Solway College, Masterton:
Located in Masterton, Wairarapa, South Wellington at the southwestern tip of the North Island of New Zealand, Solway College is one of New Zealand's most historic girls' boarding schools. Established in 1916 and, in the 1970s, one of the first girls' colleges to become integrated in New Zealand, we consistently provide a holistic education for young women in Years 7 to 13 (Forms 1 to 7). Solway College also has many years' experience in educating and accommodating international students. We offer a limited number of day girl places and a variety of boarding options. Masterton is approx 90 minutes from Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Our commitment to excellent teaching, small class sizes and catering for the individual learning needs of each student ensures that this will continue. We are a small girls' boarding school, yet with a full curriculum and wide range of extra-curricular activities. We aim to develop leadership, self-confidence and bring out the best in each girl.
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Junior Curriculum (Years 7-10):
The purpose of the Junior Curriculum pages is to provide parents and students with information about the course structure at different levels of our junior school. They also provide information about the content and skills in each of the junior courses offered. All students will be posted a copy of these pages in booklet form. Attached to this booklet is a Year 10 Course Selection form. If your daughter is in Year 9 please ensure that this is filled in and ret
urned to the college office by the specified date.
Year 7 and 8:
Each Year 7 and 8 student takes the following course of study:
English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, Health, Technology, Art, Christian Education and Languages.
Some of these subjects are taught by their core teachers, while others are taught by specialist teachers, using specialist facilities.
Year 9:
At Year 9 students follow a programme of study that includes both their core subjects – English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Health, Christian Education and Languages and also a rotation of subjects – Art, TIM, Food and Textiles Technology.
These subjects are taken on a two term rotation. We do this to ensure that each of our students has experience of a range of subjects. This will ensure that they can find and develop interests.
Year 10:
At this level the core subjects are again the following: English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Health, Christian Education and Languages. The major difference is that at this level students choose 2 options from a range of subjects that will enable them to pursue specific interests. When selecting their subjects students should consider:
i) their abilities, strengths and weaknesses
ii) their interests
These subjects include:
* Textiles
* Food Technology
* Text & Information Management (TIM)
* French
* E-Counting
* Art
Senior School:
From Year 10 on subjects and courses vary according to student needs. Christian education is compulsory at all levels. We use an extensive testing programme to help identify strengths and learning needs and to set goals for our students. This ensures that individual needs are catered for and enables us to bring out the best in each student. Individual progress is reviewed and updated as goals are achieved.
Subjects including English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, Health, Technology, Art, Christian Education and Languages are taught by highly qualified and dedicated teachers.
Year 11:
At Solway College Year 11 students are fully timetabled for the whole week. There are no free study periods allocated.
For Year 11 students the following courses are compulsory:
* English
* Mathematics.
* Science / NZCSE
* Future Options programme (incorporates core Physical Education)
These areas of study are made compulsory to ensure that the options taken at these level enable students to change
their career choices and yet still have the necessary subjects.
Year 12:
At Solway College Year 12 students are fully timetabled for the whole
week. There are no free study periods allocated.
* At Year 12, English remains compulsory.
* The Future Options programme is also compulsory.
* Year 12 students are also enrolled in either the full achievement standards maths course or the Year 12 numeracy course whereby all students study to gain Level 1 NCEA numeracy, university entrance numeracy and extension into more practical based Level 2 standards.
* A science subject is strongly recommended for all students.
Most employers will want someone with proven skills in English and maths. Communication skills rate high on this list. You will have a better chance of winning a job of your choosing if you pass these subjects with Merits or Excellence.
When applying for a position you will take your Record of Learning qualifications sheets with you so your prospective employer can see clearly your strengths and weaknesses in each subject.
The choices you make now will have a huge impac
t on the job or career choice you may have when you leave school. Plan carefully for the future. Use the templates on the following page to aid subject choice.
THE NATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT:
The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is New Zealand’s national qualification for senior secondary students. NCEA is part of the National Qualifications Framework. It is the main secondary school qualification. It provides the pathway to tertiary education and to workplace training.
Sports:
With its extensive grounds incorporating playing fields, courts, swimming pool and other facilities, Solway College is well placed to provide active girls and young women with all the challenge they need.
Participation in sporting and physical education activities is compulsory for all students with an emphasis on "personal best". All students are expected to participate to the best of their ability and to "give it a go".
School mini-vans driven by our hostel staff will transport students to and from sporting fixtures held off-site. This enables students to make the most of the sports opportunities available to them.
Some of the areas in which Solway students currently participate include but are not limited to:
* Netball
* Soccer
* Hockey
* Dragon Boating
* Athletics
* Canoe Polo
* Badminton
* Cricket
* Tennis
* Swimming
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