Korowai – Special Education Unit

A dedicated environment for ORS verified students with experienced staff who work in partnership with parents and caregivers to ensure students reach their full potential.

Statement:

We are committed to being understanding, supportive and respectful of all students and their families.

We operate a unique and specific programme centred around the individual needs of each student, with an emphasis on the use of ICT, providing a learning environment that is motivating and challenging, individualised, relevant and success oriented.

We offer:

• Education for ORS verified students Year 0 – 6.
• Commitment to inclusive education to meet the needs of individual students.
• Experienced, professional and caring staff whom work closely in partnership with parents and caregivers as well as outside agencies.
• Individualised programmes designed in partnership with parents and caregivers with consultation with Group Special Education (GSE) e.g. Speech Language Therapists, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist.
• Daily individualised programmes developed around an Individual Education Plan (IEP) with a strong emphasis on routines and visuals.
• Strong emphasis on IT and assistive technology, which cater for individual requirements e.g. iPads, iPods, touch screen computers, computers.
• Inclusive environment within the school that provides opportunities to practise social and communication skills as well as to generate and develop friendships with their peers.
• Inclusion in school wide experiences e.g. Kapa Haka, PMP, Enviro, school wide singing assemblies, Jump Jam, Cross Country, field trips.
• Year round water confidence and swimming programmes on-site.
• Promotion of functional life skills and support with daily self-management and self-care skills.
• Ongoing and comprehensive use of Narrative Assessment to support assessment for learning within the New Zealand Curriculum.
• An environment that is an integrated and valued part of Johnsonville School.