Post by Education New Zealand | Manapou ki te Ao

Japanese education agents were left impressed with their firsthand experience of New Zealand’s school sector on recent visits to Auckland and Christchurch — and the feedback was clear: what sets Aotearoa apart is the unique learning experience that supports both academics and outdoors activity. Several education agents said the visit reshaped their perceptions of Auckland, with experience of its expansive school campuses and green spaces challenging previous assumptions about what schools in a large city can offer. Importantly, this wasn’t just about seeing schools — it was also about building genuine connections with educators in Christchurch, where they attended the SIEBA Hui Agent Forum. That kind of insight equips agents to share authentic, first-hand stories with students and families back home. As Education New Zealand | Manapou ki te Ao continues to grow its engagement in Japan, visits such as these strengthen how New Zealand is positioned in-market — helping more Japanese students see the value of a New Zealand education and imagine themselves here. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eC5AtaY5 Takako T., Alana Pellow, Andy Walker, Sharon-May McCrostie