Why Choose Us?

At Ponsonby Intermediate School we promote the total all round development of your child. We provide a unique, comprehensive, effective, enjoyable and challenging educational experience that will equip your child with skills, knowledge and attitudes, as well as the values necessary to live and work, as we head into the twenty first century.
English Writing – Can communicate accurately and descriptively through writing on a wide range of genre. Reading – Can read fluently and comprehend a variety of reading material. Speaking – To speak with clarity and passion.
Maths Our vision of mathematics is that it is an enjoyable and challenging experience for all students. We incorporate practical activities that use a wide range of resources and equipment where students can use the skills they learn and apply them to other parts of mathematics and the real world. It is important, in our teaching, to show mathematics as a useful and powerful tool in our everyday lives. It flows through all aspects; from business to engineering to travel to sports to music to leisure and recreation. Making these connections make mathematics meaningful!
At Ponsonby Intermediate We Value: Growth Through Learning We are open to change, treating each challenge as an opportunity to learn. As life long learners we strive to be the best we can be. Expressing Ourselves We explore and share our thoughts, talents, feelings and beliefs because these make us who we are. We get the most out of life when we are true to ourselves. Making Connections As members of a class, a school and a community, we are part of a whole. We come together from many different cultures to learn from each other. Showing Respect For Other People Because we have confidence in who we are, we are able to appreciate and let others be themselves. We care for and support each other inside and outside the classroom.