your bank account and not into your myKindo account. ​ Kindo helpdesk is open 8am to 4pm weekdays. Freephone: 0508 4 KINDO (0508 454 636) Email: hello@mykindo.co.nz Online support: www.support.mykindo.co.nz . Click here for existing and new user accounts ​ ​ Tutors Our tutors are well qualified to meet your child’s needs. As professionals they take their role seriously and work to a high standard. All tutors have a police clearance. ​ ​ Parents Role It is vital that parents work in partnership with the school and the tutor. Encouragement at home to do follow up or practice activities as necessary. Attendance at lessons is also important. ​ ​ Refund Policy ​ Please ensure you carefully pick which after school class/es you would like your child to take. If, for some reason a class is cancelled before the start date, we will notify you and a full refund will be given. A refund of half the fees will be considered if you withdraw no less than five (5) school days before a class starts. NO REFUNDS once the course is underway.

Curriculum Documents ​ Inquiry Model Our inquiry model the inquiry process used by our students and teachers in their learning. Copies of the model can be found around all learning environments. Our inquiry model reflects the philosophies of the IB Primary Years Programme. At BBI we are committed to a constructivist, inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning, and the framework helps everyone at BBI explore how they make sense of whatever they learn. Programme of Inquiry Download a PDF of the Year 7 and Year 8 Programme of Inquiry here. Learner Profile Download a PDF of the Learner Profile.

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Board of Trustees Documents Please click here to see the 2018-2021 Charter Please click here to link to our latest successful ERO report Please click here to read our 2019 audited financial statements