Matanga - Specialists

Mātanga Toi Whaaraki  (Performing Arts)

In Mātanga Toi Whaaraki  (Performing Arts) students explore the mediums of Music, Dance and Drama, giving students a chance to express themselves in these spaces by creating, engaging and learning together. Ākonga will spend time writing and producing music, performing plays and learning about the conventions of Drama whilst also learning and choreographing dances for these plays. Our purpose is to bring the inside to the outside and have some fun along the way.

Matanga Kai (Foods)

 In Mātanga Kai (Foods) students will follow the design process and generate potential ideas, get feedback from stakeholders and then refine their concepts and produce an outcome. Students learn to develop appropriate culinary skills and knowledge while also experimenting with different ingredients and techniques. Along with building on their skills and knowledge, students have a strong focus on health and safety within the food space and then get to design, create, and find solutions for food-related problems. The subject of Mātanga Kai focuses on developing creativity and confidence, practical skills, technological vocabulary and independence. 

Mātanga Pūrau (STEM)

In the Mātanga Pūrau (STEM) programme, ākonga follow the Engineering Design Process to solve real-world, everyday problems. By exploring consumer needs, defining challenges, ideating, testing, and assessing their work, ākonga learn first-hand that mistakes are simply a valuable part of the learning journey. Central to this hands-on technological experience are our brand-new 3D printers, which allow students to bring their iterations and designs to life.

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Mātanga Hangarau (Makerspace)

In Mātanga Hangarau (Makerspace), students use the Design Thinking Process to create a prototype that either meets a need in their home or provides entertainment.  Some of the steps in the Design Thinking Process include brainstorming ideas, problem-solving, planning, responding to stakeholder feedback, and assessing our prototype. To enable the creation of the prototype, students learn a range of skills, including how to work safely in a workshop.

Mātanga Toi (Art)

In Mātanga Toi (Art) students explore the medium of clay, paint and mixed media in order to express their ideas and refine their outcome along with their understanding of the art world and practise. Students build visual, tactile, and spatial skills through hands-on art-making. They explore materials and techniques. They learn to problem-solve and refine their ideas. Students explore how visual arts connect with cultural, historical, and technological contexts, and how art reflects and shapes societal beliefs, needs, and values. They look at how artistic traditions are maintained or changed and learn about the diverse cultures of Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. They are encouraged to take risks and experiment with their ideas, expressing their own experiences and feelings through art. Students also work on communicating their artistic intentions and analysing the meanings of visual art. They develop critical thinking skills by evaluating their own work and that of others.