Steven Joyce: Kids need to know they have the power to succeed
OPINION: Our bureaucratic, top-down education system is visibly failing us.
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Why is the Govt slashing thousands of public sector jobs - and how will it affect Wellington?
ANALYSIS: The Government's cuts will hurt, but their wider impact might be muted.
'Savage cuts': Ministry of Education and Oranga Tamariki look to slash 1000 jobs
The PSA has called it a 'brutal day' for the public sector.
Red tape cuts for early childhood education sector
Associate Education Minister David Seymour has pared back the requirements around qualifications for supervisors in early childhood centres. Video / Mark Mitchell
'We're the ones that are saving the school lunch programme' - David Seymour
The Act leader says the Labour Party didn't set aside funds for school lunches after 2024.
Govt’s cellphone ban in schools: What Northland principals think
Schools say ban has had a positive effect but question whether it needed to be imposed.
Can private businesses build better schools?
Investors could be used to build more public schools. It's been controversial overseas.
Public sector stress: Inside the 'unsettling' efforts to cut costs at govt departments
Just how deep will the cuts go in the race to cut spending?
Thousands of students stood down - highest in 20 years
Assaults, smoking, vaping and alcohol all resulted in formal removal.
Schools fear more kids will skip class if free lunches axed
Educators say the free meal is the only reason some show up.
Letters: Why we need to pay more tax; a better Auckland stadium site
OPINION: "NZ will have to learn to make sacrifices and save."
Watch: Emotional haka after shock death of much-loved principal
Students at Rongomai Primary, in Otara, perform a powerful haka to say goodbye.
Being a homeschool parent: 'We reap what we sow'
A Tongan homeschool mum is encouraging other Pasifika families to look into homeschooling.
Real-life experiences in native bush
A one-day school has been introduced for children who are not students at the school.
Govt mulls expanding inquiry into Covid-19 response
Public consultation will begin this month on expanding the inquiry's scope.
Tragic toll of online abuse outlined in pleas for Govt to take action
Dysfunctional, sluggish official responses blasted amid escalating online harms.
From the MTG: We are set for another year of educational fun
All programmes align with the New Zealand Curriculum.
Outrage after school rejects boy over long-term rental agreement
'Every child has the right to education.'
Opinion: Education standards will increase with great parenting
OPINION: Schools will thrive when parenting thrives.
Chromebooks, shoes, uniforms and stationery - the overwhelming list returns
Between stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.
What kids who commit serious crimes have in common
Haami Hanara, who was neglected and abused, knifed a man to death when he was 14.
Virtual reality: The future of learning
A new wave of learning is spreading with the introduction of virtual reality in the classroom, opening up a whole approach to learning by mixing the digital and physical worlds. The NZ Herald visits Whangaparāoa School who are actively implementing VR technology in their classes and talk to a year 7 class during a lesson learning about electrical circuits. Video / Ben Dickens
Govt accused of ‘conspiracy’ thinking in sex education changes
Teachers union says no consultation or guidance over planned changes to sex education.
Snapshot on New Zealand's ups and downs in key rankings
End-of-year results aren't only for school and university students.
Former Parliament speaker among 151 recognised in New Year Honours
Well-known athletes, film stars and broadcasters are on the list.
Julie King's service to education recognised
Julie King has spent 40 years in special needs education in England and New Zealand.
Dental professional honoured in New Year list
Barbara Dewson began her career as a school dental nurse in Ohakune.
'Making a difference': Rosemary Cathcart made an officer of the NZ Order of Merit
Cathcart has spent 40 years working towards better education outcomes for gifted children.
'A Christmas to celebrate': 5yo migrant granted visa to attend school after Herald investigation
Ongoing visa issues have made NZ experience "painful and stressful" for migrant workers.
The Govt departments set to switch from Māori to English names
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi was first out of the blocks. Who's next?
Anxiety, depression, social struggles: 'Dire' shortage of help for some young Kiwis
Kids aged 11-13 grapple with issues previously not faced until 15 or 16, says principal.
Opinion: Health and education are closely linked - NZ needs to integrate them more in primary schools
Many NZ children face health and education challenges. Would a holistic approach help?
Partnership school revival ‘destructive and weird’: NZEI
Charter schools will be revived under the new Government.