About the role play programme

In this programme, students (Year 6–8) take part in legislative debate while playing the roles of the Speaker, members of Parliament, and other House officers. Students representing members from the Government and Opposition prepare speeches to reinforce their position and express their points of view during the third reading of a bill. This leads to a final vote.

This programme is a fantastic way for students to experience a little of what it means to be a member of Parliament in New Zealand, complete with costumes and props. Students learn about the lawmaking role and responsibilities of Parliament.

Group size

Maximum group size is 42, including teachers and accompanying adults.

Preparing for role play

Teachers need to do some very basic preparatory work with their students before their visit so that the role play programme is successful for them. We will send you all the information you need when you book a programme.

Booking information

To ask for more information about our role play programme, please contact us using the link in the ‘Email contacts’ panel.

To make a provisional booking, download the booking form from the ‘Downloads’ panel, complete the fields, and fax the form to us. We’ll contact you as soon as we can to confirm if your choice of time is available.