Open Day 10 July
DNA is now on Roblox, click below to login, take a tour, and meet DNA team members.
Why join us?
Because our results speak for themselves. 92% of the young people in our programme successfully transition into employment, further training, or education. We maintain a programme completion rate of 88.24% across NZQA Levels 1-3, and our attendance consistently tracks at 75-80%, well above the national average for this cohort.
We don’t just engage, we create real pathways and measurable outcomes for young people who need us most.
Start your Journey
Build confidence and skills with Foundations+, your first step into digital and creative tech. Progress into NZQA Levels 1-3 and unlock new opportunities.
Explore your Creativity
Dive into storytelling, content creation, illustration, and graphic design. Develop hands-on skills and bring your ideas to life as you progress.
Future-Proof your Skills
Learn coding, AI, and cybersecurity with real-world projects. Build the foundations for a future in software dev, machine learning, and security.
FIND SANCTUARY
Find your People
At Native Tech, you’re not just learning—you’re home. With skilled mentors, the latest tech, and a supportive whānau, our campus is a sanctuary where you can grow, create, and thrive.
Elevate your Learning
Gain in-demand skills, earn qualifications, in an innovative and creative space, and grow with hands-on experience, industry mentors, and full wrap-around support.
NATIVE TECH
Campus
Located in the heart of Rotorua, Native Tech is Digital Natives Academy's most innovative programme to date providing 1,170 sqm of space alongside high spec computers, VR heatsets and expert mentors and navigators working with young people to help illuminate education, career and training pathways.
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Revolutionising Digital & Creative Tech Education
Digital & Creative Tech Programme
Our next intake is 28 July 2025.
Learners should be 15-24 and based in Rotorua and have no existing qualifications. An interest in digital and creative tech (game dev, video editing, drawing, esports, gaming, design, art, photography, business) is critical. For entry requirements for these accredited programmes, please view our course prospectus. *15 year olds will be considered but they must have an Early Learning Exemption from MOE to enrol.
Our programme runs from 10am-3pm, Monday - Friday (with afternoons open for projects) and Fridays for wellbeing. The programme is 20 weeks long (with 4 weeks of holiday time). There will be 2 intakes each year.
No cost, our programme is free.