Aorere College
General Description
Co-ed; State; Years 9-13 (Forms 3-7); Roll: 1156; All students wear school uniform; Extensive grounds situated on the boundary of the Papatoetoe and Mangere Wards in Manukau City; School donation: $65 one student, $110 two or more students; International Students: $10,000p.a. plus board, and $500 non refundable administration fee.
School Philosophy
Vision
Aorere College will provide an effective teaching and learning environment, enabling personal achievement in all areas of education. We aim to foster the skills, attitudes and values that enable students to take a positive role in society.
Values
We believe that the role of Aorere College is to:
aim for high academic standards in an environment where all students are challenged to reach their full potential
provide a quality education through high quality teaching and innovative curriculum design
provide a stable and caring environment where students feel safe and supported
foster self esteem and self-discipline by demanding high standards of behaviour, courtesy, respect and dress.
provide opportunities for all students to participate in sporting, leisure and cultural activities
help students to become independent learners so they can take their place in a changing world and make a positive contribution to society
provide opportunities for students to develop their leadership potential
develop an understanding of, and respect for, the beliefs and values of the many different groups within our community
foster positive relationships between the school and the community and actively support the needs of our wider community
Curriculum
The College offers a wide range of courses through to NCEA Level 3. Many courses are run in partnership with the local polytechnics providing staircasing into National Certificates with tertiary providers.
The College also has a very strong ESOL Department with programmes catering for students with little or no English language.
Chair BOT
Misilei Misilei
Principal
Michael Williams
Categories:
International – Secondary Schools
Secondary Schools