Social Studies is compulsory. Social Studies is about how societies work and how people can participate as critical, active, informed, and responsible citizens.

Three units of learning are studied including current issues. These include poverty, events which have shaped New Zealand’s identity and the Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Skills

Social Studies is about how societies work and how people can participate as critical, active, informed, and responsible citizens. 

Contexts are drawn from the past, present, and future and from places within and beyond New Zealand. 

Students develop a knowledge and understanding of the diverse and dynamic nature of society and how interactions occur among cultures, societies, and environments. 

Students develop and apply skills as they investigate society, explore issues, make decisions, and work cooperatively. 

Students are also encouraged to identify and participate in social action.

Enquiries to: Mrs Nicholson