Te Wahi Awhina
Te Wahi Awhina is the home of Learning Support at Alfriston College. It is led by the Leader of Learning Support, Mrs Louise Hemmingson. We employ a team of skilled Learning Assistants (Teacher Aides) who work with learners. All learners are “mainstreamed” at Alfriston College.
The Te Wahi Awhina team is experienced in providing support for learners supported by Ongoing Resource Support funding (ORS), the Interim Response Fund (IRF), High and Complex Needs funding (HCN) and In-Class Support funding (ICS).
Where possible, Te Wahi Awhina also provides support for non-funded learners. This is mainly done by having a Learning Assistant in most Year 9 and 10 Literacy and/or Numeracy classes to work with small groups of learners.
Ta Ara Maatauranga
The Alfriston College Pathways Centre is located in the Susan Impey Library in room L9.
Skilled staff are available to help learners develop their pathways, gain an understanding of their interests and skills, find employment and enrol for tertiary courses. We have a range of different courses and programmes available, these include:
Pathway Courses
Year 12 and 13 learners have access to a wide range of Pathway Courses which are run in conjunction with local tertiary providers. Year 12 learners may choose a one day a week placement and Year 13 learners can learn off-site for two days each week.
Gateway Programme
The Gateway Programme is a workplace initiative for Senior Learners. It allows learners to gain work experience and achieve credits towards NCEA.
STAR Courses
STAR courses allow learners to achieve NCEA credits in work related fields by completing short term courses during term time and in the school holidays.
Get in Touch
To contact staff in the Pathways Centre please phone 09 269 0080 ext. 856 or
email Luci Wearing
Learners and whaanau are advised to follow the Pathways Centre Facebook page for the latest information.
