Niho Taniwha introduction workshop

Improving teaching and learning for ākonga Māori

This workshop will explore the Niho Taniwha model - a kaupapa Māori inquiry journey - and give you an opportunity to unpack some of the capabilities required to support ākonga Māori to thrive.

Over the course of the day, Dr Melanie Riwai-Couch's acclaimed book, Niho Taniwha, will be brought to life through engaging and thought-provoking professional learning.

Niho Taniwha supports you to:

  • know better, do better

  • lift where you stand

  • stand close together.

What to expect

  • One-day professional learning workshop. You will learn about and experience a range of evidence-based approaches

  • The opportunity to network with other educators in your area.

Who is this for?

School teachers and leaders.

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Your investment

  • Workshops are $385.00 + GST per person.

A 10% discount applies for three or more educators from the same school or kura.

We require a minimum number of participants for each workshop to proceed. We’ll confirm viability with all registered participants ten business days beforehand.

NOTE: Mana whenua are more than welcome to attend the workshops with you. Please contact us on info@evaluate.co.nz if you would like to invite hapū or iwi Māori to share in your school’s journey to improve teaching and learning for ākonga Māori.  We can arrange a place for free. 

12 May 2026
Wellington

Location: Wellington

Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Venue: TBC

09 June 2026
Waikato

Location: Hamilton

Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Venue: TBC

3 November 2026
Auckland

Location: Auckland

Time: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Venue: TBC

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