2. SCHOOLS’ GRANTS PROGRAMME

Central Plateau REAP supports the 31 schools in the Central Plateau District by offering two opportunities a year for schools to apply for REAP assistance. This assistance can take the form of:

•  supporting schools in the provision of high quality education programmes (for example, providing specialist tutors to upskill both students and teachers);
• removing rural isolation as a barrier to student participation through programmes that enable students to attend activities outside their local environment;
• supporting schools in providing programmes that enhance student wellbeing with a particular focus on anti-bullying;
• addressing the needs of students at risk of underachievement – particularly those with specific learning disorders, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and those with poor oral language or literacy and numeracy skills; and
• providing high quality professional development for teachers.

Schools are able to apply in Term 3 for support in Terms 1 and 2 of the following year, and in Term 2 for Support in Terms 3 and 4. Application forms are sent to schools by the Schools’ Coordinator and allocations made by a REAP appointed committee representing schools and the wider community.

Examples of Programmes supported by REAP in 2021 include

• 9 programmes of intensive literacy support
• 6 programmes of Te Reo/Kapahaka/ Tikanga Māori
• 3 programmes supporting development of music and the performing arts

REAP also provides professional development for schools,  specialist teachers and teacher aides with a particular emphasis on increasing knowledge and understanding of Specific Learning Disorders such as Dyslexia.

To enquire about the schools’ grant programme please contact the Schools’ Co-ordinator, Joce Moyle, email at    joce@reapcentralplateau.nz or phone 07 378 8109.

4. early childhood education (ece)

The Early Childhood Coordinator promotes Early Childhood Education through programme delivery and community events and initiatives.

• The needs of the sector are determined through networking with organisations and services that work within ECE. We stay connected with licenced centres, kindergartens, Kōhanga Reo, homebased services, playcentre, playgroups, community, whānau, parents and caregivers.

  We have four key learning outcomes:

  • Presence
  • Participation and Engagement
  • Wellbeing
  • Progress and Achievement

  Programmes supported and/or delivered by REAP to date include oral language and literacy, Te Reo, NZ Sign Language, health and wellbeing, nutrition, first aid, child safety, neuro-science, the first 1000 days, brain development and movement, interactive puppet shows and storytelling, transition to school, parenting, cultural activity programmes, music and drama and outside play.

  To enquire about our ECE programmes please contact the Early Childhood Education Co-ordinator, Kim Roots, at email ece@reapcentralplateau.nz or phone 07 378 8109.

Central Plateau REAP Playgroups

We offer a well-resourced nurturing and safe environment.

Our Kaupapa is Whakawhanaungatanga

Relationships are formed by having a framework which is inclusive for all who attend. Each person is respected and their voices are heard.

Participation, building connectivity and friendships with others, developing bonds that are important for socializing and navigating life’s challenges.

Engagement children/ tamariki develop in their own way and they need the joy of play and companionship to grow into competent, confident learners.

Community building manaakitanga through a child focused Lens. Playgroup provides a welcoming place within the Central Plateau rural communities.

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