Whare Tautoko / Learning Support

Whare Tautoko is a learning support space that is woven throughout the fabric of our kura (school) and wider community. As well as having dedicated learning spaces, we also provide specific learning support within the mainstream classroom environment. Deliberate attention is given to identifying and addressing any barriers to learning. These barriers may be academic, social, psychological, or medical.

Here in the Whare Tautoko space, we embrace and acknowledge diversity and difference. We provide opportunities for rangatahi (young people) and their whaanau to participate in all meaningful aspects of their life at school. This inclusive educational environment provides every learner with the opportunity to develop their sense of belonging and overall hauora (wellbeing). We believe that meaningful participation within kura occurs when students feel accepted, experience success, are visible members of society and have positive connections with their peers and teachers; we can all learn and participate together. 

Our department has a close connection to the pastoral team including the pastoral Deputy and Assistant Principals, deans, counsellors and nurses. We also support the transition of all new students to Cambridge High School with additional needs of any nature.