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Report argues for stronger secondary trades pathway, specialist schools
A new report from the New Zealand Initiative argues we need a stronger and clearer trades pathway for secondary students.
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Will AI cost us the earth?
While education departments are concerned about the ethical use of AI in schools, should we be taking a much broader…
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Language is a ‘central element in being Māori’ – using structured literacy to teach te reo misses the point
Is structured literacy for te reo Māori needed, or does it impose an English worldview on an indigenous language?
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Safe, inclusive and engaging playgrounds
Upgrading or installing a playground? We asked the experts for their top tips to ensure your playground is well-used and…
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Topping up the budget with school fundraisers
Fundraising can mean the difference between getting extra supplies and resources, and having to make do without.
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Consultation open for Teaching Council fees and levy changes
The consultation period for changes to Teaching Council fees and levies for the duration of 2025 to 2028 is now…
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Artificial Intelligence in education – teacher survey
Artificial Intelligence is making waves in education. School News wants to hear how it’s impacting your practice.
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The summer slide: Can we prevent it?
Some students see a decline in learning achievement over the summer. Can we overcome it?
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Does your school have enough trees? Here’s why they’re great for kids and their learning
Trees play an important role in health and wellbeing despite sometimes being characterised as a health and safety risk.
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How STEAM can inspire the innovators of tomorrow
STEAM activities help students think flexibly and creatively, and can equip them with work-ready skills for the modern world.
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Union calls for Minister of Education to take over lunch scheme
Union NZEI Te Riu Roa has asked for Minister of Education Erica Stanford to take over the revamped lunch programme.
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Free driver licence tests for Gateway students
Secondary students enrolled with the Gateway trades programme are now eligible for free driver licence tests.
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Behind the classroom door: A day in the life of New Zealand teachers – part five
Real stories of dedication, challenges, and triumphs from educators in NZ. Part five comes from a rural teacher.
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School sport opportunities to help students move
Sport is an important part of a healthy, active lifestyle. How can you encourage students to move throughout the school…
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Boost whole-school wellbeing in 2025
We explore ways to monitor and boost wellbeing, and ask the experts how to foster positive wellbeing school-wide.
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Proposal to defund resource teachers sparks sector outcry
A new proposal from the Ministry of Education to “redistribute” support services has raised alarm from the education sector.
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Maths educator Professor Marta Civil on fostering participation
Encouraging diversity in maths participation is about how we teach, explains Professor Marta Civil in her recent talk.
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Exploring personal potential at Tauranga Intermediate School
Tauranga Intermediate School is on a mission to empower its students to find themselves.
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New research finds school friendships crucial for wellbeing
School friendships can help young people overcome challenges, and motivate them to attend school.
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Inclusive practices to support dyslexic students
With an estimated ten percent of New Zealanders living with dyslexia, it's important to know how to manage it in…
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New study finds teachers face excessive financial strain from unpaid placement
Teachers must work for almost a decade before they accrue more income than a minimum wage worker, finds new study.
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National English teacher association withdraws from curriculum rewrite
The NZATE has withdrawn from the English curriculum rewrite citing transparency, timing and content concerns.
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Using generative AI may weaken critical thinking, says study
A new paper has found generative AI can potentially cause overreliance on the tool and diminished critical thinking.
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As new charter schools open, we still know too little about how they worked last time
Charter schools are opening their doors - but are they really better for learning? The data isn't clear, says Jude…
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Behind the classroom door: A day in the life of New Zealand teachers – part four
Real stories of dedication, challenges, and triumphs from educators in NZ. Part four comes from a collaborative new entrant teacher.
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