Cohort Entry
Maraetai Beach School runs a Cohort Entry system.
Cohort entry refers to children starting school as a group, at the beginning or mid point of a term, AFTER THEIR FIFTH BIRTHDAY as opposed to starting school on their fifth birthday.
Children do not have to start school until they are 6, but it is school policy that the earliest they can start school will be the first day of term, or the midpoint of the term, after their 5th birthday.
Why cohort entry?
To allow students to settle quicker into school.
Evidence shows that starting school alongside others can help foster relationships and support smoother entry to school.
Less disruption for class teachers as they can plan for groups of students doing both school visits and starting school.
Allow for easier planning of staffing requirements.
Allow for a more beneficial jump start programme.
Easier report tracking.
Maraetai Beach School has two intakes per term. These entry dates are determined by the Ministry of Education.
Once your child has been enrolled you will be sent details for jumpstart, class visits and school start dates. Any questions please contact Kate Deane (Junior DP).