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.
- Mar- 2022 -22 March
Family Violence Intervention course responds to demand
"There’s a lack of training and resources in Aotearoa, which doesn’t match up with the high numbers of family violence…
Read More » - 21 March
Aotearoa Histories curriculum welcomed, with a warning
Unveiling of new Aotearoa Histories curriculum and timeline welcomed, as union urges Government to provide sufficient support for its implementation.
Read More » - 15 March
OECD report highlights inequity in NZ schools
The report’s findings show experienced teachers are much more likely to work in advantaged schools in New Zealand compared with…
Read More » - 15 March
Supporting schools through Omicron outbreak
“Rapid antigen tests should only be used if all teachers and staff are either positive or required to isolate and…
Read More » - 14 March
Te reo for lunch?
"Te Reo Māori me ngā tikanga o Te Tauihu is a short, gentle introduction to te reo. It’s very learner…
Read More » - 7 March
Underwater STEAM dream on the world stage
There were hurdles along the way, propellers fell off and they had motor problems... but, a group of Hobsonville School…
Read More » - 7 March
Voting initiative for Years 7 -10 launched ahead of local elections
A new Youth Voting Initiative aims to replicate, in classrooms, the local authority elections taking place across the motu this…
Read More » - 7 March
Engagement shared on tertiary education delivery
New Zealand’s largest tertiary education provider, Te Pūkenga has published its engagement report following massive feedback from across the sector.
Read More » - 1 March
The Importance of Tradition in Challenging Times
Traditions bring about a sense of belonging – bringing people together, a source of identity – they tell the story…
Read More » - 1 March
Greater clarity around international students’ return
It has been revealed that the next wave of international student numbers will be allocated based on the proportion of…
Read More » - 1 March
SIT strengthens Māori community ties
SIT and Murihiku Regeneration have agreed to work collaboratively to plan, design and implement programmes to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Read More » - Feb- 2022 -22 February
Schools can expect a year of disruption
One thing is clear: even with plans in place, schools will continue to experience disruptions in 2022. As such, they…
Read More » - 22 February
‘Unprecedented interest’ in studying nursing
As a result of COVID-19, nursing students are able to experience new clinical placements across managed isolation and quarantine facilities,…
Read More » - 21 February
Going to private school won’t make a difference to your kid’s academic scores
Research shows parents believe private schools will provide a better education for their children, and better set them up for…
Read More » - 21 February
Te Pūkenga and ITENZ – a new partnership
The two vocational education and training organisations this week signed a partnership to agree to work collaboratively rather than compete…
Read More » - 15 February
Record number of new professors in education field
The University of Auckland is celebrating a record number of new professors in its ranks in the education field.
Read More » - 15 February
Shaping the future of Māori medium education
"The system is also acknowledging that they do not have the answers and are instead turning to Māori to define…
Read More » - 8 February
2021 lockdown exacerbated disparities for Māori learners – ERO report
The Education Review Office - Te Tari Arotake Mātauranga has released research reports detailing the impact the 2021 second wave…
Read More » - 8 February
Empowerment over fear
"We have a choice to continue in crisis mode; being reactive and exhausted, or take charge of our futures and…
Read More » - 6 February
Border reopening for international students welcomed
International students will now be booking flights to New Zealand after Thursday's border reopening announcement from the Government, which will…
Read More » - 1 February
We shouldn’t delay the start of school due to Omicron
"Before Omicron, evidence for school closures reducing community transmission was inconclusive," write two paediatric infectious disease experts in favour of…
Read More » - 1 February
Feedback on Te Pūkenga’s proposals runs into thousands
Feedback on Te Pūkenga's proposed operating model has been welcomed by Chief Executive Stephen Town, who summarised submission themes while…
Read More » - 1 February
Paws for a Cause – Enterprising students’ project goes national
Pet loving school friends' idea to help their four-legged friends, their human owners, and the planet, goes nationwide.
Read More » - Dec- 2021 -14 December
PLD for Educators in 2022
While lockdowns have prevented Professional Learning and Development (PLD) for educators from being delivered in the same way it has…
Read More » - 14 December
ERO research finds teachers and principals struggling
Teachers and principals are increasingly struggling with workloads, according to ERO research published this week.
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