Tēnā koutou katoa,
Ko Taranaki te maunga
Ko Tokoaru rāua ko Strathallan aku waka
Ko Te Ātiawa rāua ko Haldane of Gleneagles aku iwi
Ko Lionel Haldane taku ingoa
I am proud and privileged to serve as Tumuaki Tuarua/Deputy Principal at Te Kura Takawaenga o Ngāmotu, Devon Intermediate School.
A Taranaki boy, through and through, having grown up in this special region and having had the privilege of attending Devon Intermediate as a student. Returning to this kura as a teacher and in a leadership role is both meaningful and motivating, as it allows me to give back to a school and community that has played a formative role in my own journey.
Throughout my professional career, I have been fortunate to experience a wide range of opportunities that have helped shape my practice as an educator and leader. These include both national and international teaching and leadership experiences, which have supported the development of my teaching, management, coaching, and leadership skill sets. Each of these experiences has reinforced my belief in the importance of strong relationships, clear communication, and high expectations for all ākonga.
Within our kura, I am particularly passionate about embracing challenges and encouraging both staff and students to be comfortable with the uncomfortable — stepping beyond our comfort zones in order to learn, grow, and thrive. I hold a strong appreciation for the outdoors and our natural environment, and I value opportunities that foster kaitiakitanga and connection to place. Sport also plays an important role in my life, as it provides a powerful context for developing teamwork, leadership, resilience, and communication skills.
I am very much looking forward to the year ahead and to working in partnership with our dedicated staff, wonderful ākonga, and supportive whānau. Together, we strive to create a learning environment where every student feels valued, challenged, and supported to achieve their personal best.
If you have any questions or would like to connect, please feel free to get in touch.
Ngā mihi nui,
Mr Lionel Haldane
Tumuaki Tuarua, Deputy Principal
dp@devonint.school.nz