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.
- Jul- 2016 -5 July
School’s academic turnaround wins Ministry praise
South Auckland’s Wesley College, previously under MOE scrutiny for poor academic performance, has been praised by the education minister for…
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Irish author John Boyne on nurturing the creative writer – and the importance of celebrating uniqueness
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, and was recently in New Zealand to inspire young talent at the Auckland Writers…
Read More » - Jun- 2016 -21 June
Careful data analysis helps to lift Maori achievement
An independent authority has confirmed that using education data well can really help to lift the achievement of Māori students.
Read More » - 21 June
Tihei Mauri Ora: Breathing new life into a community school
Only four years ago, Ngaruawahia High School was in crisis mode. The roll was on a steady downward spiral, financial…
Read More » - 21 June
Bitter disappointment at government closure of special ed school
The news of the government's closure of Salisbury School in Nelson is "unsurprising, but none the less devastating", says school…
Read More » - 14 June
Funding for innovative teaching projects extended to 2020
A fund supporting teachers to develop innovative practices will be extended for an extra two years.
Read More » - 7 June
Maori businesses give students job-hunting tips
Māori businesses are giving rangatahi (youth) an inside look at what skills they will need to be part of New…
Read More » - 7 June
Transient levels “remain steady” despite housing crisis, says MOE
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has responded to publicity about the plight of children living in cars, saying that levels…
Read More » - 7 June
Time to make bullying a thing of the past
Bullying is an issue for all schools, and 94 per cent of teachers in New Zealand admit that they are…
Read More » - 7 June
Criminologist searches for cyber safety answers
A New Zealand criminologist is embarking on research to unearth new ways to keep children safe online. Dr Claire Meehan,…
Read More » - 1 June
More extension for Waiheke’s gifted learners
Schools on Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf have banded together to extend provision for their gifted learners.
Read More » - 1 June
MOE rejects criticism levelled in education documentary
The Ministry of Education has defended its position on education in response to Bryan Bruce’s documentary World Class? Inside NZ…
Read More » - 1 June
Maori focus key to success at Tarawera High School
For anyone following the progress of Maori achievement in schools, Tarawera High School is not so much a beacon of…
Read More » - 1 June
The brave new world of school funding
It is a basic fact of schooling worldwide that children from advantaged homes arrive at school education-ready, while the disadvantaged…
Read More » - 1 June
Why it’s time to get serious about STEM education
A couple of weeks ago, a group of students from a decile six high school in New Zealand took out…
Read More » - May- 2016 -24 May
Principals dismayed by news of more charter schools
The announcement that the government will fund another seven charter schools and an independent body to support them is a…
Read More » - 20 May
Using virtual travel to enhance learning
Previously I talked about the role of video collaboration within professional development, very timely as we think about 2016 and…
Read More » - 18 May
TV show explores schools’ kapa haka rivalry
Maori Television’s new show, Road to the Nats, reveals all the behind the scenes drama in the lead up to…
Read More » - 18 May
Free student passes to international food conference on offer
High school teachers who attend the International Food Design Conference & Studio in Dunedin have the opportunity to take a…
Read More » - 18 May
$25,000 writing award up for grabs
Education professionals who would like to publish a book are invited to apply for financial support from Copyright Licensing New…
Read More » - 18 May
Trans-Tasman Principals’ conference for Sky City
The Trans-Tasman Principals’ Conference will be hosted in Auckland this year.
Read More » - 18 May
Rates of neurodevelopment disorders among young offenders “sky high”
The rates of neurodevelopment disorders amongst youth offenders are ‘sky high’, according to principal Youth Court judge Andrew Becroft.
Read More » - Feb- 2016 -9 February
Why collaboration technology is sending educators back to school
Previously, I talked about the changes schools need to make in order to remain competitive in today's 21st century learning…
Read More » - Jan- 2016 -27 January
Vocational pathways focus for Ruapehu College
Whether it is Primary Industries, Manufacturing and Technology or Creative Industries - getting the most out of Vocational Pathways for…
Read More » - 27 January
Reflections of a Southlander on the West Coast
I managed to earn myself a speeding ticket recently as a result of panicking when passing a truck. It is…
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