We call these Learning Areas.
We call these Learning Areas.
Get information on all courses that may be offered at Botany Downs Secondary College for our Level 1, 2 and 3 students, as well as information on National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA)
The selection of option subjects is important and should be made with personal reflection and open dialogue between students, parents and staff.
English, Mathematics, Science and Active Well Being are compulsory and students can choose THREE other options from a wide range of subjects.
Only English is compulsory and students can choose FIVE other options.
There are no compulsory subjects and students choose FIVE option subjects.
Forms will be available through our Parent/Student Web Portal
Choose the Year Level you will be in 2024.
The ‘Restricted Options’ document provides a summary of subject exclusions at all levels.
Deputy Principal:
Mr Cornell Van Kralingen, ext. #207
c.vankralingen@bdsc.school.nz
Careers Advisor:
Mrs Amanda Muir, ext. #243
careers@bdsc.school.nz
Work Experience, Gateway Coordinator:
Mrs Leila El-Yassir, ext. #242
l.el-yassir@bdsc.school.nz
Our Careers department is able to help students seek information about the vast range of university courses and careers now available.
Careers NZ also provides a wealth of information about subject choices, and further study or career choices. You can also phone them toll-free on 0800 601 301.
