Supporting Educators to take learning outdoors

Good Practice EOTC for NZ Schools

Supporting Educators to take learning outdoors

Good Practice EOTC for NZ Schools

Through good practice guidance, PLD and resources, we empower schools to weave EOTC into their curriculum, enriching education while deepening students' connection to te taiao.

Bring Outdoor Ed Back In

The National EOTC Coordinator Network

Are you the EOTC Coordinator or responsible for EOTC in your school or organisation?
Register now for free to stay up to date with current good practice, guidance, and the latest EOTC news.

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TUIA KI TAWHITI CONFERENCE 2026

Tuia ki Tawhiti brings together educators from across Aotearoa who are passionate about supporting the wellbeing, learning and development of young people through Health, Physical Education and Outdoor Education. Whether you're a primary teacher integrating these areas into your classroom programme or a secondary specialist working in a particular subject area, you'll find practical workshops, inspiring speakers and valuable opportunities to connect, learn and share ideas with colleagues from across the motu.

The Tuia ki Tawhiti Conference 2026 will be held at Mount Albert Grammar School, Auckland, on 6–7 July 2026.

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What We Do

Empowering Educators through PLD

Whether you’re new to Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC) or looking to deepen your expertise, our workshops are here to support you. Designed to inspire and equip educators, they focus on practical skills, current best practices in risk management, and providing up-to-date knowledge on all things EOTC.

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School Support for EOTC and Safety Management

We help schools and educators bring outdoor learning to life with expert guidance and practical solutions. Explore our support options to enhance teaching, manage EOTC safely, and create meaningful outdoor experiences.

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Resources to support educators with all things EOTC

Explore our inspiring, evidence-informed resources to support EOTC and outdoor education, from pedagogy to safety management. Find practical guidance to enhance teaching, curriculum development, and best practice in outdoor learning.

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Become a Member

Join a supportive network of educators passionate about outdoor learning help akōnga thrive in their Education Outside the Classroom. EONZ membership gives you access to resources, professional development, and helps strengthen EOTC across Aotearoa.

 

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Advocacy

Save Outdoor Education Campaign and Petition

On 21 October 2025, we presented the Save Outdoor Education petition with 53,500 signatures on the steps of Parliament. Possibly the largest education petition in Aotearoa's history! Thank you to everyone who has supported us thus far. We will continue to advocate in this space. To look back or to find out more about the campaign and petition, click the button below.

Campaign Update Page See the Petition

Phase 1–4 Curriculum Consultation

Changes to the Years 0–10 curriculum were open for consultation in April 2026. This included how Outdoor Education was positioned within Health and Physical Education.

We’re pleased to see Outdoor Education included, and we developed recommended changes to strengthen the proposed knowledge and practice.

Submissions closed in April. You can see our thoughts on the following consultation page.

View Consultation and EONZ Proposed Changes

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Networks of Expertise

We are proud to be part of the Networks of Expertise, a collaborative initiative funded by the Ministry of Education to support and empower teachers through subject-specific support. Our involvement in this network enables us to provide high-quality resources, guidance, and tailored PLD opportunities to help teachers deliver safe, engaging, and effective outdoor education and EOTC experiences across Aotearoa.