In the Te Haerenga learning environment, we focus on equipping our young adults with the necessary life skills for their individual needs. We provide practical experiences, in and outside of the classroom which help develop these skills, enabling students to become more confident, connected, actively involved and lifelong learners. 

We aim to:  

• Meet the needs - Individual education programs and transition support  

• Set high expectations and foster success – Scaffolded, reflective, and inclusive learning  

• Tautoko (support) and guide – day trips with practical life skills  

• Discover and develop interests – community involvement, work experience  

• Encourage new experiences and set new challenges – overnight camps, production, shows, Outward Bound, Spirit of Adventure  

• Differentiated numeracy and literacy programmes  

 It is a class filled with laughter and learning. Our learning focusses on practical experiences and the transfer of skills. These experiences include participating in ‘The Arts’, work experience, cooking, reading, financial literacy, opportunities to develop social interactions, team sports, and excursions.