New Zealand‘Equity crisis’: Principals urge end to NCEA reading and maths testsOver half of students from low-income schools failed the reading and writing tests.02 Mar 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe cost of a private school education: NZ’s most expensive & how much fees have jumpedA Herald analysis of 20 leading independent schools' fees.02 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeEx-Catholic teacher’s 40th sex abuse conviction emerges as another victim steps forwardThe former Marist Brother has already been sentenced three times for preying on children.02 Mar 05:29 AM
New ZealandOne man’s $300k mission to restore decaying yacht involved in tragic race'My memory of that yacht is spending all our holidays on her'.01 Mar 02:00 AM
SportAuckland Uni aims to host All Blacks at $320m sports centreThe state-of-the-art complex features Olympic gym gear and an indoor arena.01 Mar 02:00 AM
New Zealand‘We’ve had no one apply’: Teacher shortage hits regionThe Bay could be short of 180 primary school teachers in 2025, according to projections.28 Feb 06:15 PM
New Zealand'Left in the dark': Waikato college parents blast school over threat closure'These kids were really scared.'28 Feb 04:30 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to mediaChris Hipkins speaks to the mediaWatch27 Feb 09:12 PM
New ZealandHauraki Plains College receives second threat, school closed todayThe first threat came yesterday morning. Last night, there was another one.27 Feb 06:49 PM
New ZealandThreat made to Hauraki Plains College, young person questioned by police Police say there’s no ongoing concern, and they’re not seeking anyone else.27 Feb 02:22 AM
Education‘Cost-saving’ lunch scheme under fire: Principals urge acting PM to return to old systemPrincipals list issues like small portions, late deliveries, and burned and unsealed food.27 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandAre private schools better than public schools in New Zealand?The judge ruled in favour of St Cuthbert’s, citing its support for learning disabilities.26 Feb 10:39 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: David Seymour makes announcement on charter schoolsAssociate Minister of Education David Seymour announced today that round two of the charter school application process is open.Watch26 Feb 12:34 AM
EducationEleven days of butter chicken: Principals report more problems with school lunchesSchools meet with catering area manager, but still no clear solutions to lunch issues.25 Feb 07:04 PM
KahuHow a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa hakaFinance Minister Nicola Willis received a rock star welcome at Te Matatini's opening day.25 Feb 05:31 AM
New ZealandNutritionist finds list of issues with school lunch programmeIssues such as wastage and meal quality in schools were raised.24 Feb 05:58 AM
Education‘It’s pretty bad, I hate it’: Hundreds of school lunches going uneatenComplaints and concerns about the Government's revamped school lunch programme continue.21 Feb 07:06 AM
New ZealandProp to publisher: Former rep rugby captain’s journey to writing kids' booksWriting heartfelt children's books is a new passion for the former rugby hardman.15 Feb 04:00 PM
EducationSchool lunch provider admits halal meals ‘friendly’ but not certifiedLunch provider Compass admits halal meals it delivers to schools are not halal certified.14 Feb 05:54 AM
New ZealandNearly a third of schools receiving free lunches send complaints, queries to ministry'We had a great system before ... it was just great and now we’ve got this.'13 Feb 06:35 PM
New Zealand‘Absolute shambles’: English curriculum turmoil as teachers back outConcerns included complex content and unrealistic expectations for teachers.12 Feb 08:54 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew Zealand's oldest and most expensive private school is celebrating 175 yearsThe Herald took a look around the Canterbury institution with former student and current tour guide, 84-year-old Derek Banks. Video / Derek BanksWatch11 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat does $56k-a-year get you? Inside NZ’s most expensive private schoolMike Thorpe gets a tour of Christ's College ahead of 175th anniversary events.11 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s about the safety of our kids’: Parents alarmed over bus cutsThere are concerns about children walking along State Highway 10.09 Feb 05:16 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The kōhanga generation comes to WaitangiANALYSIS: If we want to close those gaps, we already have a model for how to do it. 07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy NZ needs more Māori nurses for culturally safe careMāori nurses make up only 7% of the workforce, despite 17% of the population.06 Feb 05:59 PM
New ZealandMany schools have lost confidence in school lunches programme – leading principalSchool lunches too hot to handle: the latest complaint in a nightmare week.05 Feb 05:15 AM
New Zealand‘Your kids might be hungry’: School lunch woes continue; meals not arrivingChildren who brought cut lunches shared them with others to stave off hunger pangs.03 Feb 10:57 PM
New Zealand‘Didn’t look good’: Parents upset at ‘unidentifiable’ kids' lunchesParents reported that school lunches were late to arrive and 'went into the rubbish'.30 Jan 07:05 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to mediaChristopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to the mediaWatch30 Jan 12:51 AM
EducationLunchbox magic: How to keep costs down and kids happyKathrine Lynch, founder of The Daily Menu blog, shares tips for kids' packed lunches. Video / Mike ScottWatch22 Jan 04:00 PM
EducationBack To SchoolMum of three give tips on how to get kids into uniform without breaking the bank.Watch20 Jan 04:00 PM
EducationBack to School: Structured literacy and numeracyAucklander Charlotte Lay explains why the new methods of teaching reading, writing and maths will be good for her 6-year-old daughter Margot. Video / Alex BurtonWatch19 Jan 04:00 PM
PoliticsResults revealed: Drop in NCEA Level 1 achievementResult brings 'literacy and numeracy in New Zealand into sharp focus'.16 Jan 09:53 PM
