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Impact

When it comes to impact, the Wonder Project means business. For over 5 years, we’ve consulted experts, reviewed research, conducted interviews, collected survey results, and observed classrooms to iterate our offerings and ensure they’re delivering on what they’re meant to.

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    Inspiring ākonga with STEM
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    Futureproofing the STEM industry
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    Building kaiako and ākonga confidence
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    Connecting classrooms with STEM role models
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    Improving ākonga engagement
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So far we've

  • Inspired over 100,000 ākonga
  • Reached almost 4000 classrooms
  • Touched over 1200 unique schools
  • Been supported by over 2000 ambassadors

And we're not stopping there!

Challenge impact

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Rocket Challenge

Here’s what participants said about the 2024 Rocket Challenge:

  • 96% of kaiako increased their confidence in teaching STEM
  • 98% of kaiako and 80% of ākonga said they would do it again
  • 56% of ākonga were more interested in STEM jobs after the challenge
  • 93% of kaiako said ākonga were engaged with the programme
  • 94% of ambassadors would recommend the experience to others

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Power Challenge

Here’s what participants said about the 2023 Power Challenge:

  • 98% of kaiako increased their confidence in teaching STEM
  • 93% of kaiako and 67% of ākonga said they would do it again
  • 43% of ākonga were more interested in STEM jobs after the challenge
  • 91% of kaiako said ākonga were engaged with the programme
  • 98% of ambassadors would recommend the experience to others

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Matthew Johnston

Pukerua Bay School

“The Wonder Project made all aspects of STEM teaching really accessible and fun. If you are nervous about making STEM learning happen in your classroom, this is the best way to make that first step!”

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Jane Kubala

Watercare Services

“Seeing the excitement and inquisitive approach from all the children in the challenge, highlights how important these activities are to developing the next generation of STEM professionals.”

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Taumoana Malaki-Williams

St Mary's Catholic School

“I really enjoy STEM after doing the Wonder Project. It’s challenging and fun!”

Impact reports

Programme Annual Impact Report

Impact Report 2023 (PDF, 9.2 MB)

Rocket Challenge results

Rocket Challenge Impact 2024 (PDF, 12.9 MB)

Power Challenge results

Power Challenge Impact 2023 (PDF, 5.9 MB)

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