Targeted Programmes and Pastoral Care
Learning Support
Through our Learning Centre, students
are assessed and supported with
programmes designed to make up
for gaps in prior learning. Wherever
possible, teachers provide material
that meets individual needs within the
context of class programmes.
Some students receive specialised
one-to-one programmes which are
designed to meet very specific learning
targets as rapidly as possible, with
minimal absences from other classes.
At times, in-class support from
learning assistants will also be available.
We offer a supportive peer tutoring
programme designed to utilise the skills
and talents of our older students.
Enhancement
Rangiora High School has a well established enhancement programme for junior students identified as having special abilities. The objective is to provide a programme which broadens the learning opportunities of these more able students.
Some Year 10 students are offered the chance to try some internally assessed NCEA achievement standards as well as providing enrichment activities.
In addition, support is offered for all
students (Years 9-13) who would benefit
from extension in a specific area of
interest. There may be competitions or
inter-school events where outstanding
students can interact with others
at a similar level, such as the annual
University of Canterbury Colloquium.
There is also the possibility of extended
study: students in the past have gained
credits in Astronomy with the Carter
Observatory online course, for example.
The school also offers a range of specialist
programmes including an agricultural
academy and an automotive academy
with specialist trade training on-site.
The Lighthouse Programme / Mainstream Support
Rangiora High School has a policy of inclusive education. The Head of Mainstream Support co-ordinates individualised programmes for OORS/ACC/SLS funded students through individual Education Plans. We aim for maximum achievement through the most inclusive approaches possible. The programme includes:
- Inter Secondary School Special Olympics competitions and ribbon days
- Gym and swimming programmes
- Literacy and numeracy programmes
- Individualised therapy programmes including speech. physio, occupational and music
As we have a policy of inclusive
education, where appropriate, the
students are mainstreamed into classes
supported by learning assistants.