Welcome
Welcome
Our teachers are committed to effective teaching practices that build the self esteem of students and develop in them positive attitudes towards people and learning. Students' learning is a co-operative effort between home and school and we, as a staff, would like to work together with parents and caregivers to provide the best possible education for all students. Each student will be encouraged and assisted to do his or her best and take greater responsibility for their own learning. Teachers are readily available to discuss student progress and the school's programme in action. Parents are encouraged to contact the school if they have any questions or concerns. Staff are always willing to assist both parents and students on any matters concerning the school and students' learning. We believe that the two years that students spend at Ashburton Intermediate will be valuable and memorable life experiences. We look forward to a close working relationship between home and school. General Information Our school opened in 1974 on the old site formerly occupied by the Ashburton College and the Ashburton High School. Schools that currently contribute to our school are: Allenton, Hampstead, Netherby, Tinwald, Chertsey and Fairton. Our school welcomes enquiries from other areas of Mid Canterbury. Our buildings have been greatly upgraded and grounds improved since the introduction of the "Tomorrow's Schools" concept. Examples of developments being our staffroom and renovated administration area. An excellent fitness trail complements our adventure playground. The only original buildings from the former High School are the two storey block and the old school staff room which is now the Caretaker's quarters. At present we have a large, well used hall, a library and resource rooms stocked with interesting resources, and rooms especially designed for art, food, materials, textile and information technology. McLean Park is part of our school environment and this resource gives extra courts and playing areas. We also have specialist Music and Science rooms. There are also 14 general classrooms and an administrative area. |
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