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Māori curriculum consultation period shows “blatant disregard”, says union
NZEI Te Riu Roa says time frame for feedback on Māori curriculum and learning areas is a "breach of Te…
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New cyberbullying prevention toolkit launches for New Zealand students
New, evidence-based toolkit aims to educate students in Years 5-13 in recognising and responding to cyberbullying.
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How to support students to love reading
Small, everyday actions can help students to understand that they can love reading; School News shares some tips for how.
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School readiness survey shows lack of foundational skills
Charity’s survey of teachers and parents into school readiness found UK students lacked the ability to hold a book or use the…
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Exclusive interview: New NZPF president Jason Miles
School News speaks to the recently-elected New Zealand Principals' Federation president Jason Miles about his new role; his priorities for…
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Independence of education system at risk, warns union president
NZEI Te Riu Roa has warned in a submission that the Education and Training Bill could make curriculum instability the…
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The case for trauma-informed education: a practical perspective
How can schools help when students present with the fallout of trauma? One practitioner shares actionable advice and considerations.
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NZEI, PPTA area school members reject Collective Agreement
Two unions have rejected proposed Collective Agreement settlements for area school staff after only one votes in its favour.
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How to ask better questions
If AI is teaching us anything, it is the importance of asking good questions; sometimes questions matter more than the…
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Ministry of Education data shows positive start for Structured Literacy approach
New Curriculum Data Snapshots show attainment in literacy, maths and Te Reo, as well as teacher PLD enrolment.
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Union criticises “failure to deliver” on maths and English resources
Years 9 and 10 have reportedly been left without digital resources for new maths and English curricula.
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Five ways to find better work-life balance this school year
With the 2026 school year underway, commit to improving work-life balance with these five top tips to find more time…
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Outlook for curriculum changes negative, say Auckland principals
The majority of principals surveyed expressed concern over the scope and timeline of curriculum changes, as well as the removal…
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School breaks make up more than an hour of the day. Should they be considered part of learning?
School break times offer important learning opportunities for students, but take a toll on teachers- getting the most out of…
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Education bodies express concern on new curriculum changes
Two education industry bodies have expressed concerns over the government's proposed curriculum and qualification changes.
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What a rural science partnership reveals about online schooling
How online schooling can be used in classrooms to provide specialist teacher access even amid staff shortages.
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The ins and outs of building a BYOD policy
Considering implementing a BYOD policy at your school? We share tips on how to maximise its effects and ensure its…
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Opinion: Teaching students to think is our best preparation for a post-AI world
A specialist teacher shares his perspective on teaching critical thinking alongside AI use to equip students for the future.
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New Zealand educators recognised in Australasian teaching awards
Two outstanding kaiako have been recognised for the prestigious NEiTA awards, winning two awards for Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Focus on clear secondary-tertiary pathways
The Government will focus on building relationships between secondary and tertiary providers, and creating clear pathways to higher education.
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Meeting the needs of dyslexic/neurodiverse children in New Zealand
Learners with dyslexia and other neurodiversities in Aotearoa New Zealand deserve better. How can we meet their needs?
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Belonging from the very beginning
New research explores how even the youngest students understand connection and community at school.
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Building mental scaffolding: why AI makes subject knowledge more critical, not less.
AI means any student can access any information instantly, making subject knowledge more critical than ever.
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Why claims of ‘transformational’ school reading improvement are premature
Reading and decoding are not the same, yet the Government has claimed that recent phonics results show boosts in reading…
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Estonian Education Minister visits Aotearoa
Estonia has been on the international stage for its academic achievement. What can we learn from the small European country?
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