School or Self-Funded Numeracy Support
You may have completed the MOE funded Maths workshops or have wrapped your head around the curriculum and are now ready for more? We offer numeracy support in the form of strengthening leader's professional practice in numeracy approaches to facilitate a whole school Numeracy vision. Follow our roadmap to develop a Numeracy action plan to embed and sustain effective delivery of curriculum, use of scope and sequence and assessment with a whole school approach. Or leverage the power of AI with the new Maths curriculum; create highly personalised & differentiated teaching, learning and assessment activities that reflect the kaupapa of your school while teachers also get their weekends back!
We have flexible support available, tailored to your school needs, from full day to a few hours. Talk to us about partnering with your school to coach and mentor your team as we navigate implementing the maths curriculum into your Primary, Intermediate or High school. Email us at blend@blendlearning.nz with questions and requests that could support your school.
Meet our Numeracy Team
Our facilitators boast extensive experience, professional development, and notable achievements in numeracy education, positioning themselves as leaders supported by evidence-based research. They have undergone comprehensive numeracy professional learning and effectively implemented these approaches. With a diverse array of qualifications and leadership roles in numeracy across schools, they have honed their expertise , fostering a profound understanding in this domain.
Dr. Craig Hansen
Dr Craig Hansen has led professional development for teachers for over 20 years. He is widely recognised as Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading AI training for educators. He is the Founder & Director of Summit Institute NZ, an accredited private training provider offering flexible pathways to national qualifications (including NZQA’s only accredited micro-credential in AI for teachers) and the University of Applied Research & Development (USA/UK), a globally-focused higher learning organization with bachelor and masters degrees in education, business, health & safety, emergency management, and leadership. Craig has lived and worked internationally, establishing industry-education pathways and partnerships that hold accreditation in NZ, UK and USA.
Padma Krishnan
Padma Krishnan is a skilled Numeracy Facilitator with extensive experience supporting schools to enhance mathematics teaching and improve student achievement. She has worked across Auckland through initiatives like Team Solutions and ALiM, and currently leads maths at Southern Cross Campus (Years 1–13). Padma delivers targeted professional development, mentors teachers, and builds strong partnerships with whānau. With a deep understanding of curriculum, assessment, and culturally responsive practice, she empowers educators to create engaging, equitable learning environments. An accredited coach, Padma is known for her practical approach, collaborative style, and unwavering commitment to student success.
Dr. Jo Knox
Dr Jo Knox is an accredited and highly experienced mathematics education consultant with over 30 years in primary education as a classroom teacher, facilitator, and researcher. She holds a PhD in Mathematics Education and has presented at national and international conferences, with publications in leading journals and proceedings. Jo received the 2021 Margaret Morton Memorial Prize for outstanding women in mathematics. Her work includes delivering PLD in New Zealand, Australia, and the USA, developing curriculum and professional learning materials for the Solomon Islands and Tokelau, and empowering teachers to make mathematics accessible for all learners.
Marie Hirst
Marie is an accredited education consultant with over 25 years of experience delivering research-informed, engaging, and practical mathematics professional learning for immediate classroom application. She works collaboratively with teachers and leadership teams in Years 0–8 to strengthen balanced mathematics programmes and has earned a strong reputation for her expertise and approachable manner. Marie specialises in developing mathematical content knowledge, effective pedagogy, assessment, and intervention strategies to accelerate learning. Her work includes in-class modelling, coaching, mentoring, and facilitating workshops nationally and internationally. She has presented at NZAMT, PMA, MERGA, and MAV and authored mathematics resources for teachers.