Academic
As a school we are committed to raising student achievement. In doing this we seek to build the strengths that the students bring with them…
Careers Centre
Our goal is to equip students with career management competencies which are required in a modern and fast changing work and study environment.
Co-curricular
Tangaroa College offers many opportunities for students to explore, challenge, affirm and celebrate artistic expressions of self community and culture.
BYOD in 2019
In 2019, Year 9 students will be expected to bring a chromebook or other digital device to school to use in lessons.
Welcome to Tangaroa College
At Tangaroa College we are committed to nurture in each student a belief in self, a commitment to achieve, and the spirit of aroha.
Whether by small steps or giant leaps, our students are encouraged to take pride in their achievements. By recognising and celebrating each success, students build self-esteem and gain the confidence to strive for bigger and better goals.
Term Dates
2019 Term Dates:
Term 1: Friday 1 February – Friday 12 April
Term 2: Monday 29 April – Friday 5 July
Term 3: Monday 22 July – Friday 27 September
Term 4: Monday 14 October – Friday 11 December
News & Notices
Year 13 Snow Camp
Day 1 Update The 21 students of 13PL have settled into their week-long home very nicely. They are still enjoying the comforts of home just with a splash of snow. Photo Credits: Deputy Principal Mr TuaOur Vision
At Tangaroa College we excel in education through: innovative learning, a tradition of caring, and partnerships
Academic Information
Tangaroa College offers students a varied curriulum in the following learning areas: Arts, Commerce, Information Technology, Langauges, Technology, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Physical Education and Health, English, Sport and Recreation, and Career Skills.
The curriculum provides life and career skills preparation for all students covering – academic courses, work skills programmes, sport and physical activity, and cultural and social learning.
The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is the official secondary school qualification in New Zealand.
In Year 9 students learn from a compulsory core curriculum. From Year 10 onwards they can select a certain number of optional subjects in addition to core subjects up to Year 13 where the student is free to choose all their subjects.
Optional courses allow students to follow their individual interests and strengths, and tailor their learning towards their future career paths of choice.