MoE Accredited Provider
MoE Accredited Provider
MoE Accredited 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.
12 days to the eventMon, 02 NovOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the first of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. Day 1 provides an introduction to the science of reading, key principles of Structured Literacy, and effective teaching practices. Build a strong foundation for literacy success with evidence-based strategies.
13 days to the eventTue, 03 NovOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the second of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. Day 2 focuses on developing strong literacy foundations through explicit teaching and formative assessment.
14 days to the eventWed, 04 NovOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the last of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. This workshop focuses on building strong literacy foundations for Years 0-3 learners, ensuring they can access Phase 1 teaching sequence skills.
15 days to the eventThu, 05 NovOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the last of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. Designed for Years 4-6 educators, focusing on ensuring all learners have strong literacy foundations to access Phase 2 teaching sequence skills.
16 days to the eventFri, 06 NovOnline Via ZoomThis third and final workshop is designed for Years 7-8 educators, focusing on ensuring all learners have the strong literacy foundations needed to access Phase 2 and 3 teaching sequence skills- 98 days to the eventWed, 27 JanSir Edmund Hillary CollegiateThis third and final workshop, focusing on ensuring all learners have the strong literacy foundations needed to access Phase 2 and 3 teaching sequence skills
Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopA deeper understanding of why, what and how of compliance/regulation - and the ways to mitigate non-compliance. How to create high quality practices with sound understanding
On RequestOnline or In-person TBDA 3 workshop Structured Literacy programme for schools, combining expert led PLD, practical strategies, and resources to build consistent, high impact literacy teaching across every classroom.
On RequestOnline or In-person TBDA 2-hour Structured Literacy refresher for experienced teachers, focused on real classroom strategies, expert discussion, and practical ways to refine and embed effective literacy practice.
On RequestOnline or In-person TBDThe essential knowledge and practices every teacher needs to deliver effective literacy instruction. Flexible delivery, online, in-person mixed workshops: or on-demand for schools and Kāhui Ako.
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.
Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopA deeper understanding of why, what and how of compliance/regulation - and the ways to mitigate non-compliance. How to create high quality practices with sound understanding
Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopWhat does it mean to document learning outcomes? Together we will explore a range of tools for developing learning outcomes for purposeful impact.
Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopA deeper understanding of effective internal evaluation that forms the basis for decision making that informs change and improvement
MoE Accredited Provider
MoE Accredited Provider
MoE Accredited Provider
- 12 days to the event02 Nov 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the first of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. Day 1 provides an introduction to the science of reading, key principles of Structured Literacy, and effective teaching practices. Build a strong foundation for literacy success with evidence-based strategies.
- 13 days to the event03 Nov 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the second of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. Day 2 focuses on developing strong literacy foundations through explicit teaching and formative assessment.
- 14 days to the event04 Nov 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the last of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. This workshop focuses on building strong literacy foundations for Years 0-3 learners, ensuring they can access Phase 1 teaching sequence skills.
- 15 days to the event05 Nov 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOnline Via ZoomJoin us for the last of a three-day professional learning series on Structured Literacy. Designed for Years 4-6 educators, focusing on ensuring all learners have strong literacy foundations to access Phase 2 teaching sequence skills.
- 16 days to the event06 Nov 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOnline Via ZoomThis third and final workshop is designed for Years 7-8 educators, focusing on ensuring all learners have the strong literacy foundations needed to access Phase 2 and 3 teaching sequence skills
- 98 days to the event27 Jan 2027, 9:00 am – 3:00 pmSir Edmund Hillary Collegiate, Ōtara, Auckland 2023, New ZealandThis third and final workshop, focusing on ensuring all learners have the strong literacy foundations needed to access Phase 2 and 3 teaching sequence skills
- Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopA deeper understanding of why, what and how of compliance/regulation - and the ways to mitigate non-compliance. How to create high quality practices with sound understanding
- On RequestOnline or In-person TBDA 3 workshop Structured Literacy programme for schools, combining expert led PLD, practical strategies, and resources to build consistent, high impact literacy teaching across every classroom.
- On RequestOnline or In-person TBDA 2-hour Structured Literacy refresher for experienced teachers, focused on real classroom strategies, expert discussion, and practical ways to refine and embed effective literacy practice.
- On RequestOnline or In-person TBDThe essential knowledge and practices every teacher needs to deliver effective literacy instruction. Flexible delivery, online, in-person mixed workshops: or on-demand for schools and Kāhui Ako.
- 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.
- Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopA deeper understanding of why, what and how of compliance/regulation - and the ways to mitigate non-compliance. How to create high quality practices with sound understanding
- Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopWhat does it mean to document learning outcomes? Together we will explore a range of tools for developing learning outcomes for purposeful impact.
- Date and time is TBDOnline WorkshopA deeper understanding of effective internal evaluation that forms the basis for decision making that informs change and improvement
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 Accredited Provider
MoE Accredited Provider
MoE Accredited Provider
Enrolments open for 2026 PLD
