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  • From the Chief Executive: Momentum building for a strong 2026

    Kia ora koutou,

    It’s a pleasure to be back as Acting Chief Executive at Education New Zealand to build on the leadership of Amanda Malu. 

    Delivering on the Government’s International Education Going for Growth Plan is our key focus in 2026. Internally, our annual market planning process is underway. This work helps us decide where to focus our efforts – ensuring we are doing the right thing in the right places at the right time. 

    An essential part of the market planning is to incorporate insights from the sector and Government agencies. Our sincere appreciation for the insights we have received so far.

    The team is getting ready to lead the first ever Sri Lanka Roadshow featuring 19 New Zealand education institutions from 5 to 8 March that aims to strengthen the awareness of the New Zealand education brand and promote our undergraduate offering in the country. You can read more about our integrated promotional campaign in Sri Lanka in this edition of E-News. 

    Applications remain open for the 2026 funding round of the New Zealand-China Tripartite Partnership Fund, ENZ’s long-standing initiative supporting partnerships between New Zealand and Chinese universities. This year’s round encourages proposals that highlight pathways for student mobility and transnational education alongside research collaboration. 

    This month, as many of our partners and communities usher in the Lunar New Year, I want to extend warm wishes for a prosperous and energising Year of the Horse. This is an important time across several of our key markets, and a reminder of the strong cultural and people-to-people connections that underpin international education.

    Thank you for your continued support and collaboration as we continue to deliver on our shared ambitions for international education in 2026.

    Okea ururoatia 

    Keep striving forward.

    Ngā mihi nui,
    Linda Sissons 
    Acting Chief Executive

  • David Downs appointed Chief Executive of Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao

    David Downs takes over following the recent departure of Amanda Malu, who was appointed Secretary for Children and Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children. 

    ENZ Board Chair Tony Gray said Downs’ international and marketing experience, including his tenure as Chief Executive Officer of the New Zealand Story Group, makes him well placed to lead ENZ as it continues delivering the International Education Going for Growth Plan.

    “David has an innate understanding of New Zealand and its competitive advantage in a rapidly changing world. Coupled with his leadership experience at New Zealand Story Group, he is well placed to lead ENZ at this time,” Tony said. 

    Downs is currently Chief Executive Officer of New Zealand Story Group, a role he has held since July 2021. Previously he has previously held a number of General Management roles at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), most recently working with the technology sector to help fast growing tech companies grow internationally and New Zealand companies adopt digital commerce channels to market. Prior to this he had an extensive career in leadership roles with Microsoft in New Zealand and Asia Pacific.

    “David is a passionate New Zealander and storyteller by nature, and we are looking forward to his joining ENZ in June,” Tony said. 

    In the meantime, Dr Linda Sissons will continue as Acting Chief Executive and the Board will be working closely with her and the leadership team to ensure a seamless transition.

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  • 2026 International Student Experience Survey fieldwork is now live

    Fieldwork for the 2026 International Student Experience Survey (ISES) is now underway, having launched on Monday 20 April. International students across all New Zealand education subsectors are being invited to share their views on key aspects of the student journey – from choosing where to study and preparing for arrival, through to orientation, education quality, living experiences, connections, work opportunities and value for money.

    Last year, more than 5,000 international students shared their experiences of studying in New Zealand.

    Key highlights included:
    •    87% rated their overall experience positively, with 43% rating it ‘excellent’ 
    •    92% rated their experience of people and connections positively

    These results reflect the strength of New Zealand’s international education offering and the collective effort across the sector to enhance the international student experience. 

    The ISES plays a vital role in building a robust, sector-wide picture of the international student experience.

    We would like to sincerely thank the international education sector peak bodies and education providers who are supporting the survey and helping to maximise student participation.

    Survey fieldwork will run until late May, and we look forward to sharing the insights from this year’s survey with the sector later in 2026.

    If you have any questions about the survey, please get in touch with ENZ’s Senior Insights Analyst, Kyla Steenhart at kyla.steenhart@enz.govt.nz.

  • Key insights: Global Brand Health & Awareness Survey 2025

    Date: Wednesday, 29 April, 12.30pm NZT

    Join us for an exclusive sector webinar unpacking the findings from the Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao Global Brand Health and Awareness Survey 2025.

    Conducted in October 2025 across nine priority markets, this research offers the most comprehensive picture yet of how New Zealand is perceived as an international study destination. The survey captures insights from prospective students aged 16-24 as well as parents in key school markets, providing a robust view of decision-making influences across the study journey.

    The results establish an important new baseline for understanding global awareness, preference, and the factors shaping international education choices in an increasingly competitive environment.

    In this webinar, we will cover:
    • Awareness and preference trends for New Zealand across priority markets, including areas of standout growth.
    • How New Zealand compares to major competitors including Australia, the US, the UK, Malaysia, Japan, and Singapore.
    • Drivers and barriers influencing students and parents, and how affordability, migration pathways, reputation, and proximity are shaping global choices.

    Why attend?

    This webinar provides essential intelligence for providers, recruitment teams, agents, and anyone involved in international engagement. The insights will help you better understand global perceptions of New Zealand, anticipate shifts in student behaviour, and tailor your strategies to meet evolving market needs.

    Who should attend?

    •    International directors and marketing teams
    •    Recruitment and admissions leaders
    •    Schools operating in international markets
    •    Agents and sector partners
    •    Policy, strategy, and market intelligence teams

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