New ZealandClose contact rules changed: Teachers plead for more rapid tests in schoolsFrustrated school heads told to spend $300 a day on reliever instead of using $12 RAT test23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Wellington school forced to close due to protestWellington Girls principal Julia Davidson says both staff and students didn't feel safe attending the central Wellington school due to altercations with protesters. Video / George HeardWatch23 Feb 02:23 AM
EducationFirst-year students playing loose with isolation rulesStrict rules to stop Covid-19 ripping through residential halls are not being obeyed.22 Feb 08:54 PM
EducationWellington Girls' students to learn from home as tension at protest growsThe college's principal listed several reasons as to why this decision was made.22 Feb 07:13 AM
New ZealandWhanganui Collegiate confirms Covid 19 case'This is a situation which we have been preparing for.'22 Feb 05:45 AM
New ZealandSchool hit by a 'tsunami' of Covid casesOnly 90 of 420 kids were at the Hamilton school on Friday due to people isolating.21 Feb 03:49 AM
New Zealand'Justice for Hoda': Teens who attacked Muslim schoolgirl reportedly expelledHoda Al-Jamaa was assaulted at Otago Girls' High School earlier this month.21 Feb 03:29 AM
New ZealandBig jump in high schools, early learning centres with Covid casesThe Ministry of Education has released a snapshot of establishments dealing with Covid.21 Feb 12:21 AM
New ZealandPrincipals unhappy with plan to restrict enrolments from young foreign studentsCurrent system may lead to inequity and immigration pressure, document says.20 Feb 11:08 PM
New ZealandCovid classroom crunch: Schools grapple with staffing woes as virus hits recordOne school says it's a "nightmare" to manage relief with teachers off school.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandEarly learning centres warn of 'mass closures' as Omicron takes hold"Small centres needed only one or two teachers to be positive and they'll have to close"..18 Feb 05:53 PM
New ZealandHipkins considering school sports options for unvaxxed kidsUnvaccinated kids have been distressed to find they can't play sport for school.18 Feb 05:00 AM
SportSonny Bill Williams voices support for Dunedin school-attack victimsThe former All Black, an outspoken and devout Muslim, has urged them to 'stay strong'.18 Feb 12:45 AM
New ZealandTrevor Mallard trespassing protesters likely 'reasonable' - law professorUse of trespass law at Parliament softened after students arrested in peaceful protest.18 Feb 12:09 AM
New ZealandWellington Hospital ward closed to visitors after member of staff tests positiveNo patients have been considered close contacts and the risk of infection is "very low".17 Feb 09:30 PM
New ZealandAvondale student not just top of class but top of world for EnglishJustin Yang is not just top of NZ for English at his year level – he's top of the world.17 Feb 06:52 AM
New Zealand'Rash ruling': Principals fuming at exclusion from RATs schemeSchools won't have ready access to RATs to keep them open during the outbreak.16 Feb 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe secret life of: A class of Kiwi kids in a Covid pandemicIt's a place without singing, without shared learning and facing unprecedented challenges.16 Feb 05:28 PM
New ZealandGirl's hijab ripped off during 'racist' clash at Otago Girls' HighDunedin's Islamic community is working with Otago Girls' High School.15 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationNorthland educators sparring stances on whether schools should become vaccination sitesMany in Northland are not convinced that schools should be used as vaccination centers.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSchools adapt to change as Covid-19 cases appear in their communities"There's a real sense of community that develops."12 Feb 04:47 AM
New ZealandOtago Girls' High School fight video prompts actionVideo has emerged of Otago school pupils fighting, further inquiries are being made.11 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSeveral Covid cases associated with Wellington schoolsTwo of the schools are Petone Central School and St Patrick's College, Silverstream.10 Feb 11:46 PM
New Zealand'He's extremely lucky': Teen allegedly stabbed outside Waikato schoolThe teen's mother and a teacher were just metres away when he was stabbed by a student.10 Feb 07:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFree pads and tampons in schools appreciated, hope for sustainable underwear optionPhase Two of the Government's free period product initiative will begin soon.09 Feb 07:35 PM
New ZealandHelp wanted: School seeks people to supervise classes if teachers get OmicronHigh school planning for "potential major teaching staff shortages due to Omicron".09 Feb 02:53 AM
New ZealandSouth Auckland primary schools consider onsite vaccination clinicsCounties Manukau DHB has asked primary schools to allow vaccinations on their sites.08 Feb 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationTe Mata School students tested for Covid, no new cases yetTe Mata School principal is cautiously optimistic after no new Covid cases in the region.08 Feb 10:52 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesMultibillion-dollar tech company to train Kiwi school leaversIt's expected more than 10 per cent of workers needed over next decade will be IT-skilled.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPM promises schools will only close again as 'last resort'Cooler months are likely to bring new Covid variants and a return of the flu, says Ardern.08 Feb 02:35 AM
New ZealandSurge in school Covid cases; PM won't engage with anti-mandate convoyYesterday 188 Covid-19 community cases were reported by health officials.07 Feb 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationWould you spend $500,000 and move countries to educate your kids? This Korean mum has"Sometimes I feel like I have a lot of responsibilities on my shoulders."07 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRevealed: What Kiwi parents care about most when choosing a schoolPublic versus private? Sport versus grades? Here's what 1000 parents say really matters.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducation'The bottom line is that kids are happy': Schools prepare for staff shortages, class disruption amid OmicronSchools have been told staff shortages are "highly likely" as a result of Omicron.06 Feb 06:00 PM
