For teachers
Clubs is a FREE online learning platform where passionate Y2-10 kids across New Zealand connect with like minds.
Who is it for?
Clubs is a flexible, learner-centred programme designed for Y2-10 students eager to dive deep into a specific interest.
While open to all, neurodivergent students often find Clubs particularly engaging as they can explore their passions and connect with peers across NZ. This helps boost engagement and builds social and emotional skills.
Most Clubs have versions tailored for both Tamariki and Rangatahi.
How do teachers use it?
Clubs is a versatile, teacher-friendly programme. It is FREE for NZ students, thanks to Ministry of Education funding.
In-class extension
Use Clubs as an extension for students who’ve completed their curriculum work.
Homework extension
Encourage students to explore Clubs at home and support parental involvement.
Extension programmes
Integrate Clubs into your school’s extension programmes to connect students with peers across NZ.
Passion Projects / Genius Hour / Talent Time
Use Clubs to support these in-school programmes with resources, tutorials, and project planning tools.
How does it work?
Clubs covers a huge range of interest areas, from animal rights to ancient Greeks to astronomy and much more! Hosted on Google Classroom, Clubs are accessible anytime and anywhere. Each Club Classroom features:
Stream
A place for students to chat, share work, and exchange ideas with peers and the Club moderator.
Classwork
A range of learning experiences including:
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Getting started activities like Tasters and Tutorials
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Digging deeper with Badges
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High-flying, independent Projects like talent or service projects
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Extras - Termly Talent Activation sessions with guest speakers and bonus Club Challenges
Check out our Clubs
Most Clubs have a Tamariki and Rangatahi version
Artists and Artisans
For painters, sculptors, photographers, potters, crafters, and others
Creative Writers
For budding writers with stories to tell in any genre.
Readers
For book-lovers who enjoy discussing
their reads.
Designers
For aspiring architects, fashion designers,
and creators.
Watch Clubs in action
Your role as a teacher
Your role is to guide students in developing and monitoring their Clubs Plan—a one-page plan outlining the activities they aim to complete over a period you choose.
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Clubs are student-driven, allowing flexibility in how activities are tackled. There’s no formal grading (except for Badges), and you’ll review and adjust their plan with them as they go.
We ask for a quick feedback form at the end of each term to track engagement and impact and gather ideas on improving Clubs for everyone.
Hear what our kids have to say
What benefits does it have?
Clubs helps busy teachers meet the needs of curious, sparky learners who need more than standard curriculum work.
Clubs impacts
Engagement
Students enjoy exploring their passions, leading to greater school enjoyment, better attendance, and improved behaviour.
Achievement
With teacher support, students enhance skills in their interest areas, translating into stronger curriculum performance. Teachers can help students explore topics more deeply rather than just accelerating them through year levels.
Social & emotional skills
Students who may struggle to find peers to relate to connect with like minds and build a sense of community which positively impacts wellbeing and helps them to learn and practice social skills.
