Module 4: Preparation for Principalship
“The vision for 2032 is that “Aotearoa New Zealand will have a strong, culturally competent, education workforce that drives a world leading, learner- focused education system”, including one that plays a significant role in fostering Māori and Pacific identity, language and culture with the confidence and capability to support te reo and te ao learning […]
Module 3: Preparation for Principalship
Module Objectives: Understand governance structures in education. Master reporting requirements. Develop effective reporting skills. Ensure accountability and transparency. Understand compliance with regulations. Apply ethical principles to governance and reporting. For all kura there is a ‘truth’ about who they are, how successful they are in the provision of learning outcomes and how they manage the […]
Module 2: Leading Self
Module Objectives: Understand ethical frameworks: Explore and understand various ethical frameworks and their application in educational leadership. Develop an ethical decision-making process: Develop and apply a structured process for making ethical decisions, considering diverse perspectives and potential consequences. Reflect on personal values and beliefs: Examine personal values and beliefs and how they influence ethical decision-making. […]
Module 1: Leading Self *Compulsory*
Module Objectives: Enhance self-awareness: Develop a deeper understanding of personal values, beliefs, and leadership styles. Develop emotional intelligence: Identify and manage personal emotions, and understand and respond effectively to the emotions of others. Identify personal strengths and areas for development: Conduct a comprehensive self-assessment and identify key strengths, weaknesses, and areas for professional growth. Build […]
Online Korero and Summit
The online korero and the APDP Summit are an important part of the APDP programme. They are an opportunity to connect, learn and be invigorated about the important work you do. This page will be updated as soon as there is more information to share on each of connection points for the year. Friday […]
Additional Resources
APDP Course Book 2026 (1)
Modules
Term 1 23/02 Programme starts. 2/03 Modules 1-4 on forum. 2 of the 4 modules due 19/04 (end of holidays). Term 2 20/04 Modules 5-8 on forum. 2 of the 4 modules due 25/06. Term 3 20/07 Modules 7-9 on forum. 2 of the 4 modules due 25/06.
Course Texts
There is one required text and one optional text for the Aotearoa AP/DP programme. There is no particular time frame to read these in over the course of the programme. Delegates may choose to engage with fellow participants online to discuss their thoughts on the required texts. This is optional but a good […]
Welcome and Introductions
We would love to get to know you. Please post a short introduction and take the time to read other people’s introductions too. Networking and connection is a really important aspect of all our leadership programmes and one way to start this off is to comment on other people’s posts. Kei ōu ringaringa te ao […]
AP/DP Programme 2026
A warm welcome to the AP/DP Leadership Programme! It is great to have you on board with us this year. Itiiti rearea, teitei kahikatea ka taea Although the rearea is small it can ascend the lofty heights of the Kahikatea tree The rearea, a small native bird, was closely observed by our ancestors as it […]
