MoE Accreditied Provider
MoE Accreditied Provider
MoE Accreditied Provider
Our Facilitation Team
Your school will work with a national team of highly experienced facilitators, evaluators, and assessment specialists. Our facilitators bring postgraduate expertise in Assessment for Learning, evidence-informed practice, Science of Learning, Structured Literacy, and leadership capability building. Collectively, they have delivered 50+ assessment-focused PLD projects, supported thousands of teachers, and contributed to major national initiatives including SELO, Structured Literacy Approaches, Enriching Local Curriculum, and RAPLD Assessment PLD.
Selena Hinchco
Auckland
Louise Dempsey
Auckland
Trudy Francis
Manawatū
Brian Hinchco
Auckland
Dr Wayne Duncan
Southland
Jacque Allen
Auckland
Del Costello
Auckland
About the PD
Our Assessment PLD strengthens schoolwide assessment capability so teachers and leaders can make confident, evidence-informed decisions that accelerate learning.
Grounded in Assessment for Learning, the Science of Learning, and aligned with Te Mātaiaho and current Ministry priorities, our programme helps schools build clarity, consistency, and high-impact practice across classrooms.
Across every partnership, we begin with your data, your context, and your priorities. We work alongside leaders and teachers to co-design an approach that builds assessment literacy, develops robust systems, and ensures quality evidence is used to improve teaching and learning. Our facilitators bring extensive experience across RAPLD projects, Assessment for Learning, Structured Literacy Approaches, Visible Learning, and the implementation of national assessment tools and progressions.
Multiple Dates6 days to the eventMon, 19 JanMatamata-Piako Civic CentreThis interactive professional learning session builds on our previous exploration of how tamariki learn to read, with a focus on practical strategies and tools to support early literacy development in early childhood settings.
Multiple Dates6 days to the eventMon, 19 JanOnline via ZoomDeveloping and Documenting Early Literacy Learning Outcomes
Multiple Dates17 days to the eventFri, 30 JanRed Beach Surf ClubUnpacking the MOE Early Literacy Resource Kete on Kōwhiti Whakapae and Creating a Language Rich Environment.
Multiple Dates29 days to the eventWed, 11 FebOnline via ZoomDiscover the six key phonological awareness skills that help set tamariki up for success in literacy. These are fun, practical child-friendly learning activities that tamariki and teachers both enjoy and are easily incorporated into your early literacy programme.
Multiple Dates30 days to the eventThu, 12 FebOnyx, CambridgeThis in-person ECE PLD workshop explores how mathematical concepts are embedded in children’s everyday experiences and play. Participants will learn to recognise and nurture early mathematical thinking, with a focus on the four sub-areas.
Multiple Dates36 days to the eventWed, 18 FebOnline via ZoomIn this workshop, you will learn, with modelled lessons, lesson practices, and teaching videos, how to teach the alphabet sounds, and reading and writing the letters too. A fun, practical course with lots of tips and free downloads.
Multiple Dates44 days to the eventThu, 26 FebOnline via ZoomIn this interactive and practical workshop, participants will unpack the power of oral storytelling to support oral language and communication development, tamariki confidence, whānau connection and a sense of belonging.
Multiple Dates49 days to the eventTue, 03 MarTakapuna Boating ClubIn this interactive and practical workshop, participants will unpack the power of oral storytelling to support oral language and communication development, tamariki confidence, whānau connection and a sense of belonging.
Multiple Dates58 days to the eventThu, 12 MarOnline via ZoomIn this interactive and practical workshop, participants will unpack the Early Literacy and Oral Language area of Kōwhiti Whakapae. We will explore three elements of early literacy (oral language, early phonemic awareness and print knowledge and preparing to write)
Multiple Dates77 days to the eventTue, 31 MarOnline via ZoomAn overview of the steps involved in the planning process and how these are made meaningful and efficient.
Multiple Dates114 days to the eventThu, 07 MayOnline via ZoomIn this workshop participants will learn about the importance of "The Science of Reading" and effective teacher practice in early literacy and unpack the strengths that language diversity and language learning provides for tamariki.
Multiple Dates118 days to the eventMon, 11 MayTakapuna Boating ClubThis in-person ECE PLD workshop explores how oral language and early literacy can be powerful tools for supporting social and emotional learning. Kaiako will consider ways to integrate Te Reo Māori and children’s home languages into daily practice, valuing linguistic diversity beyond functional use.
3x Online Dates TBDOnline Via ZoomUnderstanding the Changes to the Codes and Standards Are you aware of the upcoming changes to the Codes and Standards? Get prepared with our focused, practical workshop series — designed to help educators, leaders, and ECE Centres navigate the changes with clarity and confidence.
2025 Date and time is TBDAucklandA series of workshops for Overseas Trained Teachers and Teachers Returning to the Kiwi Primary Classroom
Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopDiscover the six key phonological awareness skills that help set tamariki up for success in literacy. These are fun, practical child-friendly learning activities that tamariki and teachers both enjoy and are easily incorporated into your early literacy programme. Links to Te Whariki.
Date and time is TBDAucklandA series of workshops for Overseas Trained Teachers and Teachers Returning to the Kiwi Secondary Classroom
Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopAre you running transition-to-school programmes and/or want training on how to teach children the sounds and letters of the alphabet?
Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopWhat is the Science of Learning? Why is everyone talking about it? In this informative workshop we will explore the key research and principles of the Science of Learning. We will unpack what it can look like and sound like in early childhood settings.
MoE Accreditied Provider
MoE Accreditied Provider
MoE Accreditied Provider
- Multiple Dates6 days to the event19 Jan 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmMatamata-Piako Civic Centre, 11 Tainui Street, Matamata 3400, New ZealandThis interactive professional learning session builds on our previous exploration of how tamariki learn to read, with a focus on practical strategies and tools to support early literacy development in early childhood settings.
- Multiple Dates6 days to the event19 Jan 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmOnline via ZoomDeveloping and Documenting Early Literacy Learning Outcomes
- Multiple Dates17 days to the event30 Jan 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmRed Beach Surf Club, Ngapara Street, Red Beach 0932, New ZealandUnpacking the MOE Early Literacy Resource Kete on Kōwhiti Whakapae and Creating a Language Rich Environment.
- Multiple Dates29 days to the event11 Feb 2026, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pmOnline via ZoomDiscover the six key phonological awareness skills that help set tamariki up for success in literacy. These are fun, practical child-friendly learning activities that tamariki and teachers both enjoy and are easily incorporated into your early literacy programme.
- Multiple Dates30 days to the event12 Feb 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOnyx, Cambridge, 70 Alpha Street, Cambridge 3434, New ZealandThis in-person ECE PLD workshop explores how mathematical concepts are embedded in children’s everyday experiences and play. Participants will learn to recognise and nurture early mathematical thinking, with a focus on the four sub-areas.
- Multiple Dates36 days to the event18 Feb 2026, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pmOnline via ZoomIn this workshop, you will learn, with modelled lessons, lesson practices, and teaching videos, how to teach the alphabet sounds, and reading and writing the letters too. A fun, practical course with lots of tips and free downloads.
- Multiple Dates44 days to the event26 Feb 2026, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pmOnline via ZoomIn this interactive and practical workshop, participants will unpack the power of oral storytelling to support oral language and communication development, tamariki confidence, whānau connection and a sense of belonging.
- Multiple Dates49 days to the event03 Mar 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmTakapuna Boating Club, 39 The Strand, Takapuna, Beach 0622, New ZealandIn this interactive and practical workshop, participants will unpack the power of oral storytelling to support oral language and communication development, tamariki confidence, whānau connection and a sense of belonging.
- Multiple Dates58 days to the event12 Mar 2026, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pmOnline via ZoomIn this interactive and practical workshop, participants will unpack the Early Literacy and Oral Language area of Kōwhiti Whakapae. We will explore three elements of early literacy (oral language, early phonemic awareness and print knowledge and preparing to write)
- Multiple Dates77 days to the event31 Mar 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmOnline via ZoomAn overview of the steps involved in the planning process and how these are made meaningful and efficient.
- Multiple Dates114 days to the event07 May 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmOnline via ZoomIn this workshop participants will learn about the importance of "The Science of Reading" and effective teacher practice in early literacy and unpack the strengths that language diversity and language learning provides for tamariki.
- Multiple Dates118 days to the event11 May 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmTakapuna Boating Club, 39 The Strand, Takapuna, Beach 0622, New ZealandThis in-person ECE PLD workshop explores how oral language and early literacy can be powerful tools for supporting social and emotional learning. Kaiako will consider ways to integrate Te Reo Māori and children’s home languages into daily practice, valuing linguistic diversity beyond functional use.
- 3x Online Dates TBDOnline Via ZoomUnderstanding the Changes to the Codes and Standards Are you aware of the upcoming changes to the Codes and Standards? Get prepared with our focused, practical workshop series — designed to help educators, leaders, and ECE Centres navigate the changes with clarity and confidence.
- 2025 Date and time is TBDAuckland, 38 Saint Johns Road, St Johns, Auckland 1072, New ZealandA series of workshops for Overseas Trained Teachers and Teachers Returning to the Kiwi Primary Classroom
- Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopDiscover the six key phonological awareness skills that help set tamariki up for success in literacy. These are fun, practical child-friendly learning activities that tamariki and teachers both enjoy and are easily incorporated into your early literacy programme. Links to Te Whariki.
- Date and time is TBDAuckland, 38 Saint Johns Road, St Johns, Auckland 1072, New ZealandA series of workshops for Overseas Trained Teachers and Teachers Returning to the Kiwi Secondary Classroom
- Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopAre you running transition-to-school programmes and/or want training on how to teach children the sounds and letters of the alphabet?
- Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopWhat is the Science of Learning? Why is everyone talking about it? In this informative workshop we will explore the key research and principles of the Science of Learning. We will unpack what it can look like and sound like in early childhood settings.
Our Facilitation Team:
Selena Hinchco, Jacque Allen, Brian Hinchco, Dr Wayne Duncan, Louise Dempsey, Del Costello, Trudy Francis.
Each school receives a tailored sequence of on-site support designed to build sustainable, high-impact practice.
Across the year, PLD days may include:
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Baseline evidence gathering, including data, voice, and capability rubrics
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Co-constructed Theory of Change and action planning
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Practical workshops on Assessment for Learning, clarity tools, feedback, learner agency, and effective use of data
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Classroom modelling, co-teaching, walkthroughs, and practice analysis conversations
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Moderation of student work and analysis of progress patterns
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Leadership coaching for senior and team leaders
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System strengthening: schedules, expectations, and assessment processes that support consistency and quality
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Schools participate in a series of facilitated Communities of Practice (CoPs) that foster collective expertise, shared expectations, and consistent practice across teams. CoPs provide opportunities for:
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Collaborative inquiry using real school data and artefacts
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Moderation across levels and teams
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Joint problem-solving and evaluative thinking
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Reflective discussions on impact and shifts in practice
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Strengthening alignment between curriculum, learning progressions, and assessment tools
These sessions ensure that teachers and leaders build a shared language of quality teaching and learning, and that progress is visible and understood across the school.
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Our PLD includes access to a full set of purpose-built tools, rubrics, and digital resources designed by the Coactive Design Team. These support schools to implement consistent, high-quality assessment systems.
Resources include:
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Teacher and leader capability rubrics
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Assessment for Learning tools (learning intentions, success criteria, feedback frameworks)
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Data analysis templates
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Moderation tools and exemplars
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Walkthrough and observation frameworks
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Coaching templates and inquiry tools
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MoE Accreditied Provider
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Expressions of interest open for 2026 PLD
