NZTC News
Nate Mathieson’s NZTC Journey
NZTC graduate Nate Mathieson found his passion for early childhood education after an unexpected career change. He shares how flexible online study, supportive lecturers, and culturally responsive practice have shaped his journey and future plans.
Step towards teacher registration in 2026 with reduced fees
For a limited time in 2026, NZTC is offering reduced fees across its early childhood education programmes.
From Passion to Purpose: Navpreet Kaur’s Journey with New Zealand Tertiary College
Navpreet Kaur’s journey to becoming an early childhood teacher was guided by her passion for supporting children’s learning. Her article explores her experience studying with NZTC and how her studies have shaped her teaching practice.
Nidhi Sharma's transformation into a registered ECE teacher
Nidhi shares her pathway to becoming a registered early childhood teacher, balancing full-time work and study through NZTC Online.
Awn San’s Inspiring Early Childhood Education Journey with NZTC
Meet Awn San — an aspiring early childhood teacher whose journey from Myanmar to Aotearoa is filled with courage, kindness, and a deep respect for every child’s potential.
Jacinta Hirst’s journey to leadership in ECE
When Jacinta (Cinta) Hirst welcomed her daughter into the world during the 2020 lockdown, she had no idea the experience would spark a life-changing passion for early childhood education.
Why Sensory Play Matters: Building Strong Foundations for Learning in Early Childhood
Sensory play is often described as messy, playful, and child-led — but its impact on learning runs far deeper.
Why Music and Movement are Fundamental to Early Childhood Learning
Music and movement together act as more than entertainment — they are powerful learning tools. Maddie Hendrie, lecturer at NZTC, argues that dance isn’t merely rhythmic motion paired with music, but a rich educational medium that supports children’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional learning.