Naenae College's claim of being "The United Family" or "Te Whānau Tahi" is contradicted by actions. By dividing students into four separate "whānau" groups, each with separate leadership, the school's structure appears to undermine unity.
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Exclusive Interview
Former Staff Member Speaks About Naenae College
Community Testimonials About Naenae College
"Go have a look at ERO on line. I certainly wouldn't send a child to Naenae College"
"hate it"
"Shit"
"too much fights and food thrown on the ground, Fire Alarms"
"As long as your kid can throw hands should be all good"
"It is what you make of it."
Deteriorating Classroom Facilities
Education Review Office (ERO) Report on Naenae College"the school has noticed reduced retention, attendance and engagement."
Academic Performance Data and Trends
NCEA Level 1 Comparison Chart
Academic Performance Trends Over Time
ON AIR
Former Teacher Discusses Safety Concerns at Naenae
Student Standdown and Suspension Rates Analysis
Comprehensive School Statistics Overview
New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) Managing National Assessment Report"This review identified inconsistencies in resubmission practice where some teachers offer resubmissions to all students regardless of their grades."
Critical Statistics Revealed
162%
Higher Standdown Rate for Māori Students
Per 1,000 students compared to national average
1 in 70
Former Students in Prison System
Statistical analysis of post-school outcomes
24,499
Disciplinary Incidents Recorded
From 2019 to 2023 academic years
Board members enforce attendance policies for students while data shows Te Ana Fowell attended 0% of meetings, Loudeen Parsons missed 7 out of 15 meetings, and 27% of board members have chronic attendance issues
Board Members Show Worse Attendance Than Students
Comparative Analysis: Naenae College vs Taita College
2.5×
Lower Standdown Rate at Taita College
For Māori students in comparable demographic
8 Years
Average Staff Tenure at Taita College
Demonstrating superior staff retention
5,764
Incidents at Taita College (2019-2023)
Compared to 24,499 at Naenae College
NAENAE COLLEGE MISCONDUCT CASES DOCUMENTED
Legal cases and verified failures
Physical Assault
Dean Assaults Student in Classroom
On August 20, 2018, a Naenae College teacher and dean slapped a student's ear forcefully and used profane language in front of the class, leading to formal disciplinary proceedings.
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Academic Fraud
Teacher Manipulates NCEA Assessments
A teacher at Naenae College involved senior students in marking and improperly modifying NCEA assessments, then applied passing grades inappropriately, violating NZQA standards.
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THE COMPLETE TRUTH.
Comprehensive investigation into leadership failures, governance issues, and their impact on students and families.
Internal Faculty Report, Naenae College —Read Full Faculty Reports"Naenae College's Social Science Faculty experienced extreme changes throughout 2023. Almost all staff members departed, with only two remaining faculty members. Limited documentation was maintained on our Google Drive, and there are inconsistencies in our record books."
Media Coverage and Press Reports
Confidential Information Wanted: Compensation Available
We are conducting an ongoing investigation into Naenae College and seek confidential information from insiders including current and former staff, students, parents, and community members with firsthand knowledge. Compensation provided for verified information.
Bathroom Facilities: $500,000 Investment Deteriorating
These bathrooms were newly constructed in 2022 at a cost exceeding $500,000.
