Registering and logging in
Registering with TKI | Logging in to TKI | Formal registration process | FAQ
To take advantage of the full set of TKI features you will need to register and log in. Logging in allows you to better personalise your experience by saving custom homepage layouts, creating personal kete, and saving bookmarks and searches.
TKI uses the New Zealand Education Sector Logon system for user accounts - if you already have an Education Sector Logon then you are ready to log in right away.
If you don't already have an Education Sector Logon, you should register for one now. It only takes a moment.
Registering with TKI
You need javascript enabled to view this content.You can register for an Education Sector Logon by clicking Register from the top right of any TKI page.
The registration process takes you to the (orange) Education Sector Logon website. You will need to fill in the registration form and follow through their process.
If you have any problems with the registration process you should contact the Sector Service Desk on 0800 422 599 or email sector.servicedesk@minedu.govt.nz.
Logging in to TKI
You need javascript enabled to view this content.Once you have successfully registered for an Education Sector Logon, you can log in to TKI from the top right of any page.
Clicking Log in will take you to the (orange) Education Sector Logon website, where you need to enter your username and password and click Logon.
If your details are successfully verified you will be redirected back to TKI, and will now be logged in. You should see your username at the top right, instead of the Log in link.
Your browser may present a security warning while you are being redirected back to TKI. You can safely dismiss this warning.
If you need help with logging in you should contact the Sector Service Desk on 0800 422 599 or email sector.servicedesk@minedu.govt.nz.
Formal registration process for a moderated Education Sector Logon
Some TKI communities have privacy and copyright restrictions that require you to be a proven New Zealand educator. If you would like to join one of these communities, for example Digistore, you can do so by registering for a formal Education Sector Logon. This process requires you to provide proof of your identity.
These are the forms you will need to complete:
- Request for User Setup and Access (PDF 47KB)
- Evidence of identity document requirements (PDF, 19KB)
- Conditions of Use (PDF, 57KB)
School principals, or a staff or board of trustees member with delegated authority, can organise for school staff to be registered formally as a group. To do this, complete Application to be a Delegated Authoriser (PDF 49KB), and return it to the Sector Services Desk.
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of registering for a TKI account?
Certain TKI features require you to be logged in. For instance, logged in users can save custom homepages, create personal kete, and save bookmarks and searches.
Why does TKI use the Education Sector Logon?
The Education Sector Logon system allows New Zealand educators to access multiple online services with a single account. For users who use many education sector services, this single set of credentials greatly simplifies their access.
How do I reset my password?
You can reset your Education Sector password here. Note that Education Sector Logon issues are handled by the Sector Service desk. You can contact them for support on 0800 422 599 or email sector.servicedesk@minedu.govt.nz.