Education
Gain valuable insights into the New Zealand education sector through informative articles.
Discover the unique characteristics of the country’s education system, including its teaching methods, curriculum frameworks, and student support initiatives. Whether you are an educator, parent, or interested in the field of education, these articles provide a comprehensive overview of New Zealand’s commitment to promoting knowledge, creativity, and cultural diversity in its schools.
The articles below allow you to explore the challenges and successes of the education sector, and gain a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to New Zealand’s reputation for excellence in education.
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Nov- 2023 -27 November
Principal Speaks: Responding to young people’s needs
Principal Soana Pamaka on creating tailor-made solutions for their rangatahi and the wider community at Tāmaki College.
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Oct- 2023 -30 October
Te Kura: Not just a correspondence school
Formerly The Correspondence School, Te Kura has evolved throughout its long history to meet the needs of students today.
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25 October
Establishing a new primary school
Discover the incredible journey of setting up a brand new primary school, filled with excitement, challenges, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.…
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24 October
Literacy: a skill for life
Literacy is an important foundational skill for all students. How can we support all tamariki to strengthen these skills?
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Sep- 2023 -11 September
Connected to careers
Leigh Gray outlines how connections with the world of work allow young people to discover, explore and experience different career…
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4 September
Addressing the staffing crisis in Aotearoa New Zealand’s education sector
With education becoming increasingly understaffed, in this Special Report we look at the research – how can we keep educators…
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Aug- 2023 -28 August
Principal Speaks: True equity in education
Principal Graeme Norman of Te Kōmanawa Rowley School addresses equity, inclusion & access in the this edition of our Principal…
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28 August
Equipping students to reach their career goals
From careers fairs, to work experience and industry networking, we discuss how to empower all students to pursue their dream…
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21 August
Inclusive classrooms to meet all learning needs
Identifying and recognising the special learning needs of each student is essential to ensure all tamariki reach their potential.
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Jul- 2023 -31 July
Building real-world skills at Kamo High School Trades Academy
We visit Kamo High School and learn about their trades program, which ensures students achieve learning goals while build real-world…
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31 July
Empowering Every Learner: Inclusive Literacy Education
Carla McNeil discusses the importance of using an effective, evidence-based approach to teaching literacy for all students.
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17 July
Bridging the digital divide with Apple and Te Pūkenga
A new programme run by Apple and Te Pūkenga promises to help bridge the digital divide for Māori learners in…
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Jun- 2023 -16 June
Technology in the classroom: A tale of two schools
In this Principal Speaks column, Cristian Rodriguez reflects on the evolution of teaching and learning, and the important role of…
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2 June
The politics of education
With a national election later this year, we asked educator's themselves what they want to see in our party's election…
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Apr- 2023 -24 April
Principals vote for a work ban
Primary and area school principals have voted in favour of a work ban effective from the first day of term…
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24 April
National Excellence in Teaching (NEiTA) awards open for nominations
NEiTA nominations are now open for parents, students and schools to nominate a leading educator in their community.
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24 April
Cambridge International science competition now open
The Cambridge Upper Secondary Science Competition is now open to New Zealand secondary school students. Expressions of intention to enter…
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1 April
World Autism Day
Discover how you can best support ākonga on the spectrum this World Autism Day. Learn about those on the spectrum,…
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Mar- 2023 -27 March
Secondary and area school teachers set to strike again
Members of PPTA Te Wehengarua have voted to hold another one day national strike over collective agreement negotiations.
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24 March
Special Report: A more equitable education system for Aotearoa?
Will the curriculum refresh deliver results for educators and students? We investigate the implications in this special report.
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24 March
STEAM: Creating future problem solvers
Flexible thinking, innovate mindsets and social and cultural awareness make STEAM education important for students of all ages.
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9 March
A more equitable education system for Aotearoa?
Hopes are high for the curriculum refresh, but so are concerns of inadequate resourcing, inequitable implementation, and poor timing.
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Feb- 2023 -21 February
New report shows the dire state of post-COVID education
Teachers have voiced concern over the state of our education post-Covid, and for the ākonga who struggled to learn through…
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21 February
Learning to read for pleasure is a serious matter – NZ schools should embrace a new curriculum
The presence of reading for pleasure in the curriculum will require schools and teachers to ensure it is happening
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17 February
Principal Speaks: Ensuring the best for our rangatahi
Mangakahia Area School principal Maria Dunn discusses inclusion, building community and empowering all learners and educators.
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