Special Education Schools (SPED)
Tauranga Special School is the leading provider of education for students with special educational needs in the Western Bay of Plenty. The school serves learners aged 5 to 21 years who have Ongoing Resourcing Funding (ORS) and intellectual disabilities that impact their ability to process information, retain knowledge, and problem solve.
The school provides a specialised curriculum designed to meet the unique characteristics of each student. Many students are on the autistic spectrum, whilst others have physical and sensory impairments or associated health issues. Students are supported as they develop confidence and independence, with positive expectations about their future and academic goals across all areas of learning.
Located in Tauranga's beautiful Avenues since 1965, the school offers superb facilities including a heated swimming pool. Dedicated staff receive regular professional development to ensure current practice in special needs education, curriculum delivery, and key competencies. The school advocates for students and families with special needs throughout the Bay of Plenty region, providing access to excellent therapists and individualised programmes. Parents are offered authentic education choice, with students able to progress through different levels or transition to mainstream settings.
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39 Eighteenth Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand
New Zealand 3112
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