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Description
Dr. Sarah Aiono is a leading voice in play pedagogy and CEO of Longworth Education. A former classroom teacher and educational researcher, Sarah specialises in developmentally appropriate, culturally sustaining teaching practices. Through her work across Aotearoa, Australia and internationally, she supports educators to integrate meaningful play into curriculum design, coaching, and leadership. Sarah is also the creator of the Play-Based Learning Observation Tool (P-BLOT™) and a developer of AI-powered coaching solutions for schools.
Outcomes
• Learn about validation of research-informed best practice in play-based pedagogy.
• Explore strategic insights into balancing play, wellbeing, and explicit instruction within the primary and early years curriculum.
• Experience practical examples that illustrate how play and inquiry-based learning can be used to strengthen student agency, regulation and core skill development.
• Investigate tools to support teacher coaching and implementation of play practices, including strategies for supporting teachers at varying readiness levels.
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Presenters
Sarah Aiono
As Co-Director and CEO of Longworth Education, Sarah is dedicated to closing the gap between research and classroom practice. With a background spanning diverse year levels and complex learning needs, she empowers educators across New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the UK and beyond to implement evidence-informed, innovative teaching. Hosting the Play Conversations podcast and presenting internationally, Sarah’s work centres on helping both educators and organisations connect theory and practice. Longworth Education offers tailored, research-driven solutions aligned to each client’s vision, supporting effective, developmentally appropriate learning in a rapidly changing world.
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Segments
Early Childhood Breakfast Network
Date / Time
5 Mar 2026 Starts: 07:00 Finishes: 09:00Delivery Format : Webinar