Wesley College, 2021 Finalist, Excellence in Engaging

Harnessing the power of former students has made a real difference at Wesley College. The Tohu Mātauranga - Qualified School Leavers Project - aimed to substantially lift NCEA achievement and University Entrance among Year 13 students. A mentoring system with evening check-in sessions, academic and wellbeing camps, and motivational speakers, have helped keep the project on track. By focusing on vocational pathways in their community, and partnerships with Pasifika families to design educational activities, Wesley have boosted achievement and engagement for their learners. Find out more about the finalists and winners of the 2021 Prime Minister's Education Excellence Awards on the website: https://pmawards.education.govt.nz/