Exciting News: StepsWeb Partners with Pearson Australia

Australia is a big place. From the bustling classrooms of Sydney to the outback schools miles from anywhere, supporting every teacher and learner takes local knowledge with a strong network. That’s why we’ve joined forces with Pearson Australia - to make sure StepsWeb feels just as close and easy to use whether you’re in Brisbane, Perth, or anywhere in between.

This partnership is designed to make it even easier for Australian schools to use and implement StepsWeb resources, while ensuring New Zealand schools continue to receive the same exceptional, Christchurch-based customer service you’ve come to expect.

What this means for Australian Schools

From your school's next renewal date, Pearson will be your main point of contact for all things StepsWeb in Australia. 

This gives you some great benefits:

• Help closer to home: With Pearson’s local team, Australian schools will have support that truly understands their context.
• Easier to access workbooks: Orders will be fulfilled from within Australia, meaning faster delivery and simpler logistics. 
• State-specific fonts: It’s also worth mentioning that our workbooks are now available in VIC, NSW, QLD, and Sassoon fonts, making them an even better fit for your classroom. 
• More improvements over time: Pearson’s direct connection with schools means your ideas influence how StepsWeb develops.

What this means for schools in New Zealand and abroad

For our New Zealand and international schools and parents, things will continue just as they are - which is a great thing! You’ll keep working directly with the StepsWeb team who are the ones designing, developing, and continually improving the program, from right here in New Zealand.

Looking ahead

With Pearson’s local expertise, Australian schools will get faster support, tailored resources, and a team that truly understands their classroom needs, all while we continue to provide the same high-quality support for our New Zealand schools. Together, we’re making literacy support stronger, closer, and easier for every teacher and learner, no matter where they are.

Stay tuned for more updates!