PoliticsIs Te Pūkenga 'drowning' in $250m of debt? Executives reject Penny Simmonds’ claim, say real figure is one-fifth of that amountLabour MP describes characterisation as "misleading".29 Aug 04:58 AM
New Zealand'A bigger problem': Low pass rates for new NCEA tests cause concernThousands of students have failed new NCEA literacy and numeracy tests.27 Aug 07:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand"Horrific": The harmful content two researchers accessed on school-issued iPadsJo Robertson and Holly Brooker conducted an experiment at six different primary schools in Auckland. Video / Cameron Pitney / Corey Fleming / Michael Craig / Ben Dickens / GettyWatch27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCricket coaching star takes on job at Nga Tawa'Cricket is more than just a sport; it can shape and define us.'27 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'I can float': School missed 'red flag' in drowned student's swimming formA coroner has found closer supervision of Jaden Chhayrann should have taken place.23 Aug 12:22 AM
New Zealand'Horrific mistake': Female teacher caught kissing a young girlA friendship between Erin Jarmey and the child turned into an inappropriate relationship.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandStaff, students gather as university reviews course optionsAuckland University students are today gathering over a controversial course shake-up.22 Aug 12:30 AM
PoliticsChristopher Luxon's numbers fumble as PM conflates maths and reading ratesLuxon was answering questions from reporters during his recent trip to Australia.19 Aug 06:56 AM
EntertainmentErica Stanford plays the bassoon in the Grand HallErica Stanford playing the bassoon in the Grand Hall at Parliament with her education adviser Emma Chatterton on the piano.Watch17 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics'Overwhelming' demand for charter schools: David Seymour says 78 applications receivedFunding has been allocated for up to 50 charter schools.15 Aug 03:15 AM
New ZealandWhat’s for lunch? Samples of new healthy school lunches revealedLunches are expected to be delivered at $3 per meal.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPlans to cut university courses draw academic ireA proposed course shake-up Auckland University has prompted an outcry among its academics.14 Aug 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandState school teachers could be told to fill in at new charter schoolsCabinet material states charter schools aim to increase choice and enable 'innovation'.13 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportHow the Government plans to use sport to forge global connectionsThe unlikely diplomatic weapon New Zealand is using to win friends and influence trade.13 Aug 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The art of the matter - why the PM's wrong about educationOPINION: 'Another brainwave from Christopher Luxon, and it’s only August.'09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch live: PM speaks to media at primary school after maths 'overhaul'It comes after the Government announced major change to the maths curriculum.08 Aug 01:27 AM
EducationTe Pūkenga boss: Polytech merger to keep cutting costs over next six months'We will work pretty hard over the next six months to continue to build our revenue base.'08 Aug 12:19 AM
New ZealandMore than 50% of NZ schools to implement enrolment zonesEducation Ministry briefing shows it expects to add 61 new zones by 2025.07 Aug 10:14 PM
New ZealandTop watchdog shames two schools; worries some student enrolments, suspensions not fairOmbudsman rebukes Auckland’s St Peter’s College and Christchurch’s Cashmere High.07 Aug 01:29 AM
PoliticsMore and more students leaving school before turning 17School-leaver data is considered more robust – has the slide in education continued?05 Aug 11:32 PM
New ZealandScreen time creating ADHD-like behaviour at school, teachers bearing bruntPeople can present with ADHD symptoms from being in front of a screen.05 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKids on screens displaying symptoms of ADHDTeachers told to adapt to deal with shorter attention spans among kids in classrooms. Video / Cameron Pitney / GettyWatch05 Aug 05:00 PM
EducationPM Christopher Luxon and Education Minister Erica Stanford on new 'Make it Count' PolicyOn Sunday, National Ministers announced a policy dubbed “Make it Count” to boost maths education.Watch05 Aug 04:38 AM
New ZealandLabour fears math revamp miscalculations, National says it will be a 'big ask'The rollout of the new maths curriculum for schools will begin next year.04 Aug 11:33 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSeymour stands by ECE regulations slash despite major oppositionThe Associate Education Minister suggested many stakeholders 'don't want competition'.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Given up': 16yo shut out of school in defiance of ministry directive16-year-old says he has given up on ever finishing his secondary education.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandJail for assistant high school principal who gave student sex toy, groomed herSeelan Ramiah has been jailed for grooming the James Cook High teen.03 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Thriving': Unwanted student now training as robotics engineerState school refused to take this bullied student. Now she's studying cutting edge tech.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bled through her clothing': Dad pulls pupil out of school over strict bathroom rulesThe school is defending a 'no toilet during class' rule.02 Aug 12:59 AM
Politics‘Abject disaster’: Consultation on Te Pūkenga replacement begins; Chris Hipkins fires backSubmissions are open until September 12.01 Aug 12:30 AM
New ZealandSchool property projects in Bay of Plenty going aheadTwo school property projects in Bay of Plenty are now going ahead.30 Jul 04:35 PM
New ZealandTeacher at prestigious NZ school banned after asking student for sex in 1980sScots College: It took 'a tremendous amount of courage' for a former student to speak up.30 Jul 06:10 AM
New ZealandECE teacher hid vodka in Gatorade bottle and drank it while supervising childrenLater at a staff meeting she was slurring her words, was confused - and still drinking.25 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Parents are hurting’: Kiwi and Aus families fight to recoup $22m owed by Nasa tour companyActura owes millions to NZ and Aussie families sent into debt to fund axed student tours.23 Jul 05:00 PM
