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Services Programme

Challenge Yourself. Discover Your Strengths. Lead with Purpose.

Through structured challenge and practical experiences, the Services Programme offers rangatahi opportunities to develop teamwork, resilience, confidence and leadership.

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More Than a Programme. An Opportunity to Grow.

Haeata’s Services Programme offers structured, military-style youth development supported by its current partnership with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF), including a two week induction course at Burnham Military Camp. 

Challenge

Make progress through effort, commitment and constructive responses to difficulty.

Teamwork

Practise communication, cooperation and supporting others.

Responsibility

Develop a stronger sense of readiness, preparation and accountability.

Leadership

Recognise opportunities to contribute, guide and encourage.

The Skills That Matter Beyond the Classroom

The programme aims to develop transferable capabilities relevant to school, relationships, study, work and community life.

Resilience

Learning to keep going and adapt when tasks are demanding.

Discipline

Building habits that support commitment and organisation.

Teamwork

Contributing towards a shared purpose.

Leadership

Recognising when to step forward and when to support others.

Service

Understanding the value of giving time and effort to other people.

Confidence

Discovering strengths through experience and reflection.

Real Experiences. Meaningful Learning.

Structured, challenge-based learning can connect practical activity with personal development. 

Physical challenges

Personal goal-setting and persistence, where suitable and approved.

Working together

Team tasks that require planning and clear communication.

Leadership development

Opportunities to practise initiative and responsibility.

Outdoor learning

Learning in new environments through approved activities.

Preparation and organisation

Developing habits of being ready and planning ahead.

Giving back

Considering the importance of service to the school and wider community.

Learning Through Structure, Teamwork and Leadership

Haeata Community Campus is proud of its ongoing partnership with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF), supported by the Ministry of Education and the NZDF Youth Development Unit South at Burnham Military Camp. Through this partnership, ākonga have opportunities to develop confidence, resilience, teamwork, responsibility and leadership through structured, practical learning experiences. These valuable skills support their personal growth and prepare them for a wide range of future pathways, including opportunities within the Defence Force and beyond.

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Royal New Zealand Air Force

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New Zealand Army

Royal New Zealand Navy

Royal New Zealand Navy

New Zealand Defence Force

Services is an educational and personal-development opportunity, not military enlistment. Although the NZDF partnership is current, approved logo usage, the identity of the kiwi emblem and the exact nature of branch-level involvement should still be checked.

Challenge Looks Different Outside the Classroom

Mt White Station visits are a current part of the Services Programme. Outdoor experiences give rangatahi opportunities to plan, work as a team, persevere and reflect as they respond to new challenges. Ask Haeata about upcoming visit dates, equipment, consent, costs and participation arrangements.

Preparation

Plan and get ready for the task ahead.

Collaboration

Work constructively with others.

Perseverance

Persist and adjust when faced with a challenge.

Reflection

Consider what went well and what to develop next.

Challenge Yourself. Set Goals. Discover What’s Possible.

Haeata Community Campus is proud to offer the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award, an internationally recognised programme that encourages rangatahi to challenge themselves, discover their strengths and grow in confidence, resilience and independence. Through Voluntary Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and an Adventurous Journey, ākonga set personal goals, embrace new experiences and develop valuable life skills. The Gold Award also includes a Residential Project, providing an additional opportunity for personal growth. As part of Haeata's commitment to developing confident, capable young people, the Award complements the Services Programme by encouraging leadership, teamwork, perseverance and a willingness to contribute positively to others and the wider community.

Explore the Bronze, Silver and Gold award levels and the opportunities to set goals, develop skills, give back and explore the outdoors. Haeata delivers the Award; contact the school to confirm the levels currently offered, entry arrangements and fees (if applicable).

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Bronze

An introductory level of the award encouraging regular commitment to personal goals.

Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award badge

Silver

A further level of sustained challenge and personal development.

Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award badge

Gold

An advanced award level requiring sustained commitment and an additional residential project.

Official Award criteria ↗Ask Haeata About the Award

More Than What You Do. It’s What You Learn.

The impact of challenge-based learning is found in capabilities that can transfer into new environments. Every learner’s progress is different.

Communication

Express ideas and listen well.

Confidence

Recognise strengths and progress.

Organisation

Prepare, plan and meet commitments.

Resilience

Respond to setbacks constructively.

Leadership

Contribute when others need support.

Teamwork

Solve problems with others.

Responsibility

Take ownership of choices.

Contribution

Think about how to serve others.

Where Could Your Skills Take You?

The skills developed through responsibility, service and teamwork can be useful in many directions. Services does not guarantee entry to an employer, tertiary provider or the Defence Force.

Defence and uniformed services

Research Defence Force and other service-related career pathways.

Emergency and community services

Explore careers focused on helping others and contributing to community wellbeing.

Trades and vocational education

Consider practical training and apprenticeship pathways.

Work, study and leadership

Apply transferable skills in many further education and employment environments.

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Learning, Achievement and Recognition

Services students can explore the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award through Haeata’s current delivery. Any Services-specific NCEA credits, standards, qualifications and the available Duke of Edinburgh levels should be confirmed with the school.

NCEA and standards

Ask which standards or credits, if any, currently apply to Services.

Other recognition

Confirm whether any certificates or programme-based recognition are offered.

Duke of Edinburgh

Haeata currently delivers the Award. Check which levels are offered, eligibility, activity requirements and how to enrol.

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The Difference an Opportunity Can Make

A former student’s journey: growing responsibility, confidence and leadership.

“Michelle [student name changed for privacy] still strives to do and be the best person she can be. Since leaving Haeata she has found full-time employment and in a short period of time is now a team leader for a Huge New Zealand company as well as having offices worldwide. We are so proud of Michelle’s achievements, her strong sense of responsibility in her work ethics and towards her whanau. We are assured that due to the participation in the programs that were offered to her whilst being a student at Haeata definitely helped Michelle on the pathway to being a Young Leader of Tomorrow.”

What to Expect From the Services Programme

Participation arrangements can change by year and cohort. The school can explain the current programme requirements and any suitable adjustments.

Who can participate?

Confirm year levels, suitability, programme availability and any selection criteria with Haeata.

Time and commitment

Ask about timetables, attendance and commitments outside regular class hours.

Clothing and equipment

Confirm footwear, clothing and any specific gear before activities.

Physical participation

Discuss current activity demands and any accessibility or wellbeing needs with programme staff.

Safety and wellbeing

Outdoor and offsite activities require appropriate school approval, consent and risk management.

Costs and consent

Ask whether any costs apply and what permissions whānau need to provide.

What Might Learning Look Like?

01 / Prepare

Clarify goals, understand expectations and plan.

02 / Participate

Engage with structured activities and experiences.

03 / Contribute

Work with others and take responsibility.

04 / Reflect

Notice growth and identify the next challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions, or contact Haeata for current programme-specific information.

What is the Haeata Services Programme?

Haeata describes Services as a military-style youth development programme. Contact the school for the current delivery details.

Is Services the same as joining the military?

No. A school programme does not constitute military enlistment or guarantee Defence Force recruitment.

What year levels can participate?

Confirm current entry year levels and suitability with Haeata.

Do I need to be physically fit?

Ask about the activities and any requirements. Do not assume a particular fitness standard.

What activities are involved?

The programme uses structured challenges. Specific current activities should be confirmed with the school.

Does Services involve outdoor education?

Yes. Mt White Station visits are currently part of the programme. Other activities and dates can be confirmed with Haeata.

Do students visit Burnham Military Camp?

Haeata’s NZDF partnership is current, and its published description refers to Youth Development Unit South at Burnham. Ask the school whether a Burnham camp visit is included in the current programme.

Is Mt White Station part of the programme?

Yes. Haeata confirms Mt White Station visits are current. Ask the school about dates, equipment, costs and consent arrangements.

Does Haeata deliver the Duke of Edinburgh Award?

Yes. Haeata confirms it currently delivers the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award. Ask which levels are offered and how ākonga can participate.

Can I do Bronze, Silver and Gold?

The Award has Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. Haeata delivers the Award, but its current available levels and participant eligibility still need to be confirmed.

Can students earn NCEA credits?

Ask Haeata which current Services standards and credits, if any, apply.

Are there costs or equipment requirements?

Contact the school for current costs, footwear, clothing and equipment information.

Is the programme compulsory?

Confirm subject choices and participation arrangements with Haeata.

Does Services guarantee Defence Force entry?

No. Entry to Defence Force careers follows separate recruitment requirements.

How do I enquire?

Email office@haeata.school.nz or phone 03 930 0110.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Discover What You’re Capable Of.

Interested in the Services Programme? Contact Haeata to learn about current opportunities, participation and how to get involved.

Haeata Community Campus · 240 Breezes Road, Wainoni, Christchurch 8061
Phone 03 930 0110 · office@haeata.school.nz

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