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.
- Feb- 2025 -3 February
NZ school science results improve – but international testing highlights a stubborn socioeconomic gap
Cathy Buntting from the University of Waikato analyses New Zealand's TIMSS data and what it says about the state of…
Read More » - Jan- 2025 -24 January
Boosting New Zealand’s education standards with Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is the theme for this year's International Day of Education. How could it improve our education system?
Read More » - Dec- 2024 -9 December
Thank you and goodbye for 2024
It's been a big year in the education sector, and we're all looking forward to packing up and taking a…
Read More » - 9 December
Pakuranga Intermediate: A school like any other
Pakuranga Intermediate demonstrates the simple power of a friendly, welcoming environment
Read More » - Nov- 2024 -18 November
New eLearning modules for new and aspiring principals
The Ministry of Education has released new self-directed eLearning modules for beginning and aspiring principals.
Read More » - 4 November
Neurodivergent learners in Aotearoa
“Our brains are different, but they’re not less,” —Tom Little, Young Neurodiversity Champion.
Read More » - 4 November
Tumuaki Principal Speaks: The power of difference
Principal and education advocate Martyn Weatherill writes on how meeting each students’ needs is imperative for the collective good.
Read More » - Oct- 2024 -24 October
Building on our strengths in education
Professor Stuart McNaughton explains how Aotearoa New Zealand's education system can build on its strengths for a brighter future.
Read More » - 24 October
Literacy skills: The key to all learning
We spoke to the MoE and literacy education experts to learn more about structured literacy, mandatory in Aotearoa classrooms from…
Read More » - 24 October
The Great New Zealand Handwriting Challenge
This new initiative is correcting the low handwriting standards in New Zealand, and will benefit students across many curriculum areas
Read More » - 10 October
Can positive masculinity be taught?
The most effective way to teach young men and boys about masculinity is to create spaces where they feel they…
Read More » - Sep- 2024 -9 September
Unions: moving ITE from Teaching Council to Ministry of Education is wrong
Education representative bodies oppose the proposal to move ITE oversight from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa to the Ministry of…
Read More » - 9 September
Fostering whole-school wellbeing
There is a growing understanding that wellbeing is enmeshed in the social and cultural fabric of any institution, including schools.
Read More » - 2 September
Research, evidence and education policy
The ‘science of learning’ and ‘evidence-based approaches’ have become buzz-phrases – what do they mean, and how should they influence…
Read More » - 2 September
Guiding a blind runner at the Paralympics – Why teaching is the same
There are many similarities between being a teacher and a sighted guide for a Paralympian.
Read More » - 2 September
Leaving the classroom to boost wellbeing
Taking students out of the classroom for educational activities may benefit more than their learning and could improve their wellbeing.
Read More » - Aug- 2024 -26 August
Nurturing student strengths: The key to unleashing academic motivation
Psychologist Ilia Lindsay discusses the benefits of strength based approaches to learning and teaching
Read More » - 5 August
Connected, competent learners at Otatara School
This small school is helping all students form strong connections with people and place, to enrich their learning journey.
Read More » - 5 August
Inclusive classrooms to welcome all learners
We explore how to make your classroom welcoming for all learners, regardless of their background, abilities or learning preferences.
Read More » - Jul- 2024 -28 July
Replenishing the wairua of Avonside Girls’ High School
After a rough few years, Avonside Girls’ School in Christchurch is rediscovering community and identity.
Read More » - 22 July
Our Tumuaki Principal – Nathan Janes
Nathan Janes from Mairangi Bay School shares his school's journey in this Tumuaki Principal Speaks column.
Read More » - Jun- 2024 -24 June
Maximise space with shade solutions
Some excellent and often under-utilised learning spaces lie beyond the classroom walls. Shade solutions make these areas useable year round.
Read More » - 14 June
Union blows whistle on “secret” curriculum rewrites
The union for post-primary school teachers says the curriculum rewrites are being done in secret, without sector consultation.
Read More » - 14 June
School support staff set to negotiate with MoE
School support staff are holding paid union meetings ahead of collective bargaining set for the end of the year.
Read More » - May- 2024 -20 May
The modern learning environment debate
What does the ideal learning environment for the 21st century look like? In this Special Report, School News investigates.
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