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  • 34 Vietnamese students awarded New Zealand Schools Scholarships as programme reaches record demand

    Of the 34 recipients, 27 were awarded NZSS scholarships and seven received funding directly from participating New Zealand schools. Since launching in 2019, the NZSS programme has supported more than 100 Vietnamese students from Years 8-10 to study in New Zealand, reinforcing education ties between the two countries.

    Scholarships for 2026 are spread across schools in Auckland, Wellington, Canterbury, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatū, Nelson-Tasman, Northland, and Whanganui, offering international students from Viet Nam access to high-quality education across diverse regions.

    The latest intake follows strong demand for the programme in Viet Nam. From 90 applications, 57 were fully eligible, resulting in 34 scholarships awarded.

    New Zealand Consul-General Scott James said the programme reflects the strength of the bilateral relationship.

    “Education has always been a cornerstone of the partnership between New Zealand and Viet Nam. We are proud to see successive generations of talented Vietnamese students embark on their education journeys at New Zealand’s high-quality secondary schools through the NZSS programme,” James said.

    NZSS alumni and parents of past scholarship recipients share first-hand insights on studying and living in New Zealand, offering valuable guidance to future students.

    ENZ’s Market Manager - Viet Nam, Van Banh, said the demand for New Zealand education among Vietnamese students continues to rise.

    “In 2025, approximately 2,200 Vietnamese international students were enrolled in New Zealand, representing a 14 percent increase from the previous year. Secondary education remains a key pathway to study in New Zealand, reflecting the strong trust Vietnamese families place in New Zealand’s education system.”

    Promotion of the 2026 round of the NZSS reached record levels. The campaign engaged 55 approved education agents, with webinars attracting up to 141 participants per session. Digital and media activity generated 29 media clippings, more than 3 million reach on social media, and over 61,000 website clicks.

    The NZSS website also recorded 43,138 visits between January and March 2026, nearly double the same period in 2025. Direct outreach activities connected with 300 prospective students.

    Applications are now open for the second NZSS intake for 2026, running from 15 June to 14 August. The next round will offer 29 scholarships, alongside additional awards funded by participating schools, with unsuccessful NZSS applicants still considered for school-based scholarships.

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  • 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. 

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  • New Zealand’s EdTech at centre-stage of International Education

    Export digital products and services have long been an important element of New Zealand’s international education sector, but they have largely flown under the public radar. Overnight, the needs of learners changed, and education providers found themselves in uncharted territory.

    New Zealand companies with an established reputation delivering digital educational programmes quickly stepped up both the range and reach of their products. This, combined with Aotearoa’s reputation for creativity and innovation, and more than a little manaakitanga, has resulted in the phenomenal growth of some of our best-known EdTech brands over the past year.

    Kami is helping Schools Globally

    At digital online learning platform Kami, the goal is success for every student, regardless of ability, by providing inclusive and intuitive tools that support any learning style. They include text-to-speech, voice-typing, freehand drawing, and audio and video commenting.

    Many of the schools which closed globally adopted Kami’s digital classroom technology. The company has grown from 8 million to 27 million users in 180 countries over the past year, adding one million new users in one week alone.

    Code Avengers taps into the popularity of Gaming

    Code Avengers takes a left-field approach to engaging learners by tapping into the popularity of gaming and uses those concepts to captivate students and build their digital capability. The platform was only founded in 2012 and is now being used in 15,000 schools in 14 countries.

    “Our goal is to prepare teachers and students, from all backgrounds, for the current reality of the job market, and the jobs of tomorrow,” says Code Avengers CEO Hamish Day.
     
    “We want to help give people confidence and an opportunity to learn the skills that industry tells us it needs.”

    Education Perfect are inspiring the next Generation of Changemakers

    EdTech providers also have the power to engage students on social issues and challenge them to think critically. Key market player Education Perfect, which reaches more than one million students in 1800 schools globally, is finding new ways to inspire the next generation of changemakers.

    It is building curriculum content to include issues such as social justice, sustainability, student health and wellbeing, and indigenous issues. It recently partnered with Australian animal rights organisation Voiceless to deliver modules focused on animal welfare, including the issues of dolphins living in captivity and the export of live animals.

    EP Partnerships Director Anna Redmile says that joining forces with Voiceless allows teachers and students to have conversations which promote critical thinking and better understanding of the world they live in. 

    Education consultant and Voiceless adviser Dr Christina Jarvis agrees. "As we help children embrace an increasingly complicated future, such skills are paramount for developing engaged citizens.” 

    EdTech will continue to play a key role in New Zealand’s International Education Offering

    The EdTech sector was estimated to contribute $300 million to the New Zealand economy in 2017, and those figures will have ballooned with the impact of Covid.

    Looking to the future, educational technology will play an increasingly key role in the diversification of New Zealand’s international education offerings. And there is no shortage of amazing and pioneering companies ready to play their part.      

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