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.
- Sep- 2018 -6 September
On compulsory reo Māori in schools… What do we know so far?
Alice Patrick (mother, kui, and PLD facilitator) uses de Bono’s hats to explore different perspectives associated with the thorny issue…
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‘Post activity’ outdoor education – a new era dawns
Sure, students can learn to tramp up mountains and climb rock faces, but outdoor education (OE) develops a lot more…
Read More » - 4 September
Schools line up for national robotics challenge
A robotics competition for primary schools that began in the Eastern Bay of Plenty has become a national event.
Read More » - 4 September
Strong start for Māori Language Strategy
“Overall there is support for the strategy. Wider themes are also emerging to do with the role of teachers, compulsory…
Read More » - 4 September
Final decision to cancel Hato Petera integration agreement
“Despite all efforts to find a way of keeping the school going, the reality is that it is no longer…
Read More » - 4 September
Positive change to school bus rules?
The issue of children’s safety when standing on school buses was raised by Wanaka Primary School Board Chairman, Andrew Howard…
Read More » - 4 September
OPINION: Should NZ schools ban mobile phones?
Mobile phones in schools are being accused of derailing learning and causing bitter squabbles between teachers and students as they…
Read More » - Aug- 2018 -28 August
Despite teacher shortage, Gov’t rolls out $82.5m to redevelop classrooms, provide MLEs
Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins announced the package during a visit to Onehunga High School in Auckland, where nearly $28…
Read More » - 28 August
You’re teaching creators now, not children
How many of your students want to ‘be a Youtuber’? Frankly, most of our youngsters are already content creators online.…
Read More » - 28 August
The health initiative making waves in low decile schools
Eighty-three percent of principals said the overall health of their children would decline if FIS ended, with 74% and 62%…
Read More » - 28 August
Torbay School pilots student-led Te Reo Māori
The student-led te Reo Māori pilot is the brainwave of teacher Sam Boriboun, whose wife Roimata Smail created Wai Ako, “I…
Read More » - 28 August
New pathway to residential special schools
“As a result of the new pathway, I expect more children and young people with complex and challenging learning support…
Read More » - 21 August
4-year challenge ends: Auckland Girls Grammar School back in the clear with ERO
Since the injection of new Principal Ngaire Ashmore 18 months ago, the school’s officially back on track.
Read More » - 20 August
The darker the uniform, the meaner the team?
There’s some interesting psychology surrounding sports uniforms...
Read More » - 20 August
Students protest homophobia, biphobia and transphobia
Day of Silence is the largest student-driven action for safe schools in the world, and was introduced to New Zealand…
Read More » - 20 August
$30m school expansion set for Manukura & Te Wharekura o Ngā Purapura o Te Aroha
The funding is part of Budget 2018 investment to support schools experiencing roll growth pressures, with almost $70m to build…
Read More » - 20 August
‘Adventure education’ could prove key to improving teen mental health
New study highlights the need to address the particular mental health challenges faced by adolescent Maori and adolescents from low…
Read More » - 20 August
Negotiations still underway for teachers & principals
21 days and counting for the education sector, as hope for a settlement following strike action persists, and public support…
Read More » - 14 August
STRIKE DAY: first educators’ strike in 24 years
29,000 primary teachers, principals and their supporters take to the streets in public events
Read More » - 14 August
Some students need additional support – is flexibility the solution?
In theory, the push towards ‘Flexible Learning Spaces’ should support a diverse range of students as the principles are strongly…
Read More » - 14 August
OPINION: Principal challenges Prime Minister’s statement
“The Prime Minister must be getting appalling advice from her bureaucrats in their comfortable warm Wellington offices, because the one…
Read More » - 14 August
When students love homework: The Casebrook Challenge
"Whānau regularly reports that The Casebrook Challenge is a great way to engage students in learning at home, increasing their…
Read More » - 13 August
STRIKE NEWS: Secondary teachers engage in government discussions
PPTA has presented a claim to turn around secondary teacher shortages and ensure schools can attract and keep great teachers.…
Read More » - 9 August
Making energy efficiency part of your school’s culture
Saving on energy costs isn’t the only incentive for schools to take control of their energy usage...
Read More » - 9 August
It’s smart to get kids moving but how smart are your facilities?
Along with a long list of other health benefits, it has also been shown that kids who are more active…
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