Y Education is part of the Y movement in New Zealand which is all about tāngata and empowering communities' and people.
We believe the greatest support you can have, is the support from other people behind you. To be backed by someone. When you have that kind of support, anything is possible.
Every young tāngata deserves the chance to be educated and shape their future. That’s why we’ve created a unique approach to education, designed specifically for youth who want more than the traditional school system offers.
We are on a journey to guide young tāngata toward positive outcomes through unique educational experiences. We understand that everyone’s path is different, and by elevating mana, we change learner’s lives for the good.
At Y Education, you’ll find a supportive environment where your tutors will have your back. It’s a place where you can learn in a way that makes sense to you, pursue what excites you, and gain the qualifications that open doors to meaningful careers.
At Y Education, you can discover who you want to be. At Y Education, we believe in you.
For more information about the Y in New Zealand see the YMCA site here.
Our team are here for the next generation. We’re proud of our learners, and we’re proud of what we do. We work across the country in different locations and as part of separate YMCA organisations, all making up one national Education team, creating better futures for the next generation.
Our National Y Education Team are responsible for the oversight and management of Y Education.
Leona van der Heyden
General Manager
Fiona Breen
Academic and Quality Manager
Millie Mischefski
Education Coordinator
David Perry
Senior Data Analyst
Y Education is part of the wider YMCA group. The YMCA PTE operates a NZQA and TEC approved subcontracting model. The National Council of YMCAs of New Zealand is a category 1 registered provider. NZQA is highly confident in the educational performance and self-assessment capability of our tertiary education organisation. Find relevant links below.
Dyslexia Friendly Charter
See Dyslexia Friendly Charter here
DFQM certificate
See DFQM certificate here
2024 Pastoral Care Attestation
See 2024 Pastoral Care Attestation here
2024 Pastoral Care Self-Review Summary
See 2024 Pastoral Care Self-Review Summary here
Students Complaints Policy
See Students Complaints Policy here
EER Report
Read our EER Report here