New ZealandTeacher allowed to stay in classroomA teacher who reprimanded pupils by pulling ears has been allowed to stay in the classroom after completing anger management classes.13 Jun 04:06 AM
New ZealandEx-chairman defends sacked principalThe former chairman of Pamapuria School has defended its ex-principal, who was found to have been rightly sacked for failing to ensure pupils' safety from a paedophile.12 Jun 10:08 PM
OpinionPeter O'Connor: Schools about more than passing examsThe release of National Standards data this week has been a meaningless exercise, writes Peter O'Connor. "The data tells us nothing of the true value and worth of what happens in classrooms on a daily basis."12 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandStudent strugglers tighten beltsLow-grade mince is apparently still a staple of university life, with more than a third of students surveyed saying lack of money has affected their diets.12 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionStewart Riddle: It's English but not always as we know itThere is a real tragedy in the loss of language diversity as English takes over, placing other languages at risk of extinction, writes Stewart Riddle.12 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandCollege's tough line on cannabisA top Auckland secondary school has come down hard on a group of drug-taking students.12 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandAbuse case: Principal's 'failure'A Northland school principal who took no action against paedophile teacher James Parker, despite police raising serious concerns, has failed to get his job back.11 Jun 11:51 PM
New ZealandNovopay debacle: Will more heads roll?Education Minister Hekia Parata says it is up to her top bureaucrat to decide whether more heads should roll over the Novopay debacle.11 Jun 08:28 PM
OpinionEditorial: Results give Parata basis for decisionsEditorial: If education experts are earning their salaries they ought to have devised good, sound techniques for measuring the overall performance of the education system at every level.11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandStudent loan reprieve for Kiwis in OzAustralia has made a concession in its hardline policies denying expatriate New Zealanders access to government support and welfare programmes.11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandSchool marks drop as kids get olderThe achievement rate of primary and intermediate school children declines as their year level increases.11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandNovopay: Deputy secretary resignsThe Novopay debacle has claimed another scalp, with the Education Ministry's Deputy Secretary Anne Jackson announcing her resignation today.11 Jun 07:51 AM
New ZealandNational Standards 'no use' - LabourA change of government after the next election would see National Standards scrapped in their current form, says Labour's education spokesman Chris Hipkins.11 Jun 06:36 AM
New ZealandFew surprises in National Standards dataThe president of a principals' association said he was not surprised by new National Standards data that shows Maori, Pasifika and male pupils are performing worse than others.11 Jun 04:22 AM
New ZealandConcerning trends in National StandardsEducation Minister Hekia Parata says the latest National Standards data reveals some concerning trends, including a decline in the rate of achievement as the year level increases, especially in mathematics.Watch11 Jun 12:14 AM
New ZealandConcern over trends in Standards dataEducation Minister Hekia Parata says the latest National Standards data reveals concerning trends, including a decline in the rate of achievement as the year level increases.10 Jun 10:30 PM
OpinionMichael Cox: Former All Black's anti-animal cruelty message inspiresNorm Hewitt and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals have started a conversation with school students around New Zealand.10 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandSchool's private fundingThe Education Ministry's $41 million proposed year 1-13 super school for Christchurch is set to be funded by the private sector, a document reveals.10 Jun 06:34 AM
New ZealandRugby death: A heavy blow to schoolThe violent death of a Kelston Boys High School student will come as a huge disappointment for a community that has worked hard to raise its boys' achievement.07 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandAnger over scale down of test resultsChildren's marks in National Standards will be artificially lowered this year because last year's assessment was too easy.07 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionToby ManhireToby Manhire: Leaked - Charter school for aspiring MPsThe report plans for the creation of a "Finishing School for New Zealand Political Aspirants - the Cabbage Boat Academy", writes Toby Manhire.06 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandBackdown over 'dangerous' boyThe Ministry of Education has backed down from forcing a Paeroa school to re-enrol a 10-year-old student who the school says is a threat to staff and other children.06 Jun 05:09 AM
New ZealandBurglar-proof DNA kits given to South Island schoolsBurglar-proof DNA kits have been donated to every school in the South Island today in a bid to protect school property from thieves.06 Jun 12:01 AM
SportSport's tough guys learnRugby league is tackling violence in its playing community, expanding from small beginnings in a Manukau club.05 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandKiwis rushing to repay student loansOverseas student loan holders have been rushing to get in touch with the Inland Revenue Department and restart their loan payments.05 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: New schools must perform to be successfulThe Education Minister did not seek to placate the concerns of critics as legislation paving the way for the establishment of charter schools was passed in Parliament.05 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandFirst charter school to open next yearThe first charter school will be open and ready in time for term one next year after controversial legislation was passed in Parliament last night.05 Jun 12:26 AM
OpinionDo you have confidence in Hekia Parata?Opposition MPs have called on ministers to take responsibility and repeated calls for Education Minister Hekia Parata to resign. Do you have confidence in the Education Minister? Vote here and add your comment.04 Jun 08:39 PM
