Growing Minds
Financial support for schools
We believe that every school in Auckland should be given the opportunity to visit Tiritiri Matangi, so in 2012, the Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi started a programme called ‘Growing Minds’ which has enabled thousands of children to visit this sanctuary. Schools with an Equity Index number (EQI) upward of 430 are invited to apply for Growing Minds funding.
How does it work?
The Growing Minds programme offers free travel for a maximum of 85 students from any one school and grants free ferry passage for one adult per six children.
The funding covers :
- Student ferry fare - usually $25
- Guiding fee - usually $2
What's not funded?
- The bus fare to and from the ferry
- Relief teachers for the day
- Additional ferry fare for adults above the 1:6 ratio.
Want to Apply?
If you would like to apply for funding under the Growing Minds programme, please complete the application form below and email to schoolbooking@tiritirimatangi.org.nz.
Would you like to help fund our Growing Minds programme?
We are always grateful to receive donations or sponsorship to help fund our Growing Minds programme. If you would like to support our Growing Minds programme please email the Guiding Manager on guiding@tiritirimatangi.org.nz or phone (09 476 0010, Weds – Sun).