13TE KURA

Want to take a subject that Forest View High School does not offer? Te Kura could be the answer for you. 

Te Kura is a state-funded distance education provider that offers a wide range of personalised learning programmes and courses, from early childhood to NCEA Level 3, which are mostly delivered online. Students can enrol for a few credits in a specific course or for a full-time programme. Students of all ages are welcome, as long as they meet Te Kura eligibility criteria.

As New Zealand's largest state school, Te Kura offers a wide range of subjects and courses. Te Kura have regional offices in Wellington, Auckland, Hamilton and Christchurch. Staff also work in communities where there are clusters of Te Kura students, such as Whangarei, Hastings and Nelson. This helps Te Kura to work with communities to support students’ learning.

At Te Kura, tey tailor your learning programme to fit your needs, so you can learn your way. Where do you want to study today: home? a café? The choice is yours. We encourage Students to take control of their learning and work out what best suits them. Teachers are able to work closely with you one-to-one, and assess how you’re doing as you go, adapting your learning material accordingly.

Most of Te Kura's courses are online or include supplementary online resources, particularly at Years 7–13. Each online course includes interactive online modules featuring audio-visual resources, quizzes and other online activities to check your understanding and reinforce your learning. You’ll have the support of your teachers and other students through discussion forums, where you can share ideas and work collaboratively. There are also plenty of offline activities.