Whakapiki Ake
Years 12–13
Years 12–13 – Transitioning
You’re in the transitioning part of our pipeline, where we help prepare you for tertiary study and support your pathway into health programmes.
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Tertiary
C.O.A.C.H (Year 13)
Who: Year 13 Māori students taking at least two sciences (Chemistry, Biology, or Physics)
What: Full-day wānanga at Waipapa Marae exploring health, science, and careers such as medicine, nursing, pharmacy, optometry, and medical lab science (MDL).
When: Delivered mid-year (Term 2)
Why: Build confidence, connect with role models, and gain exposure to real university and hospital settings.
Hui ā Rohe
Who: Year 12–13 rangatahi and whānau
What: Evening whānau events held across multiple locations
When: Held across various rohe throughout the year
Why: Explore entry pathways into university with academic staff, Māori support services, and student tuākana.
Hui ā Kura (Years 12–13)
Who: Senior secondary students
What: 80-60-minute in-school wānanga
When: February to April each year
Why: Strengthen cultural identity, clarify science goals, and set a direction for tertiary study.
M.A.S.H (Year 12)
Who: Year 12 Māori students taking at least two sciences (Chemistry, Biology, or Physics)
What: Three-day, two-night wānanga hosted at Waipapa Marae
When: Mid-year (Term 2 Holidays)
Why: Build study skills, meet Māori role models in science and health, and explore subject pathways (Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
Next Steps 2 Uni (Year 13)
Who: Year 13 Māori students
What: Post-school support and preparation workshops
When: December
Why: Build readiness for enrolment, accommodation, scholarships, and transitioning to university life.
Study Wānanga (Years 12–13)
Who: Students taking at least two sciences (Chemistry, Biology, or Physics) preparing for NCEA externals
What: Four-day academic wānanga with a focus on Sciences, English, and Maths
When: October school holidays
Why: Support success in key exams and build confidence before summer break and uni transition.