Class programmes show evidence that respond to specific learning needs for Deaf students. These specialized programmes
focus on English literacy and numeracy to which a great amount of time is allocated. The skills developed are
integrated into the wider context of the school curriculum in all learning areas.
NCEA is part of a student's programme pathway. It is expected 70 -80% of school leavers will exit with a NCEA qualification
which meets the NZ Government target.
Students take part in all areas of the curriculum. Values and key competencies are an integral part of the classroom
programme and are interwoven into teachers’ planning.
Specialist teachers in our Deaf Provisions provide classes in subjects that may not be offered in the partner school
but that will benefit students' learning. ESOL (English Second Language Learners), SPEC (South Pacific Educational
Courses) an adapted curriculum option, and New Zealand Sign Language. Students may attend classes taught by
the partner school as well as those taught in the Deaf provisions (depending on individual needs and learning
pathways) and/or a combination of both.
IEP goals underpin learning and development targets and ORS funding allocation. Parents, whānau, our combined Board
of Trustees and the Ministry of Education are informed of current student achievement and next steps in classroom
programmes.