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Science curriculum rewrite paused
The team rewriting the science curriculum has been put on hold by the Ministry of Education while they review the…
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Disappointment over charter school applications
Some charter school hopefuls were left disappointed after a competitive application process, with one provider seeking formal review.
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Behind the classroom door: a day in the life of New Zealand teachers – part one
Real stories of dedication, challenges, and triumphs from educators across Aotearoa.
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Expanding horizons with educational tours
An overseas trip is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many young people, & EOTC benefits are multiplied when travelling internationally.
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Outside time throughout the seasons
Nobody needs convincing of the need for shade in the school grounds. But have you considered all the spaces shade…
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New eLearning modules for new and aspiring principals
The Ministry of Education has released new self-directed eLearning modules for beginning and aspiring principals.
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New report finds NZ schools vulnerable to climate change
Many of our schools are built in coastal areas at risk of flooding from continued sea level rise, finds a…
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Fostering a love of stories in a child’s first years is key to lifelong reading
Elaine Reese from the University of Otago explains how we can ensure future generations develop strong literacy skills.
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Why your school needs a maintenance plan
Well-maintained facilities positively impacts everyone in your school community, and planning ahead will make maintenance easy to manage.
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Can you hear me? Sports hall acoustics
We ask the experts how to manage the variety of sounds in sports halls, that can make learning, teaching, and…
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Study strategies to teach your students
These study strategies can help students maximise their time for no-stress study sessions. Help your students study efficiently and effectively…
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Charter school legislation violates international labour rights, say unions
Teaching unions have jointly submitted a complaint about new charter school legislation to the International Labour Organisation.
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Protecting educational spaces
Say good bye to jangling bunches of keys! Modern solutions are improving school security, and simplifying access for staff.
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Keeping score, digitally
Digital scoreboards can keep the crowd excited and players motivated during sports matches, and can also be used during class…
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Neurodivergent learners in Aotearoa
“Our brains are different, but they’re not less,” —Tom Little, Young Neurodiversity Champion.
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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.
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Improving the attendance issue
Attendance is once again in the headlines after a recent ERO report labelled the issue a ‘crisis’. So how can…
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Less and less curious
The trend of decreasing curiosity among our young people is deeply troubling, says American education critic Alfie Kohn.
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25 class rewards (that are not full of sugar)
Sometimes a little extra encouragement is needed, but filling students full of sugar can create more problems than it fixes.
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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.
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AI tutors could be coming to the classroom – but who taught the tutor, and should you trust them?
AI tutors sound like a futuristic dream which promise to improve equity, but it comes with its own set of…
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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…
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Continuing your learning journey: PLD in 2025
For students to have the best educational experience, they must have access to the most up to date, industry leading…
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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
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“It’s our identity”: backlash to Te Ahu o te reo Māori cuts
Both students and educators have spoken against the recently announced $30 million slash to Te Ahu o te reo Māori.
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