The HeartLead NZ Individual Planning Template supports kaiako to plan with clarity, confidence, and intention — helping you move beyond documentation toward truly responsive teaching.
Designed to align with Te Whāriki, He Māpuna te Tamaiti, and Kōwhiti Whakapae, this editable Word document provides a clear, reflective structure that takes you from noticing to responding and evaluating. It links seamlessly with the Intentional Practice Reference Guide, supporting you to identify learning outcomes, determine possible trajectories, and design intentional responses that grow children’s learning in purposeful ways.
This resource helps kaiako strengthen the link between observation, planning, and teaching — keeping the process meaningful, relational, and grounded in our shared guiding frameworks.
What’s Included
Editable Word Template — ready for individual or small-group planning
Instruction Guide (PDF) with detailed explanations and examples for each section
Perfect For
Teachers and leaders wanting to simplify and strengthen their planning process
Centres seeking to align internal documentation with guiding documents
Wānanga or PGC discussions focused on intentional teaching practice
Integrating with the Intentional Practice Reference Guide for deeper reflection




