Apply for the Science Teaching Leadership Programme

(updated 21 July 2026)

Applications are open now and close 28 August 2026. 

1. First, please read the:
   • General information for schools and interested teachers on the Royal Society Te Apārangi’s website.
   • Applying for the Science Teaching Leadership Programme 2027.
     
     
2. If you are a teacher, you need to work with your Principal (and Head of Department where relevant) to complete the Application Form.
   • 2027 Application form
     Please type your application in the electronic form, and send all sections as one PDF.
     
     
3. The Teacher, Principal (and Head of Department where relevant), and Presiding Member of the School Board must sign the Declaration Form.
   • 2027 Declaration Form
     The Declaration Form is to be submitted alongside the Application Form
     
     
4. Submit the Application and Declaration Forms to stlp@royalsociety.org.nz 
   

We look forward to receiving your application.

If you have any questions about the Programme, please contact stlp@royalsociety.org.nz.