Prospectus 2022

Our Mission Our Values Our Vision

Our mission is to empower and inspire Whanaungatanga Kia mohio ai koe ko wai koe, he aha o

the development of 21st Century hiahia, a, me mau mana, me mau kaha

lifelong learners by providing a Integrity hoki, ki te whakatinana i ou wawata.

passionate learning environment with Know who you are and who you want

diverse opportunities, experiences and Respect to be, and have the courage and

authentic relationships to enable determination to get there.

learners to flourish, celebrate Excellence

achievement, contribute to our world

and become tomorrow’s inspired Determination

contributors.
 Welcome to Edgecumbe College

I am delighted to welcome you to our College! We are proud to be centered in the community and working to meet the challenges of an
ever-changing world, helping to build wonderful young people that Edgecumbe can be proud of.
These are exciting times for the College with a devoted and involved Board and a dedicated professional staff who go the extra mile to
build strong, positive relationships with their students, working in partnership with them to aim high and reach their potential.
An extensive building project has started and we will see major reconstruction of the whole school in 2022.

We are working alongside family and whanau to develop young people who:
*are life-long learners
*set goals and follow their passions to successes
*are digitally connected
*have the knowledge, skills and attitudes to succeed in the 21st Century

I believe that strong, positive relationships with our students are paramount in providing a learning environment that allows them to
express themselves, be immersed in their culture and grow strong in an authentic learning environment that meets their individual needs.
Edgecumbe College is building community and excellent young people with integrity.
Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou
ka ora ai te iwi - with your food basket and my food basket the people will thrive,

Mike Jackson, Principal

 21st Century Learning Environment
An extensive refurbishment began in 2020 and will continue through 2022, including:
*demolition of flood-damaged buildings
*creation of a specialised learning support space
*wellbeing hub (nurse, counsellor, careers, teacher aides)
*frontage improvements including fencing, signage, tree removals
*swimming pool complex rebuild
*replacement of coal heating with unique pellet burner system
*hall refurbishment

Classroom renovations are currently in the design stage. The Ministry of Education has committed to a multi-million dollar project to bring
Edgecumbe College facilities into a modern and dynamic learning centre.

Our workshops for wood, metal and food are well resourced and our facilities, including full sized pool, gymnasium, courts, horticulture
gardens, sports fields and hall are generously sized education spaces.
 Our learning
At Edgecumbe College, wellbeing is a
primary focus on which education success
is built.
Students are supported to create career
paths that align with their passions and
strengths.
Our staff guide our students with
individualised learning goals to ensure
personal excellence and success.
Academic success looks different for every
student, and we encourage students to
attain their personal best on their journey
Juniors are well-placed for unique Seniors have a curriculum tailored to them
opportunities by participating in all areas of to provide future career success.
the curriculum, allowing them to discover
new experiences and passions. Edgecumbe College offers NCEA in levels 1,
Juniors choose electives each term. These 2 and 3 as well as a number of qualifications
vary based on the interests of students, but including apiary, small machinery, chainsaw
currently include: skills, barista making.
Kapahaka
Badminton Edgecumbe College students have the
Zentangle & Scrapbooking opportunity to participate in Trades and
Butchery Gateway programmes, providing on-site
Leather work work experience in a number of sectors
Skateboarding including media, hospitality, engineering
Journalism & writing and more.
Table Tennis Bluelight supports our age-appropriate
Virtual reality Classroom/Minecraft students to earn their drivers license, a key
for employability.
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 Our vocational pathways
Vocational Pathways help students see how their
learning is valued in the real world by aligning
standards that can be achieved through NCEA
with six industries.
We know you may not be thinking about a future career just yet, but your career
pathway development starts in Year 9 at Edgecumbe College. One of the first
career pathway activities you will participate in at Year 9 is a ‘Know your Colours’
session with our Edgecumbe College Careers Advisor using the Vocational
Pathways model included here. Have a look at this image so you can start to
understand how the Vocational Pathways model might relate to you.
Vocational Pathways is a tool that helps you to see how your strengths, interests
and achievements relate to future study options and job opportunities.
The pathways provide clear study options that are valued by employers and
show you what employers expect you to achieve in your learning. The six
colours cover all pathways, eg. everything from an apprenticeship trade to a
University Entrance.
Subject Structure
 Leadership opportunities at every level

Students are supported to grain credits in transferable

Chromebooks for every student for modern learning
learning competencies to equip them for lifelong

learning and success

Advanced technology including VR headsets,

3D printer, app builders

Learning support programmes to

nurture and develop

Specialised enrichment programme for high
students with additional needs,
performing students to promote academic
in a purpose built space
excellence

Pastoral care system that allows

Expansive grounds to provide targeted mentoring and support

practical hands on experience,

including apicultre, horticulture,

Students are supported through
small machinery, woodwork, grain
pathways to tertiary training and
production, metalwork
employment opportunities

Well-equipped learning spaces

including 33m pool, expansive gym Onsite nurse and counsellor and

and courts, science laboratories, on-call specialist agencies for

technology workshops, cooking and wrap-around wellbeing

hospitality facilities

Learning programmes that are supported Opportunities for students to

by local businesses and employers for real strengthen their interests through

experiences and opportunties academic co-curricular participation

Interschool and interregional competitions

Small class sizes for individualised Community involvement and activites

learning and discussions

Exclusive Bluelight arrangement including drivers license for all students

over 16 , survival skills camps, sailing and leadership opportunities

Our Pastoral Care
Student pastoral care is an essential and integral part of the daily life of our school. It is a partnership between parents/caregivers, families,
community agencies and the school to foster personal growth amongst the students.
·Promotion of Restorative Practice by using the PB4L (positive behaviour for learning) model to restore relationships that are broken in a
just and caring manner
·Promoting a positive learning environment where students are enthusiastic to come to school to learn and participate fully
·Encouraging students to become responsible for their own Education and all the curriculum activities related to this process
·Supporting the students to participate in co-curricular activities and recognizing and celebrating their achievements
·Developing leadership among the students where students can show initiative, make decisions, and respond positively.
We care about our students, and we support their wellbeing and safety by providing a network of teaching and support staff that offer
educational, emotional and pastoral support.
Our team is made up of Teachers, Kaiaarahi (tutor teachers), Kaitiaki (deans), Deputy Principals, Counsellor, Registered Nurse, Careers
Advisor, Gateway Administrator and a SENCO (Special Needs Co-ordinator).
 EVERYONE GETS
ALONG
INTERHOUSE
COMPETITIONS
ARE FUN
WE LOVE FREE
LUNCHES

WE'RE
WE'RE SUCH A SMALL MOTIVATED TO
SCHOOL SO WE GET SO TRY NEW THINGS
MANY OPPORTUNITES Wairere, Year 12

YOU GET ONE ON

Hazel, Year 13

YOU KNOW EVERYONE'S ONE WITH THE

NAME, SO YOU'VE GOT TEACHERS AND WE
LOTS OF FRIENDS HAVE HIGH
ACHIEVING SMART
Amber, Year 13
STUDENTS
Kerry, Year 13
Gifted & Talented
Edgecumbe College recognizes that
students with special gifts and talents have
the same right to develop to their personal
potential. The provision of a sound
enrichment and extension programme
provides academically able students with
opportunities to learn alongside other
students of similar ability to challenge their
own and each other’s thinking. The
programme operates within the framework
of the Autonomous Learner Model where
the focus is on providing opportunities for
students to assume primary responsibility
for their roles as learners.
Te Hapai O
Te Hapai O opened at the start of Term 2
2021. It is a specialist learning centre
designed to cater for the individual needs
of our students. The learning centre is a
supportive classroom environment
acknowledging students’ prior learning,
abilities and cultural heritage. There is an
emphasis on literacy and numeracy as
being the necessary foundations for
success in students’ learning.
This year we identified a group of Year 9
students who needed extra support in
literacy and numeracy and we formed a
homeroom class for these students. They
are based in Te Hapai O for English,
Mathematics and Social Studies.
Kapa Haka
Edgecumbe College is proud of our Kapa
Haka roopu, who dedicate a four month
practice commitment in the lead-up to
regional competition.
By participating in the competition, our
kapa hapa group represent our College
with mana, dignity and integrity.
Our school kapa haka and waiata are taught
to all juniors, fostering a strong sense of
pride within students and our school.
Uniform
Edgecumbe College believes that wearing school uniform correctly encourages a sense of pride in oneself and the school, as well as
creating a sense of unity for our school whanau. Our students represent our school in our community, and we expect students to
portray a positive image at all times.
Our Board has accessed quality uniform items at the lowest price possible. We run a second-hand sale group on Facebook for
whanau, and we assist students who require support with items to access these.
All students are required to wear regulation school uniform and be well-groomed at all times, including to and from school.
Students not in correct school uniform will be processed through our school procedure on non-compliance. Regulation means
school-embroidered items as sold from our chosen outlets. You'll find more information on our uniform code on our website.
Student-led Service & Culture Activities

Year 13 students who elect to become Peer Support leaders are assigned to a group of
Year 9 students for Term One of the school year. These students have attended a
Leadership camp at the end of the school holidays in preparation for the arrival of our
new Year 9 students. The Peer Support programme is designed to provide our new
students with confidence and support as they start their college years.

The Breakfast Club is run by a group of students who organise the menus and the day to
day operations of providing breakfast for our students. The Breakfast Club provide a
variety of foods and snacks at morning tea and is available to any student. This service
provided by students for students is very important in our day to day life at Edgecumbe
College.

Our Environmental Group drive sustainable change in our College and the wider
community. Their current project is replacing all bins in the school with recycling stations,
and creating native planted areas on school site.

The Rainbow Group, supported by our Principal, embraces diversity and celebrates our
students.

Our interhouse competitions are led by student house leaders who drive participation
and friendly house rivalry. Interhouse cup awards are given out at our annual prizegiving.

Exclusive MOU with BlueLight which gives our students open access to their full range of
activities and support for young people' including opportunities for leadership, survival
camps and Spirit of Adventure, driver licensing for all 16 year olds.