School Aquaponics
Programme
We handle the engineering and curriculum design; you provide the space for rangatahi to lead.
STEM in Action
Biology, Chemistry, and Engineering integrated into a single living classroom. Authentic learning with visible, edible results.
Kaitiakitanga
Grounding sustainability in Tikanga Māori. Connecting rangatahi to food sovereignty and environmental guardianship.
95% Water Savings
A closed-loop system that produces more food with 95% less water than traditional soil-based gardening.
Transparent Investment
We remove the financial mystery. Our package includes everything needed for a high-performance, long-term educational hub.
| Hardware & Support Items | Details | Cost (Excl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Fish & Sump Tanks | Heavy-duty aquaculture grade | $1,074.78 |
| Filtration Systems | Bio-mechanical & Solids removal | $800.87 |
| Plumbing, Fittings & Valves | Hansen fittings, LDPE & DWV piping | $2,451.74 |
| Build Time & Facilitated Instruction | 10 hours expert onsite support | $3,913.04 |
| Educational Resources | Curriculum-aligned guides | $600.00 |
| Miscellaneous Equipment | Testing kits & start-up seeds | $170.43 |
| Subtotal | $9,010.86 | |
| GST (15%) | $1,351.629 | |
| Total Investment | $10,362.489 | |
Charity Funding Support
As a registered charity (CC61191), NexGen Kai actively assists schools with grant applications and community funding pathways. Most partner schools successfully subsidize a significant portion of the system through local gaming trusts and community grants.
Operational Excellence
Busy staff shouldn't be systems engineers. We handle the heavy lifting so teachers can focus on the education.
Kaikōura High School
1 Rorrisons Road, Kaikōura
The Impact
"Partnering with NexGen Kai allowed us to move beyond textbooks. Our rangatahi are now managing complex chemical balances and seeing the immediate reward of fresh kai they grew themselves."
100%
Engagement Rate
STEM
Aligned Content
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