Fully-funded Structured Literacy PLD through the Ministry of Education
Available In-Person Nationwide or Online
Registrations for Cohort 9 are now closed
Cognition Education’s Structured Literacy Programme
Our Structured Literacy Programme is research-informed and designed to equip educators with the tools and strategies to accelerate literacy progress in Years 0–8.
We invite schools to apply and secure Ministry of Education PLD funding for their staff. Once funding is confirmed, we can tailor the delivery model to suit your needs—either as a dedicated programme for your school or as a collaborative opportunity with nearby schools.
The programme is grounded in structured literacy principles such as:
- Phonemic awareness
- Systematic phonics
- Vocabulary
- Syntax
- Comprehension
- Diagnostic assessment
These principles are brought to life through practical application tailored to primary and intermediate school contexts.
Participants engage in:
- 3 full days of interactive, in-person workshops
- 8 online Communities of Practice
- Personalised coaching and feedback
- Collaborative exploration of best practice
Our evidence-based approach includes culturally responsive practices aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi and supports educators to confidently embed Structured Literacy approaches for equitable outcomes.
Structured Literacy Programme: Overview
Day 1: Foundations of Structured Literacy
- Explore the core principles of Structured Literacy for Years 0–8.
- Understand the science of learning and how it applies to literacy.
- Learn to plan and structure Phase One, Phase Two and Phase Three literacy blocks effectively.
Day 2: Developing Literacy Skills
- Focus on practical strategies for explicit teaching phonics, phonemic awareness, morphology, syntax, and vocabulary.
- Gain tools to support diverse learners, including culturally responsive practices and ESOL strategies.
- Using assessment for learning techniques to monitor progress, recognise student learning gaps and respond effectively to them.
- Deep dive into the 20 week and 40 week phonics check.
Day 3: Embedding and Sustaining Structured Literacy
- Learn to embed Structured Literacy practices into your teaching routines.
- Dive into differentiation and targeted interventions for accelerated progress.
- Reflect on implementation strategies and create an actionable plan to support long-term success.
Workshop Options
We are able to accommodate both tailored programmes for individual schools and delivery alongside local school groups.
Important Dates
📅 10 June 2026 – Applications open (via MoE PLD portal)
📅 3 July 2026 – Applications close (last day to apply for MoE funding)
📅 5 August 2026 – Enrolment deadline for Schools to enrol with Cognition Education
How to apply for Ministry funding
Link to Ministry PLD applications page
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