Years 11 – 13
Download the 2012 Year 11-13 Course Handb0ok
Qualifications
The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is the main qualification for all senior secondary school students. In Years 11, 12 and 13 students are aiming to obtain sufficient credits to be awarded certificates at Levels 1, 2 and 3. Students are able to get the NCEA from a wide range of studies, within and beyond the school curriculum.How are students assessed? In most subjects there is a mix of internal and external assessment using Achievement Standards and/or Unit Standards. A mix of internal and external assessments ensures that all students have an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. External assessments include written examinations and other assessments such as portfolios of student work.
Alternative Pathways
Gateway is a Year 12 and 13 programme offered to students wishing to combine school and workplace study. Students choose their careers and work towards gaining relevant qualifications. Students can study at all levels of NCEA using an individual programme. Students must take one line of Gateway. Application forms can be obtained from the school website or at the Gateway office situated in C Block.
Qualifications Years 11, 12 & 13
There is a senior Polytechnic course available for students who wish to combine school, work experience and study. Students currently spend two days a week studying either Building or Travel and Tourism, two days a week in work, and one day in school.
Year Thirteen
All Year 13 students will take five (occasionally six) subjects, chosen from the Year 11, 12 and 13 columns of the flow chart. There are no compulsory subjects at this level. Entry to Year 13 subjects is not automatic. Students are normally required to first gain credits at Level 2 before continuing with a subject at Level 3.
Academic Focus
High performing students are encouraged to enter Scholarship and are given extra assistance in preparation for this exam. Where student numbers allow, streamed classes are created.