Year 11 Learning and Assessment

Year 11 Courses from 2022 Onwards

Students in Year 11 are offered a broad and balanced curriculum which will consist of

• English,

• Mathematics,

• Science,

• core Physical Education and Health,

• RE

• selection of 2 or 3 other subjects.

Assessment

The assessment programme includes: subject tests, common assessment tasks, performances, essays, research, inquiry, Science laboratory practicals, digital portfolios, product design, visual and oral presentations, collaborative projects and timed examinations.

Year 11 students will gain some Level 1 credits which will count towards their first 20 at Level 2 and give them NCEA experience.

All students require Level 1 Numeracy as part of gaining the Level 2 qualification and University Entrance (UE) and there will be opportunity to gain numeracy in Year 11.

Having time for learning and assessment in Year 11, without the burden of over-assessment, provides a strong foundation of rich learning and assessment information and feedback, as well as valuable experience with the NCEA system

This structure provides students with strategies and experience in tackling content and assessments across the curriculum and equips them with a platform to confidently approach the learning required for the NCEA Level 2 qualification.

More information about the reasons for the change, and other details, are available on this link: Year 11 - FAQ's