Is your student struggling at school? Perhaps they are not as engaged as they once were or they are struggling with attendance and this is affecting their performance.
The BUSY School offers an alternative schooling approach for disengaged students to assist them to work towards completing a National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) certificate Levels 1, 2 and 3 and continue into a career path or further education.
WHY THE BUSY SCHOOL?
The BUSY School can take the time to provide individual support to students who would otherwise struggle in the traditional schooling system. We offer:
- Supportive and understanding teachers and staff
- Individualised Education Plan
- Assisted vocational or tertiary education pathways
- Work readiness skills and preparation
- Industry introduction, visits and work experience
- Individualised timetables to suit each BUSY School student
- Small class sizes and teaching environment
- No fees and we supply uniform items, textbooks, stationery and food
- Career and Pathways (CAP) Plan
If you would like to know more about The BUSY School please fill out our enquiry form below.
“At The BUSY School we aim to progress 100% of our graduating students into employment or further training or education.
Why The BUSY School?
The BUSY School offers an alternative schooling approach for disengaged students to assist them to work towards completing high school and continuing into a career path or further education.
The BUSY School can take the time to provide individual support to students who would otherwise struggle in the traditional schooling system. We offer:
- Individualised Education Plan
- Work readiness skills and preparation
- Individualised timetables to suit each BUSY School student
- No fees and we supply uniform items, textbooks, stationery and food
- Supportive and understanding teachers and staff
- Assisted vocational or tertiary education pathways
- Industry introduction, visits and work experience
- Small class sizes and teaching environment
- Career and Pathways (CAP) Plan
EDUCATION THAT LEADS TO REAL CAREERS
At The BUSY School we provide opportunities for our students through:
- Industry Training Organisations
- Tertiary education
- Trade Academies
- Service Academies
THE PROGRAM
The BUSY School recognises the importance of providing the opportunity to improve the social, educational and employment outcomes of young people, in particular, those who have disengaged or who are at risk of disengaging.
All students will be supported in developing an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and a Career and Pathways Plan (CAP Plan) plan upon enrolment. ILPs and CAP Plans are created by students themselves, in consultation with an Employment Pathways Officer, Learning Support, teaching staff and, when possible, with the involvement of parents and whānau.
The establishment of an ILP helps students in their learning by identifying the most effective methods of engagement for each individual. ILPs also assist teachers in understanding student goals and providing the necessary support and reasonable adjustment to facilitate learning.
CAP Plans are designed to align with student interests, strengths, and abilities of students. They provide students with the opportunity to take charge of their own learning journey, which may include vocational education and training options, work experience goals, and a pathway to employment after graduation.
Students at The BUSY School will complete four senior subjects, subjects from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NCEA) Framework. These subjects will be relevant to the students’ identified pathway. Students will also complete additional electives/courses from a range of Vocational Education and Training Unit Standards. Additional vocational training will be offered through work placements and in collaboration with Trades Academy providers as an elective based on student’s needs and interests.
THE SUPPORT
The BUSY School’s approach to education goes beyond academic knowledge to encompass the key employability skills that employers are looking for.
We work with each and every student to help refine their education and career goals and map out a career pathway that best suits their goals. Through our industry contacts and networks, we go above and beyond to ensure the very best outcomes for our students.
We strive to provide students with the highest quality educational experience possible by focusing on:
- Quality teaching, systems and education processes
- Work readiness – skills and preparation for employment
- Graduate outcomes – through individual career pathway planning
- Assisted pathways for training and paid employment while at school
Throughout their time at The BUSY School and beyond, we want to impact their life and career journey through our absolute focus on them as individuals.
At The BUSY School we aim to make education as enjoyable and engaging as possible by providing:
- Supportive learning environment
- Student lounge and kitchens
- Quiet study and chill-out zones
- Group breakout spaces for collaboration and team work
- Recreation spaces for physical fitness, recreation and fun
As well as:
- Uniforms: Two “The BUSY School” uniform shirts
- Food: Nourishing lunch and snacks each day
- Support: Youth Worker and access to allied health services
YOUR COMMITMENT
Our staff at The BUSY School are committed to ensuring students complete schooling and move onto career pathways through employment or further study.
We can only achieve this with your commitment to adhere by our BUSY School policies (coming soon!).
