Understanding the Gaming World
A practical introduction to gaming and esports for parents and whānau. This presentation helps families better understand what gaming means to young people, addresses common concerns and tension points, and provides practical ways to support a healthier, more balanced relationship with gaming.
The presentation also introduces school esports, the E Blacks national team and the wide range of career opportunities connected to gaming and esports.
25 mins, including Q&A
Parent evening, whānau information session, school community event
Parents & whānau, Teachers & school staff
Parent presentation attendance requirement
This is a parent and whānau presentation, not a student assembly. Teachers and school staff are welcome to attend. A minimum of 30 parents must be confirmed before the session can be organised; otherwise, it will be cancelled. Please contact us for more information.
Learning outcomes
Understand the role gaming plays in young people's lives
Recognise gaming as a space for social connection, identity, achievement, competition and recreation.
Recognise common gaming-related tension points
Understand issues such as difficulty stopping, sleep, time management, online behaviour, stranger interactions and emotional regulation.
Use practical strategies for healthier conversations about gaming
Learn how timing, curiosity, boundaries and a balanced lifestyle can reduce conflict around gaming.
Understand where gaming and esports can lead
Explore pathways ranging from game development and design through to events, marketing, teaching, psychology, sports science and other careers.
Required equipment
Projector or presentation screen
For displaying the presentation.
Microphone for larger audiences
Recommended for parent evenings, halls or larger community sessions.
Audience phones for Q&A, optional
The presentation includes QR-based audience questions, so attendees can submit questions from their phones if that functionality is being used.
What to expect
This is a positive, practical presentation rather than an anti-gaming talk. It helps parents understand why gaming matters to young people, puts common concerns into context and gives families practical ways to have better conversations and set healthier boundaries.
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Session 1
A positive, practical introduction that helps parents and whānau understand young people's gaming and support healthier habits and conversations.
Type any time between 8:00am and 4:00pm.
Need help choosing?
We can help shape the right session mix.
Many schools combine wellbeing, pathways, and introductory esports content into one visit. Use the booking flow to request multiple sessions together.
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