Since starting at Ao Tawhiti over four years ago, I have been encouraged to try so many different things that I had never before considered. I have had so many amazing opportunities and completed courses such as: Philosophy at UC, Barista and Design at Ara, Animation at Yoobee, Gateway Aviation, and First Aid Certification. I even got to sit in on actual court cases to explore the legal systems in Aotearoa!
The Ao Tawhiti environment is incredibly supportive and encouraging across both staff and students which fosters a true love for learning and self development, as well as the opportunity to compete higher study earlier than the prescribed level. I have discovered a real love for literature and a passion for subjects like philosophy, psychology, and history.
Due to the support and opportunities at Ao Tawhiti, I feel that I have become so much more independent and confident than I ever imagined I could be, and I now feel excited for the abundant choices I will have available to me after graduating from Ao Tawhiti.