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Unleash your Cultural Capability

Language Circle language programmes are designed to support strengthening language teaching in schools at primary and secondary levels.

Our Workshops and Immersion weekends are well-attended, and for a more structured programme, consider our GROW programmes and Strengthening Asia Pacific Language Teaching programmes. We also have one-off workshops available throughout the year.

Events

Explore our most recent events

Paniora hapū in the Spanish classroom

A hybrid workshop for Spanish language teachers exploring the Paniora hapū through documentary film, cultural resource creation, and meaningful links between Spanish heritage and mātauranga Māori.

Wellington

November 12, 2026

4:30 - 7:30pm

Japanese Immersion Programme in Kansai 2026

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Japan with a rewarding stay in Osaka - your chance for authentic language and cultural immersion!

Kansai, Japan

September 26, 2026

Spanish Immersion Programme in Salamanca

Re-invigorate your passion for Spanish language and culture during our two-week immersion in Madrid and Salamanca!

Cursos Internacionales de la Universidad de Salamanca

September 25, 2026

French Immersion Programme in Nouméa

Revive your passion for French and deepen your intercultural understanding of New Caledonia through this immersive week-and-a-half language and culture séjour in Nouméa.

Nouméa, New Caledonia

September 25, 2026

Language meets AI: Teaching German with Cultural and Digital Intelligence

This collaborative and exploratory workshop introduces AI tools, invites experimentation and provides time to reflect on their roles in the German language classroom.

Wellington

August 16, 2026

2 Day Workshop

NZALT Conference 2026

Our theme of Languages for Life: Equipping Ākonga for a Future Without Borders celebrates the power of languages in shaping global citizens.

Ōtautahi Christchurch

July 4, 2026

Immersion Day 2026

Are you ready to kickstart your conference experience with a day filled with inspiration, collaboration, and learning? Join us for Immersion Day 2026 on Saturday 4 July in Christchurch- NZALT Conference starts after the Immersion Day!

Christchurch

July 4, 2026

9am - 3pm Saturday 4 July 2026

Let’s Talk Japan Trips: Sharing Experiences and Tips

Join us online for a workshop to share and discuss ideas, tips, and experiences related to school trips to Japan. Bring your stories and questions and leave with new insights and inspiration!

Online

May 27, 2026

3:30 to 4:45pm

Beyond Facts – Interkulturelle Denkimpulse

This workshop explores how short, thought-provoking intercultural tasks can move beyond cultural “facts” to develop students’ deeper understanding of and reflection on differences between cultures.

Online

April 23, 2026

GROW - Thriving as Teachers of Multi-level Language Classes

This course is designed to support educators to understand, develop, and implement strategies to improve outcomes for students in multi-level language classes.

Dates and workshop venue will be confirmed once the programme commences.

April 23, 2026

Wellbeing for Sustainable School Leadership

2-term online programme to help educational leaders create and implement wellbeing goals.

Online

April 21, 2026

Terms 2 & 3 in 2026. All sessions on Tuesdays (90 minutes).

GROW - Supporting Learners' Success in Pacific Languages

This course is designed to support teachers of Pacific languages in schools.

Dates and workshop venues will be confirmed once the programme commences.

March 31, 2026

Chinese Language: Resource Sharing Workshops

A monthly online resource-sharing workshop for Chinese language teachers across Aotearoa to exchange classroom ideas, cultural materials and practical teaching resources while growing confidence and strengthening professional practice.

Online

March 26, 2026

Monthly

GROW - Support for First and Second Year Secondary Language Teachers

This course is designed to support secondary school Provisionally Certified Teachers (PCTs) of languages, and teachers who are new to language teaching.

Important note: Dates are now confirmed. Venues for face-to-face workshops to be confirmed.

March 26, 2026

GROW - Leadership for Aspiring and New HODs of Languages

This course is designed to support new leaders to learn about educational leadership, with a special focus on leading a Languages Department.

Workshop dates are now confirmed. Venues for face-to-face workshops to be confirmed.

March 26, 2026

Teaching Spanish through Art

Make the most of the online resources on the Museo del Prado website to teach art, culture, and language in the Spanish classroom.

Online

March 25, 2026

GROW - Empowering Teachers of Additional Languages - Years 4 to 9

Years 4 to 9 language and culture teachers who are currently teaching or plan to teach additional languages in their classroom.

Dates and workshop venue will be confirmed once the programme commences.

March 25, 2026

GROW - Open Collaborative Inquiry (For individual language groups or whole departments or a team of teachers from the same area)

For all teachers of languages by collaborating with others teaching the same language or working with teachers from the same school or clusters of schools

Dates are now confirmed. Venues for face-to-face workshops to be confirmed.

March 25, 2026

GROW - Equipping Junior High School Students for their Senior Language Programmes

Specific to Language teachers who are teaching Years 9 and 10

Dates and workshop venue will be confirmed once the programme commences.

March 23, 2026

Bringing Kansai to the Classroom

Gain insight into the experiences of Kansai Immersion Programme 2025 participants as they share key takeaways, reflections, and applications for the classroom.

Online

March 12, 2026

Maximising the potential of a language assistant

Learn about the latest academic research on language assistants and find out how they can bring languages to life in your class.

Online

Le Café Virtuel

It can be challenging to maintain our language proficiency. Join us for a relaxed virtual chat where we will converse in French without any pressure. This Café Virtuel offers a great opportunity to speak freely on any topic, but entirely in French.

Online

4.30pm to 5.15pm, Monthly - Coming Soon

Power of Languages 2.0 – A Whole-School Approach to Language Learning

An engaging programme that introduces Year 8 students to the value of learning languages while equipping teachers with practical strategies to integrate language learning and intercultural understanding into their classroom programmes.

At your School

All Year, On-Demand Workshop

Monthly Online Nihongo Café 輪和話 (wawawa)

A monthly 45-minute online session to engage in a casual conversation with other Japanese language teachers

Online

Monthly - Coming soon

Chinese Immersion

Join us for the Chinese Immersion Programme! Immerse yourself in the blend of tradition and modern life, discover what daily life is like for the people of China, boost your language skills and cultural understanding, and pick up some great teaching resources to bring back to your classroom.

2 week International Immersion

Kaffeeklatsch und Feierabend: AI in Language Classrooms

A practical online workshop series for language teachers exploring how AI can boost productivity, personalise learning, and transform classroom teaching through smarter tools and strategies.

Online

Coming Soon. Options for 3:45-5:00pm or 6:00-7:15pm

Interested in connecting with our events and networks, or have ideas on future PLD?

Contact us to get connected, or explore partnership opportunities.