Study Awards

TeachNZ is committed to supporting the professional development of teachers and principals. If you are interested in completing a qualification, taking time off each week to study while teaching, moving to another curriculum or subject area, or taking time off to research a topic of interest, have a look at the professional development opportunities available.

Study Awards, Sabbaticals and Fellowships for study awards are awarded twice a year.  Click here for a list of Study Awards that are now open.

Study Awards Types

Guidelines and application information about the Study Awards we administer are listed below.  Make sure you read the When to Apply section for each scholarship to find out when these Study Awards open and close.

Study Awards for ECE Teachers
Information about Study Awards available for Early Childhood Education Teachers.

Study Awards for Primary School Teachers and Principals
Information about Study Awards, Study Support Grants, Sabbaticals and Prestigious Awards available to Primary School Teachers.

Study Awards for Area School Teachers and Principals
Information about Study Awards, Study Support Grants, Sabbaticals and Prestigious Awards available to Area School Teachers.

Study Awards for Secondary School Teachers and Principals
Information about Study Awards, Study Support Grants, Sabbaticals and Prestigious Awards available to Secondary School Teachers and Guidance Counsellors.

Special Education Study Awards or Study Awards for teachers wanting to upskill in Special Education
Information for those wishing to increase their skills at teaching children with special learning needs.

Study Awards Directory
Other Study Awards currently available for Teachers and Principals.

Resources for existing Study Award recipients are available here.