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• Raising the profile of New Zealand English language offerings in Japan 

  To maximise the visit’s opportunity, ENZ organised a New Zealand English Language event at the New Zealand Embassy in Tokyo. The event brought together over 40 local education agents, schoolteachers, and government partners face-to-face with the New Zealand providers to learn about their study offerings and explore future collaboration opportunities.  

  

  Prospective students and their parents exploring English Language study options at the New Zealand English Language Fair.

  The following day, the New Zealand English Language Fair attracted 44 prospective students and families to speak with the English Language schools and gain a better understanding of their study offerings. 

  

  Prospective students and their parents exploring English Language study options at the New Zealand English Language Fair.

  The wider programme included a series of targeted events, school visits, and stakeholder meetings, all aimed at reconnecting with the market and exploring new partnership opportunities.   

  English New Zealand Executive Director, Kim Renner, said they were pleased to be back in Japan, marketing as a group.  

  “Japan is a key market for the English Language School sector. Our member schools have strong connections formed over many years with Japanese education agencies and institutions, and meeting face-to-face in market is invaluable,” she said. 

  “The events were a great success profiling both the English language sector and New Zealand as a destination for a high-quality study travel experience,” Kim added. 

  

  ENZ Business Development Manager Tomomi Kontani giving an update from ENZ and sharing the benefits of studying in New Zealand.

  Feedback from participating English Language Schools was also positive. One event participant said: “Agents and students asked focused questions, it was pleasing to see the high levels of interest studying at a New Zealand English Language School”. 

  The participating schools included: ABC College of English, Auckland Institute of Studies, Christchurch College of English, Languages International, Mount Maunganui Language Centre and Worldwide School of English. 

   

• New Zealand education fair caps off busy season of engagement in Thailand

  The New Zealand Education Fair 2025 at Samyan Mitrtown Hall attracted over 2,500 registrations and welcomed 1,763 visitors –   a 20% increase from the previous year.  

  

  New Zealand Ambassador to Thailand HE Jonathan Kings (pictured second from left) alongside Thai alumni of New Zealand (from L to R) Dr. Arisarawan Tanasinsiri, Dr Teerawan Vanadurongwan and Jirayut Srupsrisopa.

  The event gave Thai prospective students and their families a chance to meet with providers from across New Zealand’s secondary, tertiary, and English language sectors. Attendees also heard directly from New Zealand Ambassador to Thailand, Jonathan Kings, along with three accomplished Thai alumni of New Zealand institutions. 

  

  Prospective students and their parents exploring New Zealand’s education offerings.

  

  Attendees of one of the five simulated New Zealand classroom sessions.

  The fair featured five simulated classrooms, offering hands-on experiences of New Zealand’s innovative, student-centred teaching style.  

  

  Awardee of the lucky draw air ticket campaign (pictured centre) alongside (from L to R) ENZ Market Manager Chor Pramoolpol, ENZ Regional Director Ben Burrowes, Kanchana Jangjaroen, Account Manager from Air New Zealand and ENZ Programme Manager Jaruwan Pongjaruwat.

  A popular initiative at the fair was the “Apply Now, Fly Free” campaign, where 39 New Zealand institutions collectively offered an air fare scholarship to students applying at the fair. A wide range of scholarships and study opportunities were also showcased. 

  Further activity in Chonburi, Bangkok, Chachoengsao and Chiang Mai 

  To build on the momentum of the fair, ENZ organised a roadshow to more than 15 schools across Chonburi, Bangkok, Chachoengsao, and Chiang Mai, engaging directly with students, parents, and school counsellors. 

  The agent seminar, held alongside the fair, brought together more than 100 education agents who received a market update from ENZ and other New Zealand government agencies on New Zealand’s education policies and programmes and networked with participating New Zealand providers. 

  Beyond Bangkok, New Zealand institutions extended their reach through agent-led mini fairs in Chiang Mai and Chonburi on 31 August, hosted by education agencies A&T New Zealand Centre and Infogroup Education, respectively. These events helped connect Thai regional audiences with New Zealand education opportunities. 

  Strategic partnerships between New Zealand and Thailand were also strengthened during the fair week, with a Memorandum of Understanding signed between Assumption College and seven New Zealand secondary schools. 

  ENZ Programme Manager for Thailand, Jaruwan Pongjaruwat, said the energy and enthusiasm from prospective students and their parents across the events was heartening.  

  “This year’s fair and roadshow was a powerful demonstration of the growing interest in New Zealand education among Thai students and their families,” she said. 

  “We’re proud to work alongside our New Zealand provider partners and Thai agents to create meaningful pathways for students. These events are not just about recruitment — they’re about building long-term relationships and trust,” Jaruwan added. 

  Post-fair engagements continued in Chiang Mai, where ENZ held sessions with school counsellors and directors to explore collaboration opportunities. A dedicated agent function in early September further reinforced the important role that Thai education agents play in supporting student recruitment. 

  ENZ then joined a school roadshow in Udon Thani and Khon Kaen, promoting New Zealand education alongside a school cluster from Auckland and Nelson. The team visited three schools, engaging over 400 students with presentations on New Zealand’s secondary education system, and hosted a seminar in Khon Kaen for prospective students and their families. 

• New Zealand universities on show at NACAC annual conference

  Representatives from six universities – Massey University, Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago, University of Auckland, Lincoln University, and University of Waikato joined forces to engage with hundreds of US high school counsellors. 

  The New Zealand booth was a standout attraction, drawing heavy foot traffic thanks to the ever-popular ENZ Kiwi plush toys, four of which were raffled off to attendees. But while the Kiwi drew people in, it was the conversation about undergraduate study opportunities in New Zealand that kept them engaged.

  Over 100 high school counsellors expressed interest in learning more about New Zealand universities, with many requesting in-person visits to their schools for student and family information sessions. 

  

  The universities and ENZ held an intimate reception for conference attendees at a local flower shop. High school counsellors had the opportunity to learn about New Zealand education offerings while doing crafts with New Zealand ferns.

  ENZ also hosted an intimate reception during the conference, where attendees had a chance to learn about New Zealand and take a part of it home with them, through crafting New Zealand fern boutonnieres (similar to a corsage)  

  ENZ Director of Engagement North America, DuBois Jennings, said that many of the guests were Hawaiian high school counsellors.  

  “This event has continued the strong relationships built during ENZ’s Hawaii Roadshow earlier in the year,” he said.  

  “All New Zealand universities have reported a notable increase in applications from Hawaii following this roadshow,” DuBois added. 

  Participation in NACAC is a strategic move for ENZ, providing a vital platform to strengthen connections with US high school counsellors who are some of the key influencers in students’ college decision-making.      

  By deepening this stakeholder network, New Zealand universities are better positioned to attract more US students to pursue full undergraduate degrees in New Zealand. 

   

• Crowds flock to New Zealand education fairs in Viet Nam

  This marked the highest turnout ever for New Zealand education in the country, up from 1,055 visitors last year. 

  The events series included two agent seminars in Ho Chi Minh City that attracted 47 agents who met with over 50 New Zealand education providers.  

  The seminars had ENZ provided a New Zealand market update, and directed agents to marketing materials for the latest ENZ campaign ‘New Zealand Taught Me’, to use in their promotions. 

  Immigration New Zealand provided a separate online update, which was attended by 174 agents.  

  Media interest in the promotional events has been strong, with 24 news articles published on the events to date that promote New Zealand’s education offering. 

  

  A New Zealand school uniform fashion show at the student fairs gave prospective students a fun and visual way to imagine themselves studying in Aotearoa.

  ENZ Market Manager for Viet Nam, Van Banh, said the energy at this year’s fairs was inspiring.  

  “Seeing such strong turnout and engagement from students and agents reflects the growing interest in New Zealand’s world-class education,” she said.  

  “We’re proud to support our education providers in building meaningful connections in Viet Nam,” Van added. 

  Feedback from New Zealand providers who took part in the fairs was largely positive. Many noted the enthusiasm and interest shown by local agents, with one school representative commenting, “It was fantastic to hear how enthusiastic and positive agents were about New Zealand and our education sector — such encouraging feedback all around.” 

• We offer flexibility, care and support

  

  At Education New Zealand, you will receive:

  - Five weeks (25 days) paid annual leave that will begin accruing from your very first day.

  - 10 days sick leave added to your balance from the day you start, and a top up of 10 days to your balance when you cross over your work anniversary (after 12 months). 

  -  Annual flu vaccinations.

  - Flexibility. We understand this is valued by our employees, therefore offer different kinds of flexible working around the location, days, and times you work while balancing the needs of ENZ, your team and you. 

  - Free access to a nearby gym and (free) personal trainer if you’re based in our Wellington office. 

  - Access to a resourceful Wellbeing Hub through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), giving you access to confidential support and resources across key areas such as physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle, and workplace support, along with webinars and eLearning modules. 

• Learning and development

  At ENZ, we are committed to creating a working environment that inspires, motivates and provides opportunities for our people to grow. We want you to build new capabilities, enhance existing skills and realise your full potential, while contributing to the success of our organisation. 

  

  To support this, we provide access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including: 

  - Dedicated annual learning budget – so you can build your capabilities in ways that empower you to excel while contributing to our shared success. 

  - On-the-job learning – with small teams and a close-knit organisation, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to stretch your skills and build capability in real time.

  - Online learning – explore a wide range of courses and resources that align with your role and support your ongoing growth. 

  - Cross-team collaboration – take part in projects across teams to broaden your perspective, gain diverse experience and develop new skills.

  - Organisation-wide mini-masterclasses – an opportunity to learn and grow together.

• South Korea event series highlights growing interest in New Zealand

  New Zealand Education Fair in Korea draws strong interest 

  The New Zealand Education Fair in Seoul brought together 40 New Zealand schools and institutions, offering students and parents the chance to explore study opportunities directly with representatives. 

   

  

  Representatives from University of Auckland English Academy showcasing study options available to prospective students and their parents at the New Zealand Education Fair.

  The event attracted 2,100 pre-registrations, with 900 participants attending on the day, underscoring the strong demand for New Zealand education pathways. Families engaged in one-to-one consultations, gaining tailored advice on study options, English preparation, and scholarship opportunities.

  During the fair, alumni speakers were invited to share their personal journeys and provide guidance to attendees. They spoke about effective English study strategies before departure, practical approaches to a family “one-year living in New Zealand” experience, and the pathways from New Zealand study to admission into leading universities.  

  Strong interest in primary education 

  The fair confirmed a notable shift in interest, with Korean families showing particularly strong enthusiasm for primary education opportunities in New Zealand.  

  Many families expressed interest in spending at least a year in New Zealand with their young children, allowing them to experience the country’s safe and nurturing education environment first-hand. This reflects a growing trend in Korea towards family-based study abroad and “one-year living overseas” experiences. 

  Expanding interest in New Zealand education 

  While in Korea, New Zealand schools took part in the Agent Seminar and one-to-one meetings attended by 51 Korean education agency representatives. There was notable participation from agencies not specialising solely in New Zealand, who are now increasingly considering it a key English-speaking study destination to promote.  

  The event also provided a valuable opportunity for active engagement between New Zealand education providers and agents, followed by the New Zealand Education Night Reception at the official residence of New Zealand’s Ambassador to South Korea, H.E Dawn Bennet. There, deeper exchanges were held with Korean government officials, education stakeholders, and agency representatives. 

  Positive feedback from schools and families 

  New Zealand schools noted the high level of engagement and the quality of conversations with Korean students and their families at the New Zealand Education Fair. Attendees also shared positive feedback, commenting on the value of direct consultations with New Zealand education providers. 

  The Korea fair followed ENZ-led events in Thailand, Japan, and Vietnam, and marked the final stop in this season’s dedicated New Zealand education fairs across Asia. Together, these events have strengthened New Zealand’s connections with families across the region and reinforced the country’s reputation as a world-class study destination. 

  ENZ’s Senior Market Development Manager based in Seoul, Kay Lee, said the fair was a valuable platform to not only promote a New Zealand education, but gather insights too. 

  “It clearly showed how market trends and the expectations of Korean students and families are evolving,” she said. 

  “For students, it provided a strong understanding of the benefits of New Zealand’s education system, while for schools it was an invaluable opportunity to engage directly with highly interested families,” Kay added. 

• ENZ calls for funding proposals for New Zealand-China research partnerships

  The New Zealand-China Tripartite Partnership Fund 2026 offers up to NZD $20,000-30,000 for each partnership project. The Fund supports new or existing research partnerships between New Zealand and Chinese universities.  

  Projects typically involve three universities – two from China and one from New Zealand. Past projects have spanned a range of topics across the arts, humanities, social sciences, sciences and applied sciences. 

  How to apply   Download the New Zealand-China Tripartite Partnership Fund Guidance 2026 and Call for Proposals and the Proposal Form.  Send your completed proposal as a PDF, and any questions, to china@enz.govt.nz.    Funding proposals are due by 5pm on 2 March 2026 (NZT).

  
  About the Tripartite Partnership Fund 

  Administered by ENZ, the Tripartite Partnership Fund aims to deepen institutional relationships and strengthen academic collaboration. While the Fund is not designed to fully resource research activity, it supports the development of partnerships that can create wider education benefits. Proposals that outline how the research collaboration may facilitate future student exchange, joint teaching activity, or other forms of academic mobility are especially encouraged. 

  Established in 2005, the Tripartite Partnership has enabled enduring academic connections and a growing portfolio of collaborative projects. 

  Read about the 2025 awardees here: Prime Minister unveils 2025 Tripartite Fund recipients at Fudan University » Education NZ 

• Events

  We are pleased to provide the programme of ENZ-led in-market experiences underway for 2026.

  Information on the application process will be posted here. Keep an eye on this page for updates; we will also provide updates in upcoming editions of E-News.

  Country	Event type	Subsector	Dates	City	Status
  India & Sri Lanka	Applied Learning Connect	ITP & PTE	19-24 August	Mumbai, Delhi and Colombo	Applications Open Please enquire: events@enz.govt.nz
  Vietnam	New Zealand Agent Seminars	All sectors	24-26 August 2026	Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi	Applications closed. Events Full.
  Thailand	New Zealand Agent Seminar	All sectors	28 August	Bangkok	Application closed. Event Full.
  	New Zealand Student fair	All sectors	29 August		Limited spots. Please enquire: events@enz.govt.nz
  South Korea	New Zealand Student fair	All sectors	4 September	Seoul	Applications closed. Event Full.
  	New Zealand Agent Seminar	All sectors	5 September
  Japan	New Zealand Agent Event*	All sectors (focus on Schools and ELS)	11 September	Tokyo	Applications open until 10 June. Please enquire:  events@enz.govt.nz
  China	CEE 2026	Unis, ITP, PTE	30-31 October	Beijing	Applications open until 10 June.  Please enquire: events@enz.govt.nz
  China	New Zealand Agent Seminars	All sectors	2-6 November	Beijing, Wuhan and Chengdu	Applications Open until 10 June Please enquire:  events@enz.govt.nz

  *Keibunsha, a third-party entity, will be hosting a NZ Student Fair in Tokyo on 13 September. When getting in touch about ENZ's Japan agent event, we’ll also send through a registration link for the fair for your consideration.

  If you need more information or would like to provide feedback, please email events@enz.govt.nz.   

• Join ENZ-led events across Asia

  Interested in attending ENZ led events in Viet Nam, Thailand or South Korea later this year? Or a third-party led New Zealand student fair in Japan? We are pleased to advise that event information is now available to education providers, with applications closing early March. Get in touch at events@enz.govt.nz to request information, stating which event you are interested in.  

  The full ENZ 2026 events calendar is here.