Growing confident learners, connected communities and thriving schools.
Kura Mai Collective partners with schools to strengthen learner wellbeing, build staff capability and create learning environments where every learner feels connected, capable and empowered to succeed.
Every learner is different. Every school is different. That’s why our programmes are adaptable.
Who we work with
From one-off workshops to long-term partnerships, we work with:
Primary Schools
Intermediate Schools
High Schools
Learning Support co-ordinators
School leadership teams
Sports groups & clubs
What we do
Our programmes are designed with people at the heart.
Every workshop or lesson we offer will engage learners through practical experiences, meaningful relationships and real-world learning.
Learning support & inclusion
Developing confident young leaders who have the skills to make a positive impact.
Social & emotional literacy
Supporting learners to build confidence, emotional regulation and healthy relationships.
Leadership & community
Targeted support for learners and educators requiring additional guidance, engagement or intervention.
Creative arts
Experiences that strengthen identity, belonging and connection through community partnerships, creative learning and cultural programmes.
Experience you can trust.
Kura Mai Collective was founded by experienced educators Mark Armstrong and Diana Hoskin, who share a passion for helping learners, educators and school communities flourish.
Between them, Mark and Diana bring decades of experience across specialist learning support, educational leadership, wellbeing and youth development. As former RTLB practitioners, senior school leaders and programme facilitators, they understand schools from the inside out—and work alongside educators to create practical solutions that make a lasting difference.
Let's build something that works for your school.
Whether you're looking for learner support, professional development or a tailored programme for your school community, we'd love to start the conversation.
Tell us a little about your school and how we can help.
Di and Mark are remarkable educators and learning and behaviour specialists. They have led our learning and behaviour spaces and delivered professional development to our staff. Both are exceptional with learners and families, bringing such relational expertise. It’s obvious that relationships are key in their practice. - Sarah McCarrison
Mark Armstrong is an exceptional educator — vibrant, deeply intelligent, endlessly creative and extraordinarily versatile, with a rare ability to inspire, challenge and genuinely connect with every young person he works with. He brings an infectious energy and combines innovation, empathy and professionalism in a way that makes him not simply an outstanding teacher, but the kind of educator students remember for the rest of their lives. - Sal Gordon
Hou, Matua Mark and Whaea Di ever since we arrived on camp you treated us like family. The way New Zealand hosts and spreads kindness reminds me exactly of home. I hope someday we can go pop some manus just like we did today in the awa/river – Mahalo, Dylan, Hawaii
The most amazing camp and visit to New Zealand. The scenery, the adventure, the peacefulness and the fun. Thank you Whaea Di and Matua Mark for a remarkable trip we will never forget – Ken, Japan
Connections, understanding, mindfulness, peace. Only a few of the things we experienced with you. We leave with full cups. Gracious thanks to Whaea Di and Matua Mark. Kindness regards and wishes to all – Rebecca, Kaponga, NZ