NCEA is undergoing a review process currently but, for the 2023 school year, there will not be any changes implemented in New Zealand schools. St Paul’s operates on the philosophy that students should follow a balanced, general education, at least until the end of Year 11. We also believe that students should place an emphasis on both specific career pathways and obtaining a strong educational base. It is also important that students select a course that is within their capabilities as changing subjects during the course of the year is disruptive to the learning process. Therefore, subject selection is important and changing subjects beyond Week 3 of Term 1, 2023 will not occur. When considering their course selection for next year, students should:

• consider their strengths and interests in the various areas of study

• look at the teaching approach in each of the courses and consider whether they suit that style of teaching and learning

• establish the tertiary requirements for the possible careers that they might be considering

• follow a course of study that keeps as many career choice options open as possible

• seek advice from Housemasters, Subject Teachers, Career Planning Staff, Mrs Bradford - Assistant Headmaster or Mr Coley – Deputy Headmaster (Academic).

Every effort has been made to keep this booklet accurate. Please note that if there is insufficient demand for a subject, it might not be offered in 2023. In addition, timetabling constraints may result in some subject combinations not being available. For these reasons, the proposed subject and courses document, which comes with this booklet, is provisional only. It is essential that time and energy is invested in the course selection process to ensure that students have a course that is challenging, enriching and within their capabilities. We look forward to assisting students make these important decisions.