University of Otago College of Education

07/09/2026

Upcoming Research Seminar - 10 September
Outside, alongside and inside: A Dunedin-Otago lens on the ‘choppy seas’ of early childhood qualifications
Presenter: Helen May is Emeritus Professor, University of Otago

07/09/2026

Free seminar and workshop with Kate De Goldi on the final day of the 150th celebrations on Sunday, 18 October 2026.

You do not have to attend any of the other 150th celebrations to attend.

06/09/2026

Research Seminar - 12 October
Navigating the latest Curriculum Refresh from within the North-East
Presenter: Russell Bishop

24/08/2026

150 years of teacher education in Ōtepoti Dunedin!

The full programme is now LIVE for our 150 Years of Teacher Education celebrations, 16–18 October 2026.

Come along to reconnect with old friends and colleagues, revisit the College, reminisce, and celebrate the people and stories that have shaped teacher education in Dunedin.

⏰ Earlybird registrations close Tuesday 1 September!

👀 View the programme:
https://events.otago.ac.nz/education150/programme

🎟️ Register here:
https://events.otago.ac.nz/education150/register

Know someone who studied or worked at the College? Tag them or share this post — we’d love to welcome as many former students, staff, teachers and friends back as possible! 💙💛

22/08/2026

E poho kererū ana mātou ki a koutou kua whakawhiti i te atamira whakapōtaetanga i tēnei rā!

We are so proud of all of our graduates today. E rere koutou!

🎉🙌🏾♥️🚀

10/08/2026

The Education Gazette has recently shared a wonderful article “Dunedin celebrates 150 years of teacher education”, looking back over this history, from an original intake of just five men and 17 women, through generations of teachers, educators and leaders, to the College we know today.
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/articles/dunedin-celebrates-150-years-of-teacher-education/

Now it’s time to bring those generations back together! 💙💛

📅 16–18 October 2026
📍 University of Otago College of Education, Ōtepoti Dunedin
Register here: https://events.otago.ac.nz/education150/

The 150th reunion weekend will be a chance to reconnect with old friends and classmates, reminisce, revisit the College, share stories and celebrate the people who have shaped teacher education in Otago and beyond.

As Te Kura Ākau Taitoka – the University of Otago College of Education approaches its 150th anniversary, Education Gazette looks back at the origins of teacher education in Aotearoa New Zealand and the legacy of the country’s first training institution.

07/08/2026

Thinking about a career in Early Childhood Education?

An ECE qualification could be the perfect fit if you:
✅ Want to be part of the teaching profession
✅ Are fascinated by how children learn and develop
✅ Enjoy collaborating with families and communities

Make a real difference during some of the most important years in a child's life. Every day is an opportunity to support learning, growth, and belonging.

Passionate about children. Committed to communities. Make a difference. Every child, every day.

05/08/2026

Research Seminar - 26 August
150 Years of Teacher Education in Otago 1876 - 2026
Around the Midpoint
Presenter: Lester Flockton, PhD.

04/08/2026

Information evening this Thursday 6th August 7pm College of Education Invercargill, 100 Nelson Street. Come along and find out about our teaching programmes

04/08/2026

Kapa Haka practice starts tomorrow night at 6… see you then