Step into the Future – A Transformative US Study Tour for NZ Educators in 2026
In collaboration with FullScale Learning and Transcend Education, we’re providing a rare chance to connect with global education change-makers – and see bold ideas in action.
Join us for this unique experience! We’re calling for registrations of interest from those who are interested in participating in this education tour that will take place in October 2026. Click on the link below to register your interest and be kept informed of what’s being planned.
The world is changing – and so is education. Be part of a learning journey that will reignite your passion, connect you with inspiring educators, and bring fresh ideas back to Aotearoa.
From the thought leaders at FullScale to the trailblazers in Indianapolis schools – this is where inspiration meets implementation.
- This tour will involve a full week in the US – departing on Friday evening and returning on Sunday of the following week
- Dates subject to confirmation from the symposium organisers, but indicatively in either week one or week two of October, 2026
- Estimated Cost Band: $8,000 – $9,000*
- This covers:
- All airfares
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation in Indianapolis
- Conference registration
- School tour costs
- Traveller insurance available as part of the group booking – details available when you register to participate.
*All costings are based on estimates at this stage until final costings are provided by the symposium organisers and the group booking costs for accommodation are finalised. Final cost subject to flight availability.
Hear from participants in the 2025 tour
In 2025 Derek Wenmoth (tour host) was joined by Lesley Pogai from Aberdeen Primary School and Nathasha Teinakore from Birkdale Primary School on a tour that included attendance at the FullScale Symposium in New Orleans, followed by some school visits in San Francisco. In the video featured here they share some of their experiences from this tour, and how this learning is helping transform their practice now they’ve returned to NZ.
Tour management:
With the support of the following organisations:
EdRising 