researchED New Zealand

May 2026

Hosted by Long Bay College

In partnership with the New Zealand Initiative

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Long Bay College is thrilled to be hosting researchED New Zealand in 2026 – and we’d love for you to be part of it!

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WHAT IS researchED?

researchED is a global grassroots movement that connects educational research with classroom practice. It brings together teachers, academics, and policymakers to share evidence-informed ideas in a collaborative, accessible setting. Long Bay College is proud to host researchED New Zealand 2026, a day of rigorous and relevant professional learning for educators across all sectors, including primary, intermediate, secondary and tertiary.

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What's on

The day will feature keynotes, breakout sessions, and a panel discussion. Our presenters are being confirmed — stay tuned! We’ll be announcing speakers over the coming weeks.

If you’re interested in presenting, please see our “Interested in Presenting” section below.

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Tickets

Tickets are priced at $65 each. Places are limited so secure your ticket now, mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more updates

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Interested in Presenting?

We’re inviting educators, researchers, and thought leaders to submit an expression of interest to present at researchED New Zealand, hosted at Long Bay College on Saturday, 2 May 2026.

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What are we looking for?

  • Sessions on learning science, curriculum, assessment, pedagogy, or leadership.
  • Presentations relevant to primary, intermediate, and secondary educators.
  • Talks that are clear, practical, and encourage respectful dialogue.
  • A commitment to intellectual honesty and professional generosity.

Who can present?

Anyone passionate about bridging research and practice, classroom teachers, academics, school leaders, or those in teacher education. We welcome sessions that are evidence-based, practical, and accessible.

Session Format

Most sessions run for 30–45 minutes, including Q&A. AV support will be available.

Stay Connected

To keep up with announcements, speaker updates, and registration details for researchED New Zealand 2026, follow us across our professional networks:

We’ll also share updates via the Long Bay College website and through wider education networks. Whether you’re presenting, attending, or just curious, we’d love you to be part of the conversation.

Event News

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Tickets are now on sale

Long Bay College in Auckland will host researchED New Zealand on Saturday, 2 May 2026, and we’re excited to share that tickets are now on sale for $65.
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Announcing Associate Professor Tanya Evans as a speaker at researchED

We are pleased to welcome Tanya Evans, Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at University of Auckland | Waipapa Taumata Rau, as a featured speaker.
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Dr Nina Hood is speaking at researchED New Zealand

We are announce Nina Hood will be speaking at researchED. She is the founder of The Education Hub, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to bridging the gap between educational research and classroom practice.
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researchED is coming back to New Zealand!

Long Bay College in Auckland will host researchED New Zealand on Saturday, 2 May 2026.
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UK Behaviour Advisor Tom Bennett is Speaking at researchED NZ 2026

Tom Bennett, UK School Behaviour Advisor and founder of researchED, will keynote researchED New Zealand 2026, sharing evidence-based strategies to improve behaviour and learning.
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Professor Pamela Snow Announced as Keynote Speaker for researchED NZ 2026

Distinguished Professor Pamela Snow will keynote researchED New Zealand 2026, offering insights on evidence-based literacy and the vital link between research and classroom practice.
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Talking research informed practice

Our Head of Social Sciences, Claire Moorhead and Head of Chemistry, Brad Simmons, joined Senior Leaders Lauren Wing and James Heneghan for a chat about research informed practice and how it supports curriculum and pedagogy.
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researchED New Zealand: Where the science of learning meets the future of curriculum

There’s something quietly radical about a school opening its doors, not just to students, but to the wider profession. To ideas. To challenge. To dialogue. That’s exactly what we’re doing at Long Bay College as we prepare to host researchED New Zealand on Saturday, 2 May 2026.
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