Practice, Curriculum & Pedagogy

Te Mahi Whakaako, Te Marautanga me te Tikanga Whakaako

The "How" of Teaching.

We bridge the gap between educational theory and classroom reality. Our focus is on equipping educators with high-impact, evidence-based practices that improve student outcomes and appreciate the complexities of teaching.

Bespoke

CONSULTANCY

Tailored support to sustain best practice and drive improvement in your school.

Our consultancy services include Instructional Coaching & Observation, Developing Teaching & Learning Frameworks, Implementing the Sciences of Learning, High-Impact Teaching Practices, AI Integration, Data & Assessment Capability and Facilitation of Staff Professional Learning and Development 

Practice, Curriculum & Pedagogy

WORKSHOPS

Our workshops, covering areas like the Science of Learning and Structured Literacy, are designed to provide immediate, actionable strategies for educators and leaders. 

Workshops take place around New Zealand and throughout the year.

PRACTICE, CURRICULUM & PEDAGOGY

Bespoke Consultancy

We provide tailored support to sustain best practice and drive improvement in your school.

We partner with your leadership team to co-construct solutions that fit your specific context. Our consultancy services include:

Instructional Coaching & Observation

Implementing coaching cycles and conducting constructive class observations to elevate teaching standards.

Developing Teaching & Learning Frameworks

Creating cohesive school-wide pedagogical models that ensure consistency and quality across all classrooms.

Implementing the Sciences of Learning

Guiding the strategic rollout of science learning principles into daily planning and delivery.

High Impact Teaching Practices

Training staff in specific, proven strategies (such as explicit instruction or feedback loops) that yield the highest return on student achievement.

AI Integration

Strategic consulting on using AI tools for effective teaching and workflow efficiency.

Data & Assessment Capability

Supporting teams in using data effectively, measuring progress and achievement, and strengthening assessment literacy.

Facilitation of Staff Professional Learning and Development

Engaging, custom-designed sessions for your staff development days.

Coaching Nicky Knight

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PRACTICE, CURRICULUM & PEDAGOGY

Workshops

Teachers are currently navigating a complex landscape, often balancing diverse learning needs with the pressure of new technology. Our workshops are designed to clear the path. We help you align your teaching with how the brain actually works so learning is retained, provide the explicit tools needed to lift literacy levels for struggling students, and demystify AI so it becomes a time-saver rather than a stressor. Our goal is to replace overwhelm with evidence-based strategies that actually work in a busy classroom.

 

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Find your 2026 Practice, Curriculum & Pedagogy Workshop

School Level

School Level
  • Primary (7)
  • Secondary (5)

Who is this for?

Who is it for?
  • Middle Leaders (4)
  • Senior Leadership Team (4)
  • Principals (3)
  • Teachers (3)
  • Deans (2)
  • HODs (2)
  • Office (1)

Location

Location

This practical course covers EOTC safety systems, risk management and inclusive practices aligned with current national guidelines.

Who is this for?

Principals,Senior Leadership Team

Area of Learning:

Practice, Pedagogy & Curriculum

Dates and Locations:

Auckland – 27 Feb 2026 Christchurch – 4 May 2026 Dunedin – 8 May 2026 Wellington – 8 Jun 2026

Empowering school administration and front-office staff to strengthen customer service, communication, teamwork and wellbeing.

Who is this for?

Office

Area of Learning:

Practice, Pedagogy & Curriculum

Dates and Locations:

Auckland - 5 Mar 2026 Palmerston North - 22 Apr 2026 Auckland - 20 Aug 2026

Gain practical, science-backed strategies you can apply immediately to boost student engagement, reduce cognitive overload and improve learner outcomes.

Who is this for?

Deans,HODs,Middle Leaders,Principals,Senior Leadership Team,Teachers

Area of Learning:

Practice, Pedagogy & Curriculum

Dates and Locations:

Auckland - 18 Mar 2026 Palmerston North - 23 Apr 2026 Whāngarei - 27 May 2026 Christchurch - 8 June 2026 Online - 22 Oct 2026

Use assessment tools to shift from evidence to impact by mastering the new SMART assessment tool, leveraging AI and building coherent schoolwide systems.

Who is this for?

Middle Leaders,Senior Leadership Team

Area of Learning:

Practice, Pedagogy & Curriculum

Dates and Locations:

Auckland – 25 Mar & 26 Mar 2026 Auckland - 27 Aug & 28 Aug 2026

A practical two-day programme that turns Structured Literacy knowledge into effective classroom practice, giving teachers the tools and confidence to lift comprehension and achievement for older learners.

Who is this for?

Teachers

Area of Learning:

Practice, Pedagogy & Curriculum

Dates and Locations:

Whāngarei - 23 Apr 2026

Explore AI tools like Curipod, School AI and Notebook LM and learn how to confidently integrate AI into your classroom practice.

Who is this for?

Middle Leaders

Area of Learning:

Practice, Pedagogy & Curriculum

Dates and Locations:

Auckland - 4 May 2026

Strengthen teacher conversations and make observations purposeful to drive positive shifts in teaching and learning practice.

Who is this for?

Deans,HODs,Middle Leaders,Principals,Senior Leadership Team,Teachers

Area of Learning:

Coaching, Practice, Pedagogy & Curriculum

Dates and Locations:

Auckland - 6 & 7 May 2026 Christchurch - 10 & 11 Jun 2026

How We Support Schools

Leadership & Coaching

Kaiārahitanga

Appointments

Whakatūranga

Practice, Curriculum & Pedagogy

Tikanga, Marautanga me te Ako

Strategy, Review & Evaluation

Arotake