The School Curriculum

South Otago High School offers Year 9 and 10 students a full programme covering all the essential learning areas. Literacy skills are fundamental to all programmes.

The school offers a wide range of subjects at NCEA Level 1, including alternative programmes in English, Mathematics and Science.

A full range of pre-tertiary subjects are available for students who wish to continue study at Polytechnic or University. At NCEA Level 2 and 3 there is an expanded range of subjects including Outdoor Education and transition programmes.
NCEA Level 3 and Scholarship are offered in many subjects with extra tutoring available for some. Further subjects may be available on the Otago Net video conference system or through STAR funded courses.

Courses Offered

 Year 9