Puatala and Tangaroa College: Building Mindset Muscles for the Future

Puatala would like to acknowledge Tangaroa College for welcoming us into their school community and allowing us to be part of their students’ journey. At Puatala, our work goes beyond delivering programmes — it’s about building mindset muscles. The real measure of success isn’t grades or accolades, but whether students believe they can grow, adapt, and overcome challenges.

More Than a Course: It’s About Growth

The Incomparable Gateway Programme is designed to go beyond traditional education by focusing on personal growth and confidence-building. Working alongside Tangaroa College, Puatala supports students to develop essential soft skills such as communication, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving — skills that are critical for success at school, in further education, and in the workforce.

The programme takes a holistic approach to youth development, creating a supportive environment where students feel capable and encouraged to step outside their comfort zones. It’s a space where students are guided to explore their strengths, develop resilience, and prepare for future pathways.

The Real Win: Belief in Yourself

For Puatala, the most rewarding part of this work is seeing students begin to believe in their own potential. Success isn’t defined solely by academic results, but by developing a mindset that says, “I can do this.” Through practical experiences and guidance from mentors, the Incomparable Gateway Programme helps students build confidence, persistence, and self-belief.

Puatala is proud to support Tangaroa College and looks forward to continuing this partnership as students grow, develop, and build their futures.