All young
people in
Aotearoa
realise their
full potential
How we’re making a difference
Education Inequality
in New Zealand
Aotearoa has one of the highest levels of educational inequality in the developed world. We are working to help change this.
Our system doesn’t currently support all young people to flourish. While serving to benefit some, our society is failing thousands of young people who leave school each year without the most basic qualifications and what they need to live a full, happy and thriving life, including accessing further education and growing in a career they love.
The failure to meet the needs of all young people comes at a huge cost to the young person, the community they live in, and society as a whole. The barriers to realizing an equal society are many and complex, and to make the systemic change we need to achieve equality, we must address the causes at all levels.
Our Approach
We believe it is possible for all young people in Aotearoa to realise their full potential, on their own terms.
- We know that inspirational leadership, both inside and outside the classroom, is crucial for improving outcomes for our rangatahi. Therefore, our contribution is a sustainable national network, of community-driven leadership.
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Developing leaders in the classroom.
We provide an opportunity for exceptional people with a drive to help lead change, and a firm belief in the limitless potential of all young people, to make a commitment to addressing inequality. One of the ways we do this is through the Teach First NZ Programme. -
Building a movement for change
Our Kairapu community is a movement of individuals who are committed to social change, believe in our kaupapa and vision including participants and alumni of both our Teach First NZ Programme & Master of Community Action and Social Impact.
Annual Report
Our core mission has always been about working towards educational equity, ensuring that all young people in Aotearoa have the opportunity to realise their full potential.
We are pleased to share our latest Annual Report, a heartfelt reflection on this past year, and a renewed commitment to the journey ahead.
Inside you will find:
- Stories from our participants, kairapu/alumni, schools and communities that bring our mission and vision to life
- Data and insight that shows how our programmes are making an impact in schools and communities across Aotearoa
- A transparent financial snapshot and accountability to our supporters, showing how we are applying resources in service of our kaupapa
We invite you to explore the pages, engage with the stories and join us as we continue to paddle towards a future where all young people realise and fulfill their full potential.
Independent Evaluation of the Teach First NZ Programme
In 2024, Ako Mātātupu Teach First NZ received the highest rating in educational performance and self-assessment from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.
Across all indicators, NZQA’s External Evaluation and Review (EER) rated the organisations’s performance as Excellent, which included student achievement, outcomes for key stakeholders, programme design and delivery, student support, governance and management and compliance.
Education Pastoral Care Code
Education Pastoral Care Code
The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice serves as a regulatory framework established to safeguard the well-being and welfare of tertiary and international students within New Zealand’s education sector. This code sets forth a comprehensive set of guidelines, policies, and standards that tertiary education organizations must adhere to when delivering services to both domestic and international students.
Its primary objective is to ensure that students benefit from a superior standard of pastoral care, support, and a secure learning environment throughout their educational journey. The code is dedicated to upholding the rights and protecting the interests of learners by advocating for ethical conduct and responsible practices among educational providers.
