Preparatory School Curriculum 

We believe that girls need to feel safe to take intellectual risks.

We encourage risk taking, it is the essence of a successful, forward thinking organisation. We make a conscious effort to move beyond traditional girls' schooling by creating a safe, yet challenging environment in which the girls take risks and aim for academic excellence. Where possible an integrated programme is taught.

Curriculum Overview

Subjects taught by the Tutor Teacher

  • Mathematics
  • English
  • Social Studies
  • Health
  • Physical Education / Sport
  • Education outside the classroom - which may include Class camps and a Ski Day 
Subjects taught by Specialist Teachers at the College 
Science Extension of students' knowledge of general science.
Art Aims to develop students' skills in using a range of techniques and media
Music Covering instrumental and choral work
Drama Aims to provide performance skills
ICT Includes an introductory course in the manipulation of multimedia, internet and publishing programmes
Graphics An introductory course into Graphic communication and design
Materials / Food / Technology - Multi Students develop practical skills and apply these in a variety of problem solving contexts
Languages Te Reo Maori, German, French, Japanese - 10 week module of each

Academic Opportunities

  • Incentive Award Scheme - rewarding participation, leadership and citizenship
  • Speech and Debating Competitions
  • Science and Maths Badge Scheme
  • Science Fair (every 2 years)
  • General Knowledge Quiz.
  • Nelsomathix
  • Otago Problem Solving Challenge
  • ICAS Exams - English, Mathematics, Science, Writing
  • Kids Literature Quiz

CO-CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES

  • After School Drama Club
  • Shakespeare Competitions
  • House Drama / Music
  • Individual and / or group music tuition
  • Stage Challenge (dependant on audition success in Junior School)
  • Performance and recital occasions

Sporting Opportunities

  • Intermediate Summer and Winter Tournaments
  • Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country inter-school events
  • A range of summer and winter sporting activities

 

Sports with College students

  • School swimming sports
  • House Harriers
  • Athletic Sports
  • House Summer and Winter Sports Competitions

Resources

Click to access:

RESOURCES FORMAT SIZE
Preparatory School Whanau Guide 2011 PDF (18 pages) 593 KB

 

Preparatory School Expression of Interest Form

 

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