Children who are not meeting academic expectations, or displaying delays in their learning are eligible for an IEP. Most schools have a SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) whose role is to provide appropriate support for students with learning needs. An IEP is a document that communicates to the teacher and other adults working with the child of the best practice when teaching the child. However, most SENCo’s are overworked and under-resourced and seldom have the time to develop truly personalised education plans. 

We fill that gap in a meaningful way. Our IEP’s are easily transferred to future year levels as they clearly identify the most effective, teacher-friendly way to work with, and get the best out of the child. Our IEP’s are carefully crafted utilising the child’s strengths, interests and abilities and weaving these into the child’s academic (sometimes home) environment. Carefully planned adaptations and accommodations guide teachers and other adults working with the child into best practice. Through the student’s strengths, interests and abilities, the weaknesses and learning gaps are addressed. IEPs are developed from a strength/ability-based perspective and are created in collaboration with the child, family and teaching team. 

Positive Behavioural Intervention and Support (PBIS) also known as BIP (Behaviour Intervention Plan)

To be able to learn effectively, your basic needs must first be met. Without essentials such as proper food, sleep, safety, and emotional well-being, it becomes much harder to focus, process information, and retain what you’re learning. Children who display challenging behaviour are often trying to communicate; their actions signalling that they need support, attention, or understanding.

A BIP identifies the causes of the behaviour and provides whānau and teachers with strategies and support that encourage and promote positive behaviour. Our BIP’s are trauma-informed and trauma-responsive. 

Phonemic Awareness Programmes

One-to-one tutoring

Our tutoring process focuses on two essential goals.

First, we aim to deeply understand each learner—their strengths, challenges, and unique learning styles. This insight allows us to tailor our approach and ensure that the strategies we use are truly effective.

Second, we empower the learner to better understand themselves—how they learn most effectively, how to maximize their strengths, and how to use practical techniques for memory retention and recall. This equips them with lifelong learning skills and the confidence to take charge of their own education.

We also support you, the parent, by helping you gain a deeper understanding of both your child and the education system. This enables you to be a strong advocate for your child’s learning journey, while fostering their growth towards self-advocacy.