University of Otago College of Education

24/08/2026

150 years of teacher education in Ōtepoti Dunedin!

The full programme is now LIVE for our 150 Years of Teacher Education celebrations, 16–18 October 2026.

Come along to reconnect with old friends and colleagues, revisit the College, reminisce, and celebrate the people and stories that have shaped teacher education in Dunedin.

⏰ Earlybird registrations close Tuesday 1 September!

👀 View the programme:
https://events.otago.ac.nz/education150/programme

🎟️ Register here:
https://events.otago.ac.nz/education150/register

Know someone who studied or worked at the College? Tag them or share this post — we’d love to welcome as many former students, staff, teachers and friends back as possible! 💙💛

22/08/2026

E poho kererū ana mātou ki a koutou kua whakawhiti i te atamira whakapōtaetanga i tēnei rā!

We are so proud of all of our graduates today. E rere koutou!

🎉🙌🏾♥️🚀

10/08/2026

The Education Gazette has recently shared a wonderful article “Dunedin celebrates 150 years of teacher education”, looking back over this history, from an original intake of just five men and 17 women, through generations of teachers, educators and leaders, to the College we know today.
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/articles/dunedin-celebrates-150-years-of-teacher-education/

Now it’s time to bring those generations back together! 💙💛

📅 16–18 October 2026
📍 University of Otago College of Education, Ōtepoti Dunedin
Register here: https://events.otago.ac.nz/education150/

The 150th reunion weekend will be a chance to reconnect with old friends and classmates, reminisce, revisit the College, share stories and celebrate the people who have shaped teacher education in Otago and beyond.

As Te Kura Ākau Taitoka – the University of Otago College of Education approaches its 150th anniversary, Education Gazette looks back at the origins of teacher education in Aotearoa New Zealand and the legacy of the country’s first training institution.

07/08/2026

Thinking about a career in Early Childhood Education?

An ECE qualification could be the perfect fit if you:
✅ Want to be part of the teaching profession
✅ Are fascinated by how children learn and develop
✅ Enjoy collaborating with families and communities

Make a real difference during some of the most important years in a child's life. Every day is an opportunity to support learning, growth, and belonging.

Passionate about children. Committed to communities. Make a difference. Every child, every day.

05/08/2026

Research Seminar - 26 August
150 Years of Teacher Education in Otago 1876 - 2026
Around the Midpoint
Presenter: Lester Flockton, PhD.

04/08/2026

Information evening this Thursday 6th August 7pm College of Education Invercargill, 100 Nelson Street. Come along and find out about our teaching programmes

04/08/2026

Kapa Haka practice starts tomorrow night at 6… see you then

29/07/2026

📚 The countdown to our 150th Celebrations has begun!

As we celebrate 150 years of teacher education in Otago, we're delighted to announce our 150th Seminar Series, featuring some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most respected voices in education.

Join us for these inspiring sessions:

🎓 150th Seminar Series #1
Lester Flockton
📅 Wednesday 26 August | 🕛 12.00–1.00 pm

🎓 150th Seminar Series #2
Helen May
📅 Thursday 10 September | 🕛 12.00–1.00 pm

🎓 150th Seminar Series #3
Russell Bishop
📅 Monday 12 October | 🕓 4.00–5.00 pm

📖 Special Guest Event
Kate De Goldi
📅 Sunday 18 October | 🕐 1.00–2.00 pm
Plus a follow-up workshop.

More details about each seminar will be announced soon.

Everyone is welcome! These seminars are open to all, and you do not need to be registered for the 150th Celebration Weekend to attend.

If you haven't already registered for the reunion weekend, we'd love to welcome you back to reconnect with classmates and colleagues, share memories, and celebrate 150 years of teacher education in Otago.

👉 Register here: https://events.otago.ac.nz/education150/

We can't wait to celebrate this special milestone with you!

28/07/2026

Interested in a career where one day is never the same as the one before? Study Early Childhood Education @ Otago University 🌟

Every day in ECE is different. If you're creative, value children and families, and enjoy seeing the world through new perspectives, this could be the career for you.

💙 Make a difference. Inspire futures. Shape each day.

20/07/2026

Research Seminar - 19 August
Research Workshop - Social design-based experimentation as a utopian ideal

Presenter: Associate Professor Jennifer Alford (Griffith Institute for Educational Research, School of Education, Griffith University, Australia)