Nest Consulting provide topical, evidence based, health & wellbeing focussed information NZ-wide through: corporate workplace events, in-school education programmes/classes, parent/whanau info evenings, community information sessions, health professionals CME and teachers PD.
Nest is also happy to construct a programme for your needs –  and the content of our advertised programmes can be modified as determined by each group’s community and ‘special character’

Nest is experienced in working with students (and the parents of) who have additional needs or disability and utilise a facilitator who is familiar with NZ sign language. Nest’s programmes have been signed on many occasions and, with the assistance of Blind Low Vision NZ, has translated its puberty programme into braille.
OR – Nest can connect you with another provider. i.e. Emotional Intelligence programmes, mindfulness programmes, babysitter programmes, yoga for schools, first aid etc..

Our popular programmes are in line with the 2007 RSE Curriculum (Nest is across all changes to the RSE Curriculum including the removal of the 2020 guidelines)
The finalised RSE Curriculum has not yet been released, and is not compulsory until 2029.

Nest’s facilitators provide interactive classes at each year level, ensuring the teachers are provided with professional development, on-going support and activities.

Yr 0 – Yr 4: Each class has a ~40 min programme (annually, twice yearly or termly).
The Educator utilises story telling, song & puppetry alongside a related reflection activity followed by an interactive discussion.

Yr 0-4

* Body autonomy & consent
* Safe boundaries, private body parts
* Understanding the differences between secrets & happy surprises
* Trusting feelings
* Respecting yourself and others
* Who and how to ask for help (Circle of safety)
* Feeling empowered & confident

Informative Whanau Information evening and teacher PD included

Why Schools Choose Confident Kiwis©

  • Age-appropriate and evidence-informed
    Content is carefully designed for young children, balancing clarity with sensitivity so learning is empowering, not overwhelming.
  • Trauma-informed and safe delivery
    Sessions are grounded in best-practice approaches that prioritise emotional safety, regulation, and inclusion for all tamariki.
  • Whānau-centred approach
    We actively involve parents and caregivers, strengthening consistency between home and school and increasing the overall impact of the programme.
  • Aligned with curriculum priorities
    Supports the Health and Physical Education learning area and strengthens key competencies within The New Zealand Curriculum.
  • Practical and easy to implement
    Schools receive clear communication, structured delivery, and a programme that fits within existing school environments.
  • Builds confidence for staff and students
    Teachers and school communities feel more confident recognising concerns, responding appropriately, and supporting student wellbeing.
  • Focus on prevention, not fear
    The programme equips children and adults with knowledge and skills in a way that builds confidence, without creating anxiety.

Yr 5 & Yr 6: Each class has a two thirds of a day programme: Tū Tika© The Educator provides a mixture of story telling, media, discussion and interactive activity.

Yr 5-6


* Confidence
* Handling stress
* What is bullying / Is it bullying? - Forms of bullying - Peer pressure
* Friendship & positive relationships
* Consent & Body Autonomy
* Harmful effects of bullying - hurt on the outside/hurt on the inside
* Recognising appropriate and inappropriate behaviours
* Recognising and understanding feelings and feelings of others / empathy
* Positive social skills / sense of community: kindness & compliments
* Manaaki - you are not alone / supports
* How to respond to bullying / Be a safe Up-stander 
* Online influences / Social Media manners / Cyber safety
* Body Image Self Esteem and Assertive communication skills

If a full primary/intermediate  – Yr 7 & Yr 8: Each class has a two thirds of a day programme: Tū Tika© The Educator provides a mixture of media, role play, discussion and interactive activity.

Yr 7-8

* Confidence
* Tools for handling stress and reducing anxiety
* Recognise and understanding feelings and feelings of others / empathy 
* Positive social skills / sense of community: kindness & compliments 
* Manaaki - you are not alone / supports 
* Media Manners & Cyber safety
* Body image & Diversity
* Consent & Healthy Relationships
* Understanding the teenage brain, tips to manage emotions
* Resources in your community

High Schools – Yr 9 – Yr 13: Talk with us and together we will create a programme that works for you (suggestions are: within health classes or within form time) The Educator will facilitate classes assisting youth to identify, discover and practice wellbeing and skills to lead into a bright future: Teen Talks© and Healthy Relationships programmes.

Yr 9 - Yr 13


* Confidence
* Handling stress
* Friendship & positive relationships
* Recognising appropriate and inappropriate behaviours
* Healthy vs unhealthy relationships
* Consent
* Empathy - understanding feelings and feelings of others
* Celebrating diversity
* Understanding equality, equity & intersectionality
* Positive social skills / Se