Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Langdon.
Recommended Prior LearningEntry requirements: Open entry at the discretion of the Dean and Dual Enrolment Coordinator.
Dual Enrolment allows students to complete their studies both at school and at another tertiary provider, sharing the days they attend each institution. Students can choose from one of the following providers:
Option 1: Ara gives students the opportunity to gain credits towards NCEA Level 2 or 3 using a partnership between the school and Ara.
Study will focus on relevant industry skill-based training leading to employment or further training.
Credits gained at both school and Ara count towards NCEA Level 2 or 3.
Students take a minimum of 3 subjects at school from Monday to Wednesday and attend Ara Thursday and/or Friday in a course of their choice.
Courses (to be confirmed) for 2025 include: Trades - carpentry, general construction. Hospitality - chef training, food and beverage, Tourism, Outdoor Education.
Option 2: The National Trade Academy (NTA) gives students the opportunity to gain credits towards NCEA Level 2 or 3 using a partnership between the school and the National Trades Academy.
Study will focus on Industry Training Organisation standards designed for land based industries leading to employment or further training.
Students take a minimum of 3 subjects at school Monday to Wednesday and attend NTA Thursday and Friday.
Courses (to be confirmed for 2025) include Agriculture - sheep, beef and dairying; Horticulture and Animal Care.
Credits from both school and NTA count towards NCEA Level 2 or 3.
Option 3: Avon City Ford (ACF): gives students the opportunity to gain credits towards NCEA Level 3 using a partnership between the school and Avon City Ford.
Study will focus on standards related to the automotive industry leading to employment or further training.
Students take a minimum of 3 subjects at school Monday to Wednesday and attend NTA Thursday and Friday.
Credits from both school and ACF count towards NCEA Level 3.
Travel allowance is available to students who qualify but some transport costs may be incurred.