GKP was established in 2000 to complement and supplement programmes offered in the mainstream classroom setting.  Students are referred to the programme based on outstanding academic and/or creative performance or potential ability, identified by their school and/or family and following a workshop with the specialist GKP Entry Selection team. The Gifted Kids Programme defines a gifted child, as “ one who has the innate ability to achieve at an exceptional level, in relation to his/her same age peers, in one or more areas. This ability may be demonstrated or potential”.

Students receive extension and acceleration in a differentiated programme to suit their learning needs and strength areas. Talent Development Goals are set annually and a Learning Journal profile is collated over the year to share progress and achievement. Emphasis is placed on students interacting with like-minded peers to experience talent development, abstract and complex thinking skills, and a conceptual curriculum through the exploration and support of their personal social and emotional development.

More information can be found on www.giftedkids.co.nz