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FREE Regional Structured Literacy Community Afternoons

Overview

Run by our consultants, these free regional community afternoons are designed for school leaders, teachers, and principals at any stage of their Structured Literacy journey. Whether you have just completed Ministry-funded 0–8 PLD, are self-implementing, are further along in your implementation journey, or are seeking additional support, these afternoons are for you. Come along to connect, learn, and discuss your literacy implementation pathway.

What You’ll Learn 

  • Build your knowledge around effective Structured Literacy implementation.

  • Gain practical tips and strategies shared by our consultants.

  • Learn from teachers and leaders as they share their real-world implementation experiences.

  • See live lesson modelling in action and have the opportunity to ask questions.

  • Engage in collaborative discussions to support your literacy journey.

Why Attend

These free regional community afternoons offer the chance to connect with others at different stages of their Structured Literacy journey. You'll strengthen your understanding of best practices, gather practical ideas and inspiration, and receive valuable support to refine your implementation pathway. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to build relationships and be part of a growing community committed to creating lasting change through Structured Literacy.

Who Should Attend

These afternoons are ideal for school leaders, teachers, and principals who are at any stage of their Structured Literacy journey. Whether you have just completed Ministry-funded 0–8 PLD, are self-implementing, are further along in your implementation, or are seeking additional support, you are more than encouraged to attend.

Locations and Dates

Term 4 locations & dates

New Plymouth (Bell Block)

Date: 21 October 2025
Venue: Bell Block School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Canterbury (Christchurch Central City)

Date: 29 October 2025
Venue: St Mary's School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Wellington (Lower Hutt)

Date: 29 October 2025
Venue: Epuni School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Southland (Tuatapere)

Date: 30 October 2025
Venue: Waiau Area School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

North Canterbury (Rangiora)

Date: 30 October 2025
Venue: Ashley Rakahuri School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Bay of Plenty (Mount Maunganui)

Date: 3 November 2025
Venue: St Thomas More Catholic School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Northland (Whāngarei)

Date: 4 November 2025
Venue: St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Northern Southland (Lumsden)

Date: 4 November 2025
Venue: Lumsden School
Time: 3.45PM – 5PM

Wellington (Porirua)

Date: 6 November 2025
Venue: Plimmerton School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Waikato (Te Aroha)

Date: 11 November 2025
Venue: Te Aroha Primary School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Wairarapa (Masterton)

Date: 13 November 2025
Venue: Hadlow Preparatory School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Nelson (Mapua)

Date: 17 November 2025
Venue: Mapua School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM

Nelson (Nelson Central)

Date: 18 November 2025
Venue: Hampden Street School
Time: 3.30PM – 5PM