Secondary School
Programmes
Puatala delivers culturally grounded, hands-on programmes that build the skills, confidence, and resilience students need to thrive in school and beyond.
Our programmes cover self-identity, confidence, social resilience, unit standards, work experience, and experience days — all designed to engage, empower, and expose young people to their potential. With strong pastoral care and a team that truly connects with youth, we support smooth transitions into further education, training, or employment.
Overview
Incomparable, Year 11 - 13
This Level 2 or 3 five-day programme combines two days of classroom learning with three days of structured work experience…
Work Experience
This three-day work experience programme brings learning to life.
Students immerse themselves in real workplaces and explore industries firsthand from our range of opportunities…
Voyagers Trilogy, Year 11 - 13
This three-day work experience programme brings learning to life.
Students immerse themselves in real workplaces and explore industries firsthand from our range of opportunities…
HIT910, Year 9 & 10
This three-day work experience programme brings learning to life.
Students immerse themselves in real workplaces and explore industries firsthand from our range of opportunities…
Puatala delivers culturally grounded, hands-on programmes that build the skills, confidence, and resilience students need to thrive in school and beyond.
Our programmes cover self-identity, confidence, social resilience, unit standards, work experience, and experience days — all designed to engage, empower, and expose young people to their potential. With strong pastoral care and a team that truly connects with youth, we support smooth transitions into further education, training, or employment.
Overview
This Level 2 or 3 five-day programme combines two days of classroom learning with three days of structured work experience…
Work Experience
This three-day work experience programme brings learning to life.
Students immerse themselves in real workplaces and explore industries firsthand from our range of opportunities…
Voyagers Trilogy, Year 11 - 13
This three-day work experience programme brings learning to life.
Students immerse themselves in real workplaces and explore industries firsthand from our range of opportunities…
HIT910, Year 9 & 10
Designed for Years 9 & 10, HIT910 delivers high-impact, two-hour sessions across five weeks, building a strong foundation of character, confidence, and practical life skills…
At Puatala, we connect students with real-world learning opportunities that inspire growth and confidence.
Work Experience (1–3 days) offers hands-on exposure to diverse workplaces, helping students apply skills and explore career pathways. Immersive Experience Days (1 day) bring learning to life through onsite industry tours and visits. STEM and School Leaders Events (1 day) provide targeted experiences that build leadership, innovation, and future-focused thinking.
EXPERIENCE DAYS
Our Reviews
"It’s been great working with Tjay Asiata and his team at Puatala to support local employment on the Peacocke Strategic WW Project for Hamilton City Council".
CB Civil
"The training was easy going it and quickly made me feel comfortable. These aspects ensured that I got the most out of my experience as I was easily able to communicate any ideas".
Tysha Williams
"I have a deep appreciation for the hard work and efforts the Puatala team have put together to train me and our people to create a better future".
Tamiano Tautala
"I liked the communications. The objectives were clear and understandable. And I hope to use growth mindset as a result of this training."
Sione Hungalu
"The training was different because it was based on your life. You as a person. The biggest learning I took away from the programme was growth mindset which I now use all the time."
Fuaifale Tyrell
"They have a real appreciation and understanding of the skills we need and have proven that with the training they provide.
We one employee, we have seen a positive attitude change, reliability, and commitment to work".
Ullrich Aluminium
"There was so much in common and a real excitement about what we can do together to increase training and employment opportunities for Maori and Pasifika people as well as bringing more cultural understanding to our practices".
Dempsey Wood
"The training was awesome and a good stepping stone for others to progress."
Teakara Kaka
"One factor that makes the training different is the shared cultural beliefs which I could relate to. It has given me an urge to make plans and to work towards my dreams/goals that have been set for some time."
Siaosi Aleamotu’a
"The training made me think about all aspects when making decisions. To have more of a growth mindset when it comes to life. This looks at all aspects when we face life and helps us be more confident in what we do and set goals to reach".
