Junior Curriculum

Year 9 Curriculum

The year 9 programme of study at Ruapehu College is split between the core subject, which the students study for the whole academic year and the option introduction courses, which are studied for a trimesters (thirds of the school year) each.

Core Subjects

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Physical Education and Health
  • Digital Technology

Option Tasters

  • Performing Arts
  • Visual Arts
  • Te Reo Māori
  • Resistant Materials
  • Textiles Technology
  • Food Technology
  • Outdoor education

Year 10 Curriculum

The year 10 programme of study at Ruapehu College comprises six core subject, and two option courses, which the students study for the whole academic year.

Core Subjects

  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • English
  • Social Studies
  • Physical Education and Health
  • Digital Technology

Option Subjects

  • Te Reo Māori
  • Foreign Language
  • Resistant Materials
  • Textiles Technology
  • Food Technology
  • Visual Arts
  • Performing Arts

Updated August 28, 2025