Opinion: Once world-class, the NZ education system is now a disaster. How do we fix it?
OPINION: NZ's education system is a slow-burning disaster, says Oliver Hartwich.
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Parent alleges bullying by school during cost of living crisis.
Te Wānanga o Raukawa seeks independence from the Crown
Te Wānanga o Raukawa wants to better reflect the way it operates and works with iwi.
New job for principal who quit private school role during bullying inquiry
One parent said she was 'horrified' by Dale Burden's appointment.
EIT will lose name in mega merger
The longstanding institute of technology is set for a name change as part of the merger.
Teacher funding to schools cut
Hundreds of teachers will lose their jobs as student numbers are predicted to slump.
Ministry orders daycare attended by murdered 5yo Malachi to be closed
The childcare centre failed to alert authorities to the suspected abuse.
Principals warn of spike in students dropping out
Schools concerned as trend of students leaving for low-paid work continues.
Lights on, but anyone home? Govt's $21k power bill on evacuated building
The building has lights going all night despite being unused and vacant since May.
'Totally appalling': Parents demand answers from school which hired rapist
The teacher aide resigned last week after his past record was revealed.
Teacher aide who was hired despite sexually abusing two women quits job
He was a relative of the principal, but the school rejected any conflict of interest.
'Significant failure': School reprimanded for 'unreasonable' discipline decisions
The school says it has since taken 'full responsibility' for issues the Ombudsman raised.
NCEA online shakeups a 'bolt from the blue' for educators
The MoE earlier suggested as many as 80 NCEA standards could be provided as online tests.
Chlöe Swarbrick criticises Universities NZ after another student's hostel death
The student was found dead in her dorm room at Lincoln University on Monday.
Poverty, family background don't explain school exclusion rates for Māori
Teacher bias and low expectations are likely to blame, one expert says.
Internal Affairs lawfully allowed to use facial recognition tech
Drivers' licence photos won't be run through facial recognition tech unless requested.
Ministry alerted: High school teacher accused of inappropriate behaviour
Allegations have been made about inappropriate behaviour by a Chch teacher
Hearings begin on abuse in deaf and disabled institutions
A Kelston centre for deaf students is one of the institutions in the spotlight.
Dumping deciles: What's the Equity Index and how could it affect your school?
Schools got their Equity Index numbers last week but how does it actually affect them?
Mother's anguish over predatory teacher laid bare in letter to PM
The mother expressed concerns about the school's investigation.
UCOL's transition to Te Pūkenga 'going well'
A new operating model for Te Pūkenga is expected to be finalised in September.
Focus: Healthcare & schools under pressure as Covid numbers surge
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Pride protest at Bethlehem College over its gender and marriage stance
The school has recently come under fire for its views on gender and marriage.
Education leader lauds Government strategy targeting 'disappearing students'
The strategy aims to return vanishing students to classrooms around the country.
Nurses among those not being targeted on international education green list
Opinion: International students' return to provide much-needed funds but Govt plan flawed.
Leaked document: College says gender identity should align with biological sex
Pride advocate calls document "appalling" - MP says ministry will be working with school.
The downtowners: 45,000 people making a life in central Auckland
The biggest challenges face apartment-dwellers in area one deemed an "amenity wasteland".
NZ urgently needs a winter Covid action plan for schools – here's how to do it
THE CONVERSATION: An action plan for schools is urgently needed to protect children.
Marriage is between man and woman: School under fire for 'discriminatory' statement
But the school says the statement is to "transparently explain" its philosophy.
Students stranded as school bus firms cancel run at short notice
A severe lack of local bus drivers has left some families scrambling to get kids home.
Assuming the worst: Residents near controversial state housing estate put homes on market
For sale signs are springing up on Puriri Park Rd as a contentious housing project starts.
Histories of NZ can cause friction between cultures if not delivered right
Northland education experts reflect on the teaching of the new NZ history curriculum.
Watch: Bus driver stood down after driving with smashed window
As the driver takes a corner, glass can be seen spilling on to the road.
Education expert disappointed Northland didn't contribute more in curriculum changes
The new Aotearoa New Zealand's histories and Te Takanga o Te Wā curriculum begins in 2023.