Curriculum

We encourage each ākonga to take responsibility for their learning with guidance and support from kaiako (teachers). Our students experience collaborative learning activities, a focus on local curriculum and Mātauranga Māori. We use Google Classroom as our online learning system. A chromebook or laptop is an important learning tool as we are a BYOD school.

We offer a wide range of subjects, with students in Years 9-11 experiencing a taste of all areas of the national curriculum. This gives our students a sound foundation for making informed choices around their areas of specialisation in the senior school.

Year 9 and 10 students study English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education and Health in either a Subject Specific core programme or in an Integrated
Core (SWITCH) programme. Year 9 students select two option subjects per term. Year 10 students select up to four option subjects, for two terms each.

Year 11 students select up to eight courses from a vast range of choices. Most of the Year 11 courses are studied in half year semesters. English and Mathematics are compulsory whole year courses in 2025. Students take six courses each semester.

By the end of Year 11, all students are expected to have gained NCEA Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy.

Year 12 students start to specialise in their courses as they study six courses for the whole year.

Year 13 students study five courses and have a study line.

Trades Academies are available at Level 2 (Year 12) for Primary Industries, Café and Bakery, Design, and Toi Māori, and at Level 3 (Year 13) for Design and Manufacture.

Students are advised and supported to make wise option choices as changes will not be permitted during the year, except in extenuating circumstances.

Follow the link to view our courses available by year level: