Boys learn in different ways
We offer a broad range of programmes to suit. In Years 9 and 10, students experience all eight learning areas, while in Years 11 to 13 they can tailor courses to their strengths and interests. Pathways are well supported through our careers team, with opportunities including university and polytechnic study, Gateway, and the Trades Academy.
Our academic programme challenges and supports every learner. Top classes are extended, with opportunities to achieve NCEA standards early, while smaller classes help lift and engage the middle group. A dedicated learning support team ensures every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Download curriculum guides for each year level:
Curriculum map
| Year 9 Courses | Year 10 Courses | Year 11 Courses | Year 12 Courses | Year 13 Courses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Language and Languages** |
English French* German* Te Reo Māori* ESOL Advanced Literacy |
English French* German* Te Reo Māori* ESOL |
English French German Te Reo Māori ESOL |
English French German Te Reo Māori ESOL |
English French German Te Reo Māori ESOL |
| Mathematics | Mathematics | Mathematics | Mathematics | Algebraic Mathematics General Mathematics Internal Mathematics |
Calculus Statistics Mathematics |
| Science | Science Agriculture* |
Science Agriculture* Sustainability* |
Science Agriculture/Horticulture |
Biology Chemistry Physics Agriculture/Horticulture Earth and Space Science |
Biology Chemistry Physics Agriculture/Horticulture Earth and Space Applied Senior Science |
| Social Studies | Social Studies Business Studies* |
Social Studies Economics/Business* Classical Studies* Media Studies* |
Geography History Commerce Media and Society |
Geography History Economics Accounting Media Studies Tourism |
Geography History Economics Media Studies Accounting Classical Studies Business Studies Tourism |
| Health and Physical Education | Health Physical Education High Performance Sports* Food and Nutrition* |
Health Physical Education High Performance Sports* Mental Fitness* Food and Nutrition* |
Physical Education Food and Nutrition |
Physical Education Outdoor Education Sport Education Food and Nutrition |
Physical Education Outdoor Education Sport Education Food and Nutrition |
| The Arts | Art* Music* Drama* |
Art* Music* Drama* |
Art Music Drama (with OGHS)*** Māori Performing arts |
Art Music Drama (with OGHS)*** Māori Performing Arts |
Art Music Drama (with OGHS)*** Māori Performing Arts |
| Technology | Robotics* Design & Visual Communication* Computer Aided Design (CAD)* Digital Technology* Wood Technology* Metal Technology* |
Design & Visual Communication* Digital Technology* Wood Technology* Metal Technology* |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Metal Technology Wood Technology |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Metal Technology Wood Technology |
Design & Visual Communication Digital Technology Metal Technology Wood Technology |
* These are the Option Subjects in Year 9 and 10. Year 9s choose 7 option subjects. Year 10s choose 4 option subjects.
** OBHS combines language resources with OGHS or correspondence school as required. Other languages available.
*** Subject to space in OGHS classes.