Year 9
Year 9 focuses on providing students with a strong foundation across a broad range of subjects. All subjects are compulsory and, with the exception of Mathematics and Statistics, are taught in Tutor Class groups.
LEARNING
Junior Years 9-10
Building strong foundations through a broad curriculum that develops knowledge, skills and confidence for senior study.
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Building strong foundations
The junior curriculum at Botany Downs Secondary College provides students with a broad foundation across the Learning Areas, while developing the knowledge, skills and key competencies needed for future study.
Alongside the regular curriculum, Tutor Mentoring supports students to understand how they learn, reflect on their academic goals and monitor their progress, with support from senior students.
The curriculum meets the requirements of the New Zealand Curriculum, with Key Competencies and Values developed across the eight Learning Areas.
Junior Years 9–10
CORE LEARNING
- English
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Health & Physical Education
- Science
- Social Studies
These five subjects form the core programme and continue as compulsory subjects in Year 10.
LANGUAGES
Students study two languages for one semester each:
- Chinese
- French
- Japanese
- Te Reo Māori
Students requiring English as an Additional Language can study EAL throughout the year.
ARTS & TECHNOLOGY
Students experience a range of Visual and Performing Arts and Technology subjects throughout the year.
Visual & Performing Arts
Art · Dance · Drama · Music
Technology
Design & Visual Communication · Digital Technology · Food · Multi-Materials
Year 10
In Year 10, students continue to develop the knowledge, skills and key competencies that provide a strong foundation for senior study. Students continue with five compulsory learning areas while gaining greater choice through three option subjects.
CORE LEARNING
- English
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Health & Physical Education
- Science
- Social Studies
These five learning areas remain compulsory for all Year 10 students.
ADDITIONAL PATHWAYS
Accelerated courses are available in:
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Science
These provide additional opportunities for students ready to extend their learning.
OPTION SUBJECTS
Students select three option subjects from a broad range of courses, allowing them to explore their interests and begin shaping their future learning pathway.
Detailed information about the subjects available can be found in the current Year 10 Option Book.
Continue exploring Learning
Explore senior study and the subjects available as students progress through the College.
SENIOR YEARS 11–13
Discover senior learning and how students progress through Years 11, 12 and 13.
SUBJECT INFORMATION
Explore the College’s learning areas and find current subject-option information.
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