Not all young people in Aotearoa New Zealand have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through the generosity of charitable trusts and foundations, individuals and businesses, Ako Mātātupu is actively working to change this by growing exceptional teachers and leaders.
With you, real change can happen. Donate now and help us achieve our vision.
Ako Mātātupu Teach First NZ Trust is a registered charity. All donations over $5 are tax deductible.
Not all young people in Aotearoa New Zealand have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through the generosity of charitable trusts and foundations, individuals and businesses, Ako Mātātupu is actively working to change this by growing exceptional teachers and leaders.
We believe that one of the best ways to disrupt education inequality is to gather exceptional individuals and equip them to serve young people in our most underserved communities.
We know that we cannot do this alone and that collectively with philanthropic organisations, businesses and individuals, we can pave a way for a brighter future for the young people and their communities of Aotearoa.
Ako Mātātupu tackles educational disparities in Aotearoa. Our innovative programmes create equitable opportunities, ensuring all students access high-quality education and reach their full potential.
Ako Mātātupu recruits and trains skilled and passionate individuals who are dedicated to improving educational outcomes for all students.
Ako Mātātupu cultivates the next generation of educational leaders and change-makers. Through structured training and personalised development, our participants make profound impacts in schools and beyond.
Ako Mātātupu provides comprehensive, wraparound support to our participants, including mentorship, counseling, and professional development. This ensures our teachers thrive personally and professionally.
Our mission is to drive systemic change in education. We support teachers to become agents of transformation, influencing policy and decisions that shape the future.
Ako Mātātupu works hand-in-hand with communities across Aotearoa, focusing on areas where educational inequities are most pronounced.
Your donation directly supports the development of exceptional teachers and leaders who serve in the most underserved communities across Aotearoa. From funding teacher training and mentorship to providing resources for student success and community impact, every dollar helps create meaningful, lasting change in education and beyond.
“I wanted to use my Biomedical Science degree to be of service to my community, so I decided to train as a teacher.
Now I’m 6 years in and I can see the impact this teaching practice has for our communities.
I chose the Teach First NZ Programme so I could teach in a way that allows rangatahi to stand strong in their cultural identity.“
“I had been studying Physics for 5 years and I wanted a career that would have real net impact in the world. I put myself forward for the Teach First NZ Programme because Ako Mātātupu was committed to addressing inequalities in the education system.
I started a Science club at school to encourage more students into Science. They were nervous to join at first but more join every week! Now that they feel more confident, they’re actively exploring careers in Engineering. It’s awesome.”
“School played a big part in shaping who I am today, so I chose to go into teaching after finishing university.
I love that the Teach First NZ Programme is all about diversity. Teenagers are just starting to figure out who they are, and they need to see teachers who reflect these identities.
I was lucky enough to return to my old school as part of the programme, and I’m now Science Curriculum Leader there. I really love being able to give back to the community that raised me.”
Interested in supporting Ako Mātātupu? Please fill out our contact form and one of our team members will be in touch.
Your donation helps equip future leaders and empowers young people in Aotearoa to reach their full potential, creating lasting change in communities.
