There are endless educational websites for kids of all ages to learn virtually, in a safe environment. Our teachers have curated a collection of educational websites that make learning fun and engaging. Please note that we recommend a balanced approach to home learning, there is lots of valuable learning beyond the screen in everyday home life.

English

Reading Eggs is the online reading program that helps children learn to read. Hundreds of online reading lessons, phonics games and books for ages 2–13.

Digital library for kids. Choose from a range of paid subscription plans or a free Basic plan.

Fun and engaging game that teaches early reading skills.

Unite online library provides free access to more than 400 original picture books. The digital books provide audio narrations in more than 40 different languages.

Vooks is a streaming library of kid-safe animated storybooks for children 1-8 years old. Parents can get 7 days of free access.

Streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books.

Explore the National Geographic Kids website; interesting articles, games, videos and more!

Audio streaming of more than 600 books.

Online mathematics and English learning tool.

A place where natural curiosity and imagination lead to exploration and discovery in learners of all ages. Each day, an intriguing question is posed and explored in a variety of ways.

Maths

We have paid subscriptions for children in Rooms 5-7. Please check with your child's classroom teacher for log in details.

Ideas for how you can raise awareness and share mathematics using everyday experiences and resources found around your home.

Fun Maths games, lessons & tutoring where children can learn as they play.

A fun and engaging game where students learn and practice maths skills. Some classes have log in details. Please check with your child's teacher.

Online mathematics and English learning tool.

The Arts

Introduce your child to classical music.

Chrome Music Lab is a website that makes learning music more accessible through fun, hands-on experiments

Art lessons at home -blog.

Stop motion studio is a great app where you can make your own stop motion movies… perfect for working with lego etc.

Health and Physical Education

Movement and mindfulness videos created by child development experts. Families can sign in for a free

Fitness video routines for kids. The focus is on movement in the classroom, but the videos can be done at home, as well.

Videos that children can follow along with. This site focuses mostly on yoga and flexibility.

Science

Explore New Zealand's fascinating underwater world.

Explore our amazing Earth!

Fun Science and Technology for kids.

A science Podcast for kids. Featuring Nano Girl.

Social Sciences

New Zealand based current affair site for kids.

Fun articles for kids on current events, science, sports, and more.

Animated Educational Site for Kids - Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Arts & Music, Health, and Technology.

Technology

Learn computer science -change the world!

An educational game for kids that introduces several principles of programming.

Ministry of Education Support

Distance learning support during the COVID-19 event from the Ministry of Education.

The Ministry of Education gives ideas to help support reading writing and maths at home.

The Ministry of Education partnering with TVNZ to produce educational programming for tamariki.