Transdisciplinary Team Approach The complex learning needs of our students usually require the combined expertise and knowledge of different professionals. Research indicates that a transdisciplinary team approach reflects ‘best practice’ for successful learning outcomes. The transdisciplinary approach is a framework which enables members of an educational team - teacher, specialists, support staff, students and families - to contribute their knowledge and skills to collaborate with other members, and collectively prioritise and deliver the learning programmes that would most benefit a student. At Sir Keith Park School, specialist input is classroom based and co-ordinated with class programmes. Programmes for learning are supported / developed / monitored / delivered / assessed through a transdisciplinary approach to ensure optimal learning takes place. Parents, teachers, and therapists working together are crucial components in ensuring our students’ learning success. Back

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Enrolment Process We accept enrolments for students aged between 5 and 21 years, who are verified as having ongoing learning support needs (ORS), and for whom Sir Keith Park School is the nearest appropriate special education facility. We welcome school visits from parents / whanau and professionals who are investigating schooling options. Each student who enrols at our school is required by the Ministry of Education to have a Section 9 agreement which is signed by their Learning Support representative. Our enrolment process is detailed below. Families / whanau may approach the school directly, or be supported in the process by Learning Support Professionals. The student’s eligibility is checked, and an appointment made to view possible classes. For further information, contact our enrolment co-ordinator: Vani Pillay Email: vani.pillay@skp.school.nz Ph: (09) 275 4455 Specialised School Transport Assistance (SESTA): All students who have ORS verification are eligible to apply to the Ministry of Education for transport assistance to their nearest appropriate facility – taxi provision or a conveyance allowance for parents who transport their own child. Please note: If Sir Keith Park School is not your local special school, a conveyance allowance will only be considered for the distance to the nearest special school. Transport decisions are made by the Ministry of Education subject to the SESTA criteria being met. GoBus are our current transport providers. Our on-site transport co-ordinator is: Teeshan Padayatchi (09) 275 4455 teeshan.padayatchi@skp.school.nz Uniform: Students attending our satellite classes are expected to wear the uniform of the host school. Sir Keith Park School does not currently have a compulsory school uniform.

Sir Keith Park GCB, KBE, MC, DFC, DCL 1892 – 1975: Soldier, military aviator and leader, company representative, local politician Keith Rodney Park was a decorated First World War fighter pilot who carved out a prestigious career in the Royal Air Force (RAF). He played a pivotal role in the defense of London and south-east England during the Battle of Britain. Born in Thames on 15 June 1892, Park was educated at Kings College, Auckland and Otago Boys High School, Dunedin. At the age of 19 he joined the Union Steam Ship Company as a cadet purser – earning the nickname ‘Skipper’ among friends and family. Park enlisted in the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) in December 1916. His performance in the First World War earned him two Military Crosses and a Distinguished Flying Cross. During the interwar years Park held various command and staff postings in the United Kingdom and overseas. Together with Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, Park developed a comprehensive air defense system involving the use of high-speed, heavily armed fighter aircraft (Hawker Hurricanes and Supermarine Spitfires) in combination with new radio and radar equipment. Promoted to air vice-marshal in April 1940, Park was given command of No. 11 Group, responsible for the defense of London and south-east England. He developed a reputation as a ‘hands-on’ leader, often flying his personal Hurricane to embattled airfields to inspire his hard-pressed pilots. He was knighted in 1942 for his role in the defense of Malta. Lord Tedder (Marshall of the Royal Airforce) said of Keith Park: “If ever a man won the Battle of Britain, he did I don’t believe it is realised how much that one man, with his leadership, his calm judgement, and his skill did to save not only this country, but the world.” Park retired from the RAF in 1946 as air chief marshal and moved back to Auckland. In 1951, Park became chairman of the Auckland International Airport Committee. By 1955 he had persuaded a reluctant government to purchase a site at Mangere. Construction began in 1960 and the airport opened in 1966. Park served three terms (1962–71) as an Auckland city Councillor, and was active in the New Zealand Foundation for the Blind, the New Zealand Epilepsy Association, and the King George V Children’s Health Camp, Pakuranga. Sir Keith Park died in Auckland on 6 February 1975, aged 82. Our school (which opened in 1975) is named in his honour, as is a section of the Auckland Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT). A statue of Sir Keith Park (pictured) was unveiled in Waterloo Place, London, on 15 September 2010 - the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Learn more about Sir Keith Park: https://youtu.be/MDpi2tQWHMM https://youtube.com/watch?v=bsHQuhLg1KE&feature=share Back

Our Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the school which is ultimately responsible for the total operation of the school including the employment of staff. The Board is composed of elected parent representatives as well as the Principal and staff representative. Other members may be co-opted or appointed as necessary. 2025-2028 Board of Trustees: Kathy Davidson (Principal), Deepak Kumar(Presiding Member), Sara Tupe-Tuala (Staff Rep), Alepina Mahe(Secretary), Meliame Fuimaono Ula, Astrid Ormond(Treasurer), Jonathan Schuster

The students are the focal point of our school. They come from a range of ethnic groups, infusing the school with a rich ethnic diversity that is representative of the local community. Our students are young people who have intellectual impairment, communication and hearing disorders; visual impairments, physical impairments; and / or multiple, complex disabilities. Most students are verified under the Ongoing Resourcing scheme (ORS). The Ongoing Resourcing Scheme, allows for the employment of Specialists to work with teaching staff to provide advice, adapted programmes, therapies and resources aimed at meeting the unique learning needs of students. . About Us

Our Staff Teams Class Teams: Kotuku Syndicate Bader Senior Satellite Class Back Mohan Rai Setaita Vakaloa Mata Ward Teacher Teacher Aide Teacher Aide Hannah Pritchard Teacher Aide Bader Junior Satellite Class Ruby Sandhu. Vaka Lauifata Hannah Pritchard Teacher Teacher Aide Teacher Aide Kaliza Tairi Teacher Aide Room 8 Susau Emosi Teato Kopelani Val Fa'afuata Teacher Teacher Aide Teacher Aide

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Our Curriculum The diagram below visually details curriculum available to students enrolled at Sir Keith Park School. Our curriculum is personalised through Individual Education Plans which state priority learning for each student, and are developed collaboration with student, family, whanau, and carers. The 8 Essential Learning areas of the NZ Curriculum provide the contexts for teaching skills related to values, key competencies, supporting curriculum and some aspects of the Transitional curriculum. Transitional Curriculum takes priority once students reach age 16 and over. Plans to support learning are developed through the annual overview, term overviews, unit plans and incorporate individual education goals. Teaching is delivered in 1:1, small groups, and / or class programmes.

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