Te Ara Takatū is a pathway programme managed by Katikati College

It is a programme that aims to engage students in a meaningful learning programme targeted at students individual needs, and supports students to transition back to Katikati College, to further education, or other training, or employment opportunities. 

Te Ara Takatū supports students to progress in the areas of attendance and engagement, academic achievement, personal and social skills based on the Key Competencies within the New Zealand Curriculum, individual wellbeing, literacy and numeracy, and self management. 

Bina Whatarau is the kaiako of Te Ara Takatū, Mae Sydney is the kaiāwhina with Mike Perry supporting the programme with Tama Tū.

The programme has smaller learning blocks, values and wellbeing are used to guide the learning process, and learning is conducted in flexible ways in a range of environments. Students access the College for sports, cultural and some curriculum opportunities. 

Collaborative Action Plan (CAP) hui are held each term. These hui are held with the student, their whānau, kaiako, kaiāwhina, SENCO (if required) and the Deputy Principal (if required). The CAPs are focused around student goals. These goals include transition and career goals. 

For more information about Te Ara Takatū contact can be made directly with our Deputy Principal, Katrina Lemon    klemon@katikaticollege.school.nz