ABOUT US

Introduction

We are adult learning centres, which are owned by General Manager Cheree Menzies. We promote a philosophy of self-management enabled through quality staff, quality systems and a passion for learning.

We provide comfortable and friendly learning environments to assist learners to gain foundation skills necessary for today's workplace. In addition to foundation skills, FEATS offers entry-level industry qualifications preparing learners for their chosen career path.

Taranaki FEATS also works in partnership with VLS (Vocational Literacy Specialists) offering literacy and numeracy training to improve our provision for our learners.

Mission Statement

"Seek Distant Horizons" by assisting our local community through upskilling learners to better meet the needs of employers as well as to prepare the learners for higher level training. This is adapted from our given Maori name Pae Tawhiti meaning, "seek ye distant horizons and hold to them steadfastly".

Values

• Provide a supportive, dynamic team
• To help our learners discover their potential
• A history of proven success
• Successful training leading to positive outcomes
• To encourage life long learning in a friendly, fun environment
• Promoting the enjoyment of learning and self development

Staff

Owner/General Manager - Cheree Menzies

Facilitators

• Brian Sharpe    (General Trades)
• Elaine Were    (Service Industries)
• Vicky Andreoli    (Flexi Youth Training)
• Matt    (Commercial Cookery and Hospitality)