Registrations for 2026 Kōtui Ako Primary programmes are open!

Extend your school curriculum and enable your ākonga to build key competencies and connect with others from around Aotearoa. Registrations are open now!

Our tamariki are Engaged, Connected  and Purposeful Learners

Engaged | Whakahihiko

Marco students in Spanish class — Image by: Rachel Whalley

Students learn what they’re interested in! Choose from many different languages including te reo Māori and NZSL, plus a range of classes in maths and science, literacy, digital technology, creative arts and more.

Connected | Whakahonohono 

Lake Rerewhakaaitu German class

Meet and learn alongside tamariki from around Aotearoa via Zoom each week. Learn as a class, in small groups or individuals. eTeachers share their knowledge and students share learning with school and whānau!

Purposeful | Whakamārohi 

Lucie & Halfmoon Bay School Students – Digital Technologies Class

Students are supported to develop digital skills and become familiar with a range of tools as they learn interactively on Zoom. Programmes spark passions to take learning further.

Celebration of Learning

Check out examples of our ākonga’s learning:

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2022

Recognising achievement and excellence for online ākonga

Did you know that any school, any learner can participate in Kōtui Ako Virtual Learning Network Aotearoa? 

By contributing a teacher or resourcing a programme your ākonga can choose from a wide range of learning opportunities shared through our network. We would love you to participate!

Contact [email protected] with any queries.

Below are case studies that illustrates how schools participate in Kōtui Ako VLN (Primary).