For educatorsMā te pouako

Book a curriculum-linked school programme or self-guided visit to explore Te Papa’s national collections. Be inspired and challenged by our learning specialists and learning resources. Discover a learning experience you’ll love.

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Education visits

Browse our school visits led by our knowledgeable and friendly education team.
Te Papa Learning Programmes are FREE during Terms 2 & 3, 2025

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Teaching resources

Bring the national museum into your classroom with our cross-curricular range of educational resources.

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Professional development and educator events

Develop your skills and connect with other educators.

School visit using the collections and 3D technology

Raranga Matihiko | Weaving Digital Futures

Raranga Matihiko are museum-led workshops that weave student and ākonga learning through digital technologies, creative exploration, and collaboration.

Free downloadable activity books

Our activity books are designed for use at home or in the classroom. We’d love to hear your feedback or ideas for other subjects.

Self-guided education visits

Use our resources to explore the nation’s stories on a fun, self-guided education visit to Te Papa.

Meet the Learning team

Read about the members of the Learning Innovation team who create and deliver our innovative public and school learning programmes.

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Learning news and blogs

Read about the most recent happenings in Te Papa's Learning Innovation team.

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Hīnātore | Learning Lab

Create, innovate and collaborate. Explore Te Papa’s collections and exhibitions using cutting-edge technologies. Hīnātore | Learning Lab is where people of all ages can learn together.