EducationSchools preparing for Covid-19 lockdownSchools have not even reopened for the year and they are already making lockdown plans.28 Jan 10:23 PM
New ZealandVictoria University's new 'Wellington' sign reignites name change stoushThe university has applied for resource consent to install new signs on Rutherford House.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBack to School: Walking to schools helps body, brain and the planetDespite the health and traffic benefits of walking, most Kiwi kids get a lift to school.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBack to School: Roll into after-school activities with confidenceTeam sports are still winners but skateboards and roller skates are gaining traction.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWaikanae youth receives London based forum award"I didn't really expect it because there were so many good people there."26 Jan 09:32 PM
LifestyleBack to School: How to build a healthy lunchbox your kids will eatNot having to make school lunches is one of the parental highlights of the holidays.26 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMinistry's process stifled childcare centre abuse complaints: teacherThe centre's licence was suspended for three weeks in November following the allegations.25 Jan 09:19 PM
New ZealandFeeding hungry kids: Forward one step, back one stepAbout 640 schools will start getting free school lunches, but 1300 have lost free milk.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSchool tech warning: 'We paid the cost of an iPad and had nothing to show for it'Interest-free options are tempting but can bite in the long run, budgeting experts say.25 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionReading between the linesOpinion: Ignore the naysayers, let's stick to the facts on the science of reading.25 Jan 04:00 PM
EducationPilot programme puts student teachers among the studentsThe opportunity to complete a teaching diploma on school grounds begins this year.25 Jan 06:42 AM
New ZealandBoys' schools ask parents to pay more in voluntary donations'Boys get the priority', says McAuley High School principal Jan Waelen.24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA mother's story: Diagnosing my daughter's dyslexiaA mother found out how challenging it can be for NZ schools to deal with dyslexia.24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandReading revolution: The new way your kids will be taught to readSchools are getting 2.4m copies of new phonics-based reading books - will they work?22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow to teach skills for workplace of next generationTeachers aim to lift students' aspirations above mere grades.22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationNew phonics-based reading books produced by Ministry of EducationWillow Park School head teacher Theresa Kinloch is working with kids in her class using the new phonics-based reading books being produced by the Ministry of Education. Video / Dean PurcellWatch22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWar of words as experts clash over how to teach kids to readDebate raging between experts on whether phonics is the way to teach reading or a "fad".22 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: NCEA results bring closure after Covid-disrupted yearEDITORIAL: Extra credit this year to students who achieved despite the circumstances.22 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNCEA results 'some of the best' despite pandemic - principalsOne Auckland principal credits "a heightened sense of urgency" among students last year.21 Jan 07:48 PM
New ZealandNCEA-lite? Lockdown credits questioned after schools boast best-ever resultsBonus credits have averted a drop in NCEA pass rates despite Covid lockdowns.21 Jan 05:50 AM
KahuSecondary schools set to include Kapa Haka as part of NCEA curriculumMore than 30 secondary schools will pilot 'Te Ao Haka', available for NCEA at all levels.20 Jan 10:58 PM
New ZealandNCEA exams: Results published online this morningSecondary students can see how they performed in their end-of-year exams.20 Jan 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLinda Mitchell: Now is the time for a reset on early childhood educationOpinion: Broad latitude is given to early childhood education providers - why is that?20 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSchool computer network blocks 2000 online threats a minuteThreats included a spike in the first week after schools reopened following the lockdown.20 Jan 05:14 AM
New ZealandCovid generation's NCEA moment of truthSchools are anxious to see what impact lockdowns had on NCEA achievement.20 Jan 01:45 AM
New ZealandDaycare food fight: Sausages, dried fruit, popcorn, raw apples bannedWatermelon seeds must be removed and peas cooked and mashed for under 3s.20 Jan 12:35 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCovid hits children's enjoyment of learningERO recommends mentoring programmes to help students enjoy learning after Covid.18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationRoll estimates give Tauranga a new biggest schoolPrincipals of fast-growing schools complain the ministry is moving too slow on new builds.17 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationRevealed: The Rotorua schools expecting growing rollsMore than 300 new students are set to join Rotorua classrooms this year.17 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchool Strike 4 Climate NZ to reignite movement in 2021Organisers say an intergenerational protest will be held outside Parliament on January 26.15 Jan 08:05 PM
KahuDemerit points bill oversimplifies youth justice system, expert saysA demerit system approach is 'trying to simplify something that isn't simple', he said.14 Jan 11:35 PM
New ZealandGovt to allow 1000 overseas students inThe move is part of the recovery plan for international education.13 Jan 07:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSummer reads: Tertiary education, training courses, jobs - your best Covid-based optionsWhat kind of training will lead to secure jobs as we recover from the Covid recession?11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark Bracey: Why phonics isn't the silver bullet to improved readingOpinion: Learning to read can come naturally as a child is exposed to text in a fun way.11 Jan 04:00 PM
