Additional Support For Learning
At Maeroa, we do our best to support students requiring additional support for learning – academic, social or behavioural.
It is important that all necessary background information is shared with the school during the enrolment process to ensure that students receive the help they need for success.
Behaviour Support
We run a school-wide student behaviour management plan. The plan outlining expectations will be sent home with your child in the first week after this has been unpacked with students – you and your child will need to read, sign, and return it to school.
Students are encouraged to make behaviour choices that allow learning to happen for themselves and others. They are reminded, coached, and guided through decision making when unable to make positive choices for themselves. Families can be expected to be contacted to help with this process.
The foundation of the students' behaviour plan is positive choices acknowledged with virtue cards, the koru system, and school-wide recognition assemblies.
At Maeroa Intermediate, we are committed to ensuring every student has the support they need to succeed. Our Learning Support programme begins with a robust transition process, where we gather information from previous schools and families. This is strengthened by initial assessments and ongoing monitoring of progress, allowing us to identify learning needs early and respond effectively.
Learning support is tailored to help students work as independently as possible, while still providing the guidance and encouragement they require. Support may include small-group sessions, targeted teaching, classroom adaptations, or specialist programmes, depending on individual needs.
Our focus is always on inclusion. We aim to ensure that students can access the curriculum, participate in school life, and take part in as many opportunities as possible alongside their peers. By combining careful assessment with targeted support, we help every learner grow in confidence, independence, and achievement.
Academic Competitions and Extension Opportunities
At Maeroa Intermediate, we provide a range of opportunities for students to challenge themselves academically and extend their learning beyond the classroom.
Throughout the year, students have the option to participate in a variety of national and regional academic competitions. Some of these are individual entry tests with a small registration fee, which students take at school during class time. Their papers are sent away for marking, and students receive detailed feedback and results upon return. These assessments offer valuable insights into their learning progress and areas for improvement.
In addition to these individual competitions, Maeroa also enters teams in a number of regional academic events, including:
- LitQuiz – a challenging and fun competition for keen readers, testing their knowledge of a wide range of books and authors.
- WaiMaths – a problem-solving and mathematical reasoning competition where students work collaboratively to tackle complex maths challenges.
- EPRO8 Challenge – a hands-on engineering, problem-solving, and innovation competition that encourages creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking.
These competitions offer students opportunities to expand their learning, build confidence, and develop essential teamwork and communication skills. They also help students to connect with others who share similar interests and passions, fostering a strong sense of belonging and pride in their achievements.
