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Notes for parents on learning, school pathways and how we teach.

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Why we teach the level, not the label

A Year 10 student can study Year 9 maths and Year 8 English. Here is why we place each student by level in every subject.

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NCEA, IB or Cambridge: the three senior pathways

There are three senior qualifications in New Zealand secondary schools. A short guide for parents to what each one is and how it is assessed.

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What is in the weekly progress report

Every week, Think Academy parents get a report on their child's progress. Here is what it shows and how to use it.