Southern REAP

Southern REAP Southern REAP's vision is to enrich our communities through innovative programmes.

This page is to showcase all the latest courses, events and community happenings. Our professional vision is to enrich our communities through innovative programmes. REAP fills gaps in mainstream education service provision by providing integrated and educational initiatives across Early Childhood, Schools and the Adult Education sectors.

Words were the focus today as Year 3–4 students from Heddon Bush School, St Thomas Aquinas School, Wallacetown School, D...
18/06/2026

Words were the focus today as Year 3–4 students from Heddon Bush School, St Thomas Aquinas School, Wallacetown School, Drummond Primary School & Dipton School came together for an exciting Southern REAP Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) cluster session.

Through our programme, we create opportunities for learners to connect with peers who share similar interests and strengths. Working alongside schools across Central, Western, and Eastern Southland, we help challenge young minds through enriching experiences that inspire creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and discovery.

Today's theme was 'Verbivores' – people who love to devour words!

Students explored context clues, prefixes, suffixes, and Greek and Latin roots to uncover the meanings of unfamiliar words. They also explored multiple-meaning words and discovered how expanding their vocabulary can strengthen both their communication and confidence.

Well done to our young learners and a big thank you to our tutor Robyn Irwin for sharing your knowledge!

πŸš› Class 2 Heavy Traffic Licence - 3 SPOTS LEFT!Ready to level up your licence and career opportunities? This two-day cou...
16/06/2026

πŸš› Class 2 Heavy Traffic Licence - 3 SPOTS LEFT!
Ready to level up your licence and career opportunities? This two-day course includes theory, training and assessment for heavy rigid vehicles.

Head to https://www.reap.co.nz/centralsouthland to enrol online, or email [email protected]

GORE - Gain your Forklift (OSH) & β€˜F’ Endorsement Licence. ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT!Gain the skills and certification to safely...
16/06/2026

GORE - Gain your Forklift (OSH) & β€˜F’ Endorsement Licence. ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT!

Gain the skills and certification to safely operate a forklift in the workplace - and on the road if completing the endorsement. A great practical course. Flexible payment options available.

Enrol online: https://www.reap.co.nz/easternsouthland or email [email protected]

This week, educators across Fiordland joined Nurturing relationships - Andrea Greer for two engaging professional learni...
11/06/2026

This week, educators across Fiordland joined Nurturing relationships - Andrea Greer for two engaging professional learning sessions focused on supporting tamariki to thrive.

🧠 In Practical Strategies to Support our Neurodiverse Tamariki, participants explored neuro-affirming approaches and gained practical tools to create inclusive learning environments that support focus, emotional regulation and success for neurodivergent learners.

πŸ’š In Big Bursting Behaviours, educators learned about the different states of the nervous system, co-regulation, and playful strategies to help tamariki build emotional regulation skills and navigate big emotions.

Andrea also offers a workshop on Understanding Childhood Trauma's Impact on Behaviour, helping educators understand how trauma can influence behaviour, relationships and learning outcomes.

The response from participants was overwhelmingly positive! 😊

πŸ“ Rural Southland & Whakatipu β€” could your community be next?

If there is interest, Southern REAP can work with schools, early childhood centres and education providers to bring Andrea's workshops to your area. Get in touch!

Calling all parents, caregivers, mums-to-be and whānau in Central Southland! 🌿Looking for connection, support, friendshi...
11/06/2026

Calling all parents, caregivers, mums-to-be and whānau in Central Southland! 🌿

Looking for connection, support, friendship and fun activities for your little ones?

We have a wonderful range of programmes designed to support families through every stage of the early years journey.

πŸ‘Ά SPACE Parenting Programme
Learn, play and grow alongside your baby while exploring topics such as sleep, attachment, development and early learning. Build confidence and lasting friendships with other local families.

πŸ’› Mums & Babies Group
A welcoming space for expectant mothers and mums with babies up to one year old. Connect with other parents, enjoy a cuppa, and access support for both you and your pΔ“pi.

πŸƒ Let's Move @ The Nest
A fun, active environment where preschool tamariki can move, explore and build confidence through play while whānau connect and support one another.

🀝 Generations at Play
Bringing preschoolers and older community members together through play, laughter and meaningful connections that benefit all generations.

If you have any questions please email: [email protected]

CENTRAL SOUTHLAND!A range of opportunities are on offer, from qualifications and practical life skills to confidence-bui...
09/06/2026

CENTRAL SOUTHLAND!

A range of opportunities are on offer, from qualifications and practical life skills to confidence-building and community connection. Check out the flyers below!

🀝 Generations at Play
A lovely intergenerational group bringing preschoolers and older community members together through play, laughter and conversation.

πŸš› Class 2 Heavy Traffic Licence
Ready to level up your licence and career opportunities? This two-day course includes theory, training and assessment for heavy rigid vehicles.

πŸš— Street Talk Defensive Driving
A practical course designed to help drivers identify hazards, build confidence and improve safe driving skills. Bonus: it can reduce restricted licence time too.

⛑️ St John Level 1 First Aid
Learn practical first aid and CPR skills to confidently respond to emergencies at home, work or in the community. Hopefully you’ll never need it - but if you do, future-you will be very grateful.

🚜 Forklift (OSH) & β€˜F’ Endorsement Course
Gain the skills and certification to safely operate a forklift in the workplace β€” and on the road if completing the endorsement. A great practical course.

πŸ“š NCEA 4 U Winton
A relaxed and supportive learning environment for parents, caregivers and community members wanting to gain Level 1, 2 or 3 NCEA credits. Subjects range from English and Digital Technology to Art, Accounting and more.

πŸ—£οΈ Conversational English
Friendly, informal sessions to practice speaking English, build confidence and connect with others over tea, coffee and conversation. Everyone welcome.

To sign up for any of these courses head to: https://www.reap.co.nz/centralsouthland

or you can email [email protected] or freephone 0800 111 117.

FIORDLAND: Are you looking to build your skills, gain a qualification, or get ahead on your licence journey?We've got so...
08/06/2026

FIORDLAND: Are you looking to build your skills, gain a qualification, or get ahead on your licence journey?

We've got some great courses coming up in Te Anau:

⛑️ St John Level 1 First Aid
πŸ“… Monday 27 JULY
Learn essential first aid and CPR skills that could make all the difference in an emergency.

🚜 Forklift (OSH) & F Endorsement
πŸ“… Tuesday 4 AUGUST
Whether you need forklift certification for work or want to gain your 'F' endorsement, this course can help get you job-ready.

πŸš— Street Talk Defensive Driving
πŸ“… 9, 14, 16, 21 SEPTEMBER
Improve your driving skills, boost your confidence on the road, and reduce the time spent on your restricted licence.

Spaces are limited, so get in quick!

Register online at https://www.reap.co.nz/fiordland or email [email protected] or freephone 0800 111 117.

Our Alternative Education students have been busy!They have had some fun exploring how everyday items can be given a sec...
08/06/2026

Our Alternative Education students have been busy!

They have had some fun exploring how everyday items can be given a second life through recycling and repurposing.

Using recycled plastic bottles, they created self-watering planters and planted a variety of herbs, learning about sustainability, gardening and reducing waste.

The creativity didn't stop there... plain T-shirts got a colourful makeover with some vibrant tie-dye designs, showing how old or unwanted clothing can be given a fresh new look instead of being thrown away.

These hands-on activities got everyone thinking differently about waste and proved that with a bit of imagination, ordinary items can be turned into something useful, unique and pretty awesome.

We love seeing the work these budding artists from Edendale Primary School - Southland are creating through our GATE Art...
01/06/2026

We love seeing the work these budding artists from Edendale Primary School - Southland are creating through our GATE Art classes. It's great to watch their creativity grow and see the pride they take in their artwork.

ONE SPOT LEFT!Turn your skills and talents into an income-generating side hustle. This practical 4 week online course gi...
24/05/2026

ONE SPOT LEFT!
Turn your skills and talents into an income-generating side hustle.
This practical 4 week online course gives you the tools and
confidence to get started. Learn from the comfort of your own home.

Head to https://www.reap.co.nz/online to sign up, or email [email protected] or freephone 0800 111 117.

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224 Great North Road
Winton
9720

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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