Revealed: Surprising stat that allowed NZ schools to open
Ministry says closing schools and childcare reduces deaths by only 2 to 4 per cent.
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Early learning centres facing a minefield of challenges to reopen
'You cannot change a nappy and social distance': educators question reopening risks.
Focus Live: Five new cases, Auckland woman dies of coronavirus
There are five new cases of Covid-19 today. There was a further death - a woman in her 70s from St Margaret's rest home in Te Atatu. Education Minister Chris Hipkins says that distance learning will continue 'for some time'.
'Take a breath New Zealand': it's time to support parents and teachers
An Auckland mum is on a mission to spread calm after return to school furore online.
Comment: Back to school, but what's that going to be like for children?
School, as children knew it, no longer exists - or won't for a while, writes Vera Alves.
Schools given more time; Minister addresses teachers' 'babysitter' concerns
Grant Robertson announced schools will have more time to prepare after lockdown lifted
Some schools could re-open on April 29
What happens to schools when the alert level 4 lockdown ends?
Schools fear equity gap will widen during Covid 19 lockdown
Students will be swapping the classroom for their home.
Covid-19: School apologises for giving students false tips to prevent infection
Students were told to drink hot water or drinks and avoid ice water or drinks with ice.
Primary school advises 1-3 hours of schoolwork a day
One to two hours for juniors, three hours for intermediates, is enough.
Four Auckland schools linked to Covid-19, three shut
Principals inform parents after confirmed or probable cases linked to staff and students.
Focus: 160 students perform waiata for Linwood Mosque leaders
Focus: A massed choir of 160 students in James Cook High School's Māori immersion unit Puutake sang a specially-composed waiata for leaders of Christchurch's Linwood Mosque, who visited the school one year after the March 2019 attacks. Video / Sylvie Whinray
Proposed school zone shuts out families next door
Hobsonville Point is growing fast and the local primary school bursting at the seams.
What free school lunches means for school trialling the initiative
"They used to pick out every colourful bit of vegetable from the food, now they love it."
Mixed feelings about proposal to hike teachers' registration fees
Some aren't happy with the increase, others say it is necessary.
Back to school: Teacher remembers another first day 20 years ago
Ex pupil becomes teacher at Haumoana School.
What is the best age to start your child at school?
A school principal says to parents: "You know your child best."
Meat industry cries foul over school climate-change resource
Less red meat and dairy, more chicken and veg? Not so fast, says Beef + Lamb NZ.
Education changes planned across the board
Parliament is considering one education act to rule them all.
'Very red' eyes: Childcare teachers had cannabis in their systems while at work
One turned up with bloodshot eyes.
Ministry steps in to assist Helensville Primary School
A Limited Statutory Manager appointed after requests for help from school's board.
Teachers could be using your child's images for social media clicks
Teachers remain uncertain on what is acceptable to share about their students online.
Local Focus: SDA Rotorua shows size doesn't matter
Small class numbers, big community intentions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Good for the kids': Principal welcomes $400,000 boost
Balmoral School principal said he'd like to see the $400,000 boost fund outdoor learning.
Jacinda Ardern talks to reporters after the Labour conference in Whanganui
Jacinda Ardern talks to reporters after the Labour conference in Whanganui. Video / Audrey Young
School donations scheme aims to ease pressure on families - most Whanganui schools opt in
The majority of schools in the Whanganui region have opted in.
Junk food ads to be banned from around schools
What adverts children see when on YouTube and social media is also a focus.
Editorial: Zoning the pinch point in education changes
Editorial: Enrolment restrictions will be the test but there may be beneficial spinoffs.
School displays child's 'extremely sensitive' medical info in staffroom
Privacy Commission censured the school for displaying child's toileting medical info.
Simon Bridges talks about the Education Saver proposal
Simon Bridges talks about the Education Saver proposal. Video / Derek Cheng
School’s short rules change after pupil’s letter
School’s short rules change after pupil’s letter. Video / ODT / Daisy Hudson
Govt takes over school zoning powers
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced the changes.
Why some Rotorua schools are turning down extra funding
"It's ridiculous ... it has not been thought through by anyone."
'It means there is hope': The girl doctors said should be allowed to die, goes to school
Almost totally paralysed girl who doctors said should be allowed to die is off to school.