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Knowledge Creation
Knowledge Creation
INDIGENOUS, TRANSFORMATIVE, CREATIVE
INDIGENOUS, TRANSFORMATIVE, CREATIVE
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT
Kua tawhiti kē to haerenga mai, ka kore e haere tonu, He nui rawa o mahi, kia kore e mahi tonu
Kua tawhiti kē to haerenga mai, ka kore e haere tonu, He nui rawa o mahi, kia kore e mahi tonu
You have come too far not to go further, you have done too much not to do more.
Tā Himi Henare
Dr Arvay Armstrong-Read
Te Waiariki, Ngāti Teara, Te Orewai, Ngātihine
Kia ora,
Kia ora,
My name is Dr Arvay Armstrong-Read, Director and Independent Consultant of Knowledge Creation. Established in 2011, Knowledge Creation has grown into a credible consultancy dedicated to supporting a comprehensive range of professional services across the corporate, education, community, and public sectors. As an experienced Educational Consultant I support organisations to strengthen their cultural capacity and provide robust advice to implement Te Tiriti o Waitangi practice and engagement. I bring significant lived experience and understand the complexities associated with hapū and Iwi relationships. In addition I am known for translating complex cultural concepts into clear, actionable guidance that improves policy, practice, and outcomes for organisations. Central to this work is the development and application of Māori frameworks that are thoughtfully designed and adapted for diverse audiences. These frameworks translate Mātauranga Māori into practical, accessible, and strategically relevant approaches that can be meaningfully integrated within varied organisational contexts.
My name is Dr Arvay Armstrong-Read, Director and Independent Consultant of Knowledge Creation. Established in 2011, Knowledge Creation has grown into a credible consultancy dedicated to supporting a comprehensive range of professional services across the corporate, education, community, and public sectors. As an experienced Educational Consultant I support organisations to strengthen their cultural capacity and provide robust advice to implement Te Tiriti o Waitangi practice and engagement. I bring significant lived experience and understand the complexities associated with hapū and Iwi relationships. In addition I am known for translating complex cultural concepts into clear, actionable guidance that improves policy, practice, and outcomes for organisations. Central to this work is the development and application of Māori frameworks that are thoughtfully designed and adapted for diverse audiences. These frameworks translate Mātauranga Māori into practical, accessible, and strategically relevant approaches that can be meaningfully integrated within varied organisational contexts.
Working from an educational foundation, I offer tailored learning and development opportunities that uphold cultural integrity while remaining responsive to sector-specific needs. Each engagement is grounded in manaakitanga (respectful partnership), whanaungatanga (authentic relationship-building), and a commitment to achieving impactful, sustainable outcomes.
Working from an educational foundation, I offer tailored learning and development opportunities that uphold cultural integrity while remaining responsive to sector-specific needs. Each engagement is grounded in manaakitanga (respectful partnership), whanaungatanga (authentic relationship-building), and a commitment to achieving impactful, sustainable outcomes.
By weaving cultural expertise with big-picture strategic thinking and creative problem-solving, I can support organisations to navigate cultural complexities, strengthen capability, and implement solutions that honour Māori perspectives while remaining relevant and effective across multidisciplinary environments.
By weaving cultural expertise with big-picture strategic thinking and creative problem-solving, I can support organisations to navigate cultural complexities, strengthen capability, and implement solutions that honour Māori perspectives while remaining relevant and effective across multidisciplinary environments.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Doctor of Philosophy - Education (2023) - Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
Doctor of Philosophy - Education (2023) - Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
Masters of Education - (2011) - University of Western Sydney, Australia
Masters of Education - (2011) - University of Western Sydney, Australia
Bachelor of Education - (2006) - Christchurch College of Education, New Zealand
Bachelor of Education - (2006) - Christchurch College of Education, New Zealand
Publications
Publications
Nuttall, J., Reinertsen, A. B., & Armstrong-Read, A. H. (2023). Learning to Lead in Early Childhood Education: New Methodologies for Research and Practice. Cambridge University Press.
Nuttall, J., Reinertsen, A. B., & Armstrong-Read, A. H. (2023). Learning to Lead in Early Childhood Education: New Methodologies for Research and Practice. Cambridge University Press.
Armstrong-Read, A. H. (2022). Te Reo Karanga o Matangireia-The sacred call of leadership: Wahine Maori perspectives of leadership in early childhood education and the denial of the sacred Karanga of leadership by the persistence of colonisation in mainstream early childhood services in Aotearoa New Zealand (Doctoral dissertation).
Armstrong-Read, A. H. (2022). Te Reo Karanga o Matangireia-The sacred call of leadership: Wahine Maori perspectives of leadership in early childhood education and the denial of the sacred Karanga of leadership by the persistence of colonisation in mainstream early childhood services in Aotearoa New Zealand (Doctoral dissertation).
William,N., Carroll-Lind, J., Smith, L. (2015). Occasional Paper Series , Number 2. Tōku Anō Ao Maori : My very own world. Whanaungatanga as Pedagogical Leadership.Wellington, NZ: Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand.
William,N., Carroll-Lind, J., Smith, L. (2015). Occasional Paper Series , Number 2. Tōku Anō Ao Maori : My very own world. Whanaungatanga as Pedagogical Leadership.Wellington, NZ: Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand.
Ord K., Mane J., Smorti S., Carroll-Lind J., Robinson L., Armstrong-Read A., … Julal J. (2013). Te whakapakari kaiārahi āhuatanga ako kōhungahunga: Developing pedagogical leadership in early childhood education. Wellington, NZ: New Zealand Childcare Association.
Ord K., Mane J., Smorti S., Carroll-Lind J., Robinson L., Armstrong-Read A., … Julal J. (2013). Te whakapakari kaiārahi āhuatanga ako kōhungahunga: Developing pedagogical leadership in early childhood education. Wellington, NZ: New Zealand Childcare Association.
Work Experience
Work Experience
Consultant:
Consultant:
PLD Facilitator - (2016 - 2026 ) Ministry of Education, Tai Tokerau, Auckland , Hamilton New Zealand. -
PLD Facilitator - (2016 - 2026 ) Ministry of Education, Tai Tokerau, Auckland , Hamilton New Zealand. -
Facilitators work directly with the Ministry of Education and undertake contracting to work alongside managers and teachers to improve teaching practice, often through cluster workshops or in-centre support. Workshops are tailored to individual services and are often done over a 3-6 month period. I have delivered contracts in both the Selo 1, and 2 programmes.
Facilitators work directly with the Ministry of Education and undertake contracting to work alongside managers and teachers to improve teaching practice, often through cluster workshops or in-centre support. Workshops are tailored to individual services and are often done over a 3-6 month period. I have delivered contracts in both the Selo 1, and 2 programmes.
Selo Programme 1 - (Licensing Support): In-depth, targeted support for services struggling to meet Ministry licensing criteria.
Selo Programme 1 - (Licensing Support): In-depth, targeted support for services struggling to meet Ministry licensing criteria.
Selo Programme 2 : Flexible, tailored professional learning and development to help services meet National Education and Learning Priorities (NELP).
Selo Programme 2 : Flexible, tailored professional learning and development to help services meet National Education and Learning Priorities (NELP).
Focus Areas:
Focus Areas:
Leadership Development: Building capability in pedagogical leadership, including Māori and Pacific contexts.
Leadership Development: Building capability in pedagogical leadership, including Māori and Pacific contexts.
Curriculum Delivery: Strengthening Te Whāriki, Bi-cultural practice,Te Reo and Tikanga practices
Curriculum Delivery: Strengthening Te Whāriki, Bi-cultural practice,Te Reo and Tikanga practices
Inclusive Environments: Supporting teachers to implement Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Culture & Identity, combat racism, design programmes to support the aspirations of māori and pacific communities.
Inclusive Environments: Supporting teachers to implement Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Culture & Identity, combat racism, design programmes to support the aspirations of māori and pacific communities.
Workshop Delivery : Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Kaupapa Maori Assessment, Weaving Kaupapa Maori Dispositions, Understanding a Te Ao Maori Worldview.
Workshop Delivery : Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Kaupapa Maori Assessment, Weaving Kaupapa Maori Dispositions, Understanding a Te Ao Maori Worldview.
Leadership - Te Reo Karanga o Matangireia, Governance and strategic planning, Policy review and implementation, Te Whāriki - weaving curriculum into teaching practice.
Leadership - Te Reo Karanga o Matangireia, Governance and strategic planning, Policy review and implementation, Te Whāriki - weaving curriculum into teaching practice.
Project Lead - Freshwater Monitoring Project (2025 -2026) Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapu Iwi Trust, Hoe Taiao
Project Lead - Freshwater Monitoring Project (2025 -2026) Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapu Iwi Trust, Hoe Taiao
The Project Lead for the Freshwater Monitoring Programme provides strategic oversight and coordination of monitoring activities across the awa and wider catchment. The role includes guiding the design and implementation of monitoring frameworks, supporting kaimahi undertaking fieldwork, and ensuring the collection and analysis of data aligns with both scientific methods and mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge systems). Through this work, the Project Lead helps strengthen hapū capacity to uphold kaitiakitanga (environmental guardianship) of freshwater systems, while providing reliable information that supports environmental management, restoration planning, and informed decision-making for the protection of the awa (river) and taiao (natural environment).
The Project Lead for the Freshwater Monitoring Programme provides strategic oversight and coordination of monitoring activities across the awa and wider catchment. The role includes guiding the design and implementation of monitoring frameworks, supporting kaimahi undertaking fieldwork, and ensuring the collection and analysis of data aligns with both scientific methods and mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge systems). Through this work, the Project Lead helps strengthen hapū capacity to uphold kaitiakitanga (environmental guardianship) of freshwater systems, while providing reliable information that supports environmental management, restoration planning, and informed decision-making for the protection of the awa (river) and taiao (natural environment).
Project Lead - Climate Change & Adaptation Project (2024) Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapu, Hoe Taiao
Project Lead - Climate Change & Adaptation Project (2024) Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapu, Hoe Taiao
Led the development and implementation of a climate change and adaptation project supporting hapū planning and resilience. The role involved coordinating research, stakeholder engagement, and environmental monitoring while integrating mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge systems) and Te Ao Māori (Māori worldview) to inform adaptation strategies. Responsibilities included project planning, partnership development with iwi, hapū, and agencies, and guiding initiatives that strengthen kaitiakitanga (environmental guardianship) and long-term protection of whenua and wai. Crown engagement and working with agencies to present the work undertaken in the project.
Led the development and implementation of a climate change and adaptation project supporting hapū planning and resilience. The role involved coordinating research, stakeholder engagement, and environmental monitoring while integrating mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge systems) and Te Ao Māori (Māori worldview) to inform adaptation strategies. Responsibilities included project planning, partnership development with iwi, hapū, and agencies, and guiding initiatives that strengthen kaitiakitanga (environmental guardianship) and long-term protection of whenua and wai. Crown engagement and working with agencies to present the work undertaken in the project.
Project Lead - Tai tamariki Kaitiakitanga Monitoring Project (2024) Kete Matauranga Trust
Project Lead - Tai tamariki Kaitiakitanga Monitoring Project (2024) Kete Matauranga Trust
The Project Lead for the Tai Tamariki Snorkelling Programme coordinated activities that encourage rangatahi and tamariki to connect with and learn about the moana (ocean) through hands-on marine experiences. The role involves organising snorkelling and marine monitoring activities, supporting youth learning about coastal ecosystems, and fostering a deeper understanding of their role as kaitiaki (guardians) of the marine environment. Guided by Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge systems), the programme nurtures respect for the moana while strengthening whanaungatanga (relationships) between young people, their environment, and being custodians to care for the moana. This work helps build the next generation of environmental stewards who are confident, knowledgeable, and committed to protecting the taiao for future generations.
The Project Lead for the Tai Tamariki Snorkelling Programme coordinated activities that encourage rangatahi and tamariki to connect with and learn about the moana (ocean) through hands-on marine experiences. The role involves organising snorkelling and marine monitoring activities, supporting youth learning about coastal ecosystems, and fostering a deeper understanding of their role as kaitiaki (guardians) of the marine environment. Guided by Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge systems), the programme nurtures respect for the moana while strengthening whanaungatanga (relationships) between young people, their environment, and being custodians to care for the moana. This work helps build the next generation of environmental stewards who are confident, knowledgeable, and committed to protecting the taiao for future generations.
Advisor - Strategic Planning (2018) : Mohinui Marae, Waiomio, Northland
Advisor - Strategic Planning (2018) : Mohinui Marae, Waiomio, Northland
Advisor - Strategic Mapping and aspirations (2019) : Otiria Marae, Northland
Advisor - Strategic Mapping and aspirations (2019) : Otiria Marae, Northland
Areas of expertise
Areas of expertise
Kaupapa Māori Research
Kaupapa Māori Research
Relationship Management
Relationship Management
Data Analysis & Interpretation
Data Analysis & Interpretation
Cutlural Competency
Cutlural Competency
Project Management
Project Management
Report writing and Presentations
Report writing and Presentations
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