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RNZ Panel – PISA Creativity Report
Dr. Sarah Aiono spoke on The RNZ Panel last night related to the PISA Creativity Report that’s just been released.
Play and imagination develop stronger brain connections in kids, acclaimed educator says
Dr. Sarah Aiono, founder and CEO of New Zealand-based Longworth Education and informally known as “Dr. Play,” brought her philosophy of learning through play to Moose Jaw recen
Unlocking the Power of Play -Transforming High School Education for Lifelong Learning
In the bustling world of high school education, the idea of “play” might seem reserved for younger years, where recess and imaginative games reign supreme. However, unl
Schooling vs. Self-Discovery: The Battle for Creative Expression
When I was in school, I hated writing. And when I left school and became a homeschooler at the beginning of Year 4, I hated it even more. If you had told me from the age of 7 up un
International educator bringing alternative teaching method to Moose Jaw
As published in Moose Jaw Today here. Dr. Sarah Aiono will speak about the teaching method of learning through play to educators and children-focused workers at the Events Centre o
Closing the gap between education policy and the classroom
Dr Sarah Aiono is the chief executive of Longworth Education, a consultancy specialising in supporting schools teaching learning through play. OPINION: Following the election
Moving Beyond Comparison and Towards Innovation
New Zealand has the chance to redefine the essence of high standards and educational rigour. Read more about how we can move beyond PISA comparisons and truly lead the world… The
The Scarborough Reading Rope and Learning through Play
Longworth Education supports a variety of schools to navigate the perception that the science of reading (e.g., structured literacy) and play pedagogy are in opposition as teaching
Getting Clear About Developmentally Appropriate Practice
What Do We Mean by Developmentally Appropriate Practice? At Longworth Education, we often discuss the importance of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP), but what does this t
Recognise the significance of play in your students’ learning?
Feeling uncertain about meeting the daily literacy/numeracy hour requirements for 2024? We’ve got a solution – you can incorporate both. As we understand there is concern a