Partner Programs, Discount Codes & Affiliate Links

Art with Meg is run by Meg, an artist and homeschool parent from Gisborne. Her website offers Online Visual Arts Resources and lessons. Every lesson is a a complete package that supports the child through the process of creating the artwork. They include detailed video instruction, downloads, links and any other resource that may be required to provide context to the particular project. Meg is also available for support and advice. The website is growing all the time with new content being added regularly, there is also a free lesson on the website to trial.

Art with Meg is offering a special discount to NCHENZ members of 25% off – enter the code NCHENZ25 at checkout.

Sarah’s Studio is a fantastic homegrown kiwi business, delivering art boxes to your very own home! Each box has two crafts, with everything you need to complete them supplied. Step-by-step instructions make them easy to use, and fun for everyone! The art boxes are aimed at ages 6 and upwards.

NCHENZ Members receive a 10% discount on any art box, collection of art boxes, or even any current specials. To access this discount, email programs@nchenz.org.nz with your NCHENZ Membership Number.

Established in 2012, Artventure is the largest online library in the world of art lessons based on the Australian National Curriculum. NCHENZ had a bulk subscription for members in those early days! Artventure is designed for kids aged 4-12, and Art Eye Deer is designed for teens 12-19yrs. There are over 700 lessons to choose from. Use code NCHENZ at the checkout to received 34% discount, including for annual renewal.

Support NCHENZ by signing up to IXL via our link. You receive 20% off your first month or year and NCHENZ receives a (very) small commission.

MoneyTime is an online financial literacy program designed for NZ children aged 10-14yrs, incorporating 43 self-taught modules and automatically marked quizzes. It covers the full spectrum of financial literacy – from earning, banking and budgeting to borrowing, investing and business. The program was introduced into NZ schools mid-way through 2018 and already more than 30,000 students have used it.

Check out the video “The online game that teaches kids about money” to see why MoneyTime’s family license is the perfect financial education resource for homeschoolers. NCHENZ members 45% discount, use code MTNCHENZ at checkout.

Phonics Hero will teach your 4-7yr old child how to read and spell with each of the critical 44 sounds in the English language. NCHENZ Members receive 12 months for the price of 6. To access this discount, email programs@nchenz.org.nz with your NCHENZ Membership Number. Once you get the discount code, email Phonics Hero for payment instructions.

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is a charitable organisation that helps to protect over 34,000 animals in Aotearoa each year. The SPCA has a comprehensive education programme and they are keen to include the home education community. Find out more here.

Founded by Sir Graeme Dingle in 1972 with Sir Edmund Hillary as patron, Hillary Outdoors is Aotearoa’s leading provider of youth outdoor education experiences. With some courses specifically catering to homeschooled students, Hillary Outdoors is also an accredited outdoor provider for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award offered at Tongariro Centre during the school holidays. Find out more here.