EmploymentVirus shuts English language schoolNapier language school shuts, but no widespread closures in NZ yet.09 Apr 12:54 AM
New ZealandPrincipals warn longer lockdown could harm educationSchool closures could extend beyond the end of the current four-week period.08 Apr 09:13 PM
KahuFamous Kiwi face to lead at-home school lessons - free computers on wayThe first computers and modems for needy families have already been dispatched.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandIt's her time (again): Suzy Cato - the TV saviour for kids in lockdownSuzy Cato returns to screens as host of a new educational channel for distance learning.08 Apr 05:00 AM
EntertainmentHello, g'day, kei te pēhea koe? She's back! Suzy Cato fronts lockdown education TVShe entertained NZ kids between 1990 and 2002 - now she's in front of a new generation.08 Apr 04:25 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Education Minister Chris Hipkins announces Suzy Cato's return and learning packsSuzy Cato is back! Education TV channels, learning packs and free computers to boost home learning.Watch08 Apr 03:23 AM
New ZealandTwo TV channels, 17,000 computers for school kids in lockdownFamilies without home internet and computers will get them free.08 Apr 01:45 AM
New ZealandComputers to the door, educational TV planned for lockdown learningTV lessons may start next week while families wait for internet connections.06 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationSchools fear equity gap will widen during Covid 19 lockdownStudents will be swapping the classroom for their home.05 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: Students want university fee rebate'Not what I paid for'- Students can't access labs, equipment, or technology for courses.02 Apr 02:53 AM
New ZealandUniversity to start all papers from scratch, and study until ChristmasThe plan has caused uproar among students.01 Apr 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnatomy of a nightmare: Inside the country's largest Covid-19 clusterIt's the largest cluster of Covid-19 cases in NZ. What happened at Marist College?31 Mar 10:09 PM
WorldSolomon Islands to close all schoolsThe Solomon Island have now closed all schools in a bid to stop Covid-19.30 Mar 11:48 PM
New ZealandMarist cluster: Entire school, 750 students now classed as 'close contacts'The Auckland girls' school has 47 confirmed and probable cases of Covid-19.30 Mar 05:00 PM
BusinessNCEA online-learning service made free for lockdown, 1000 teachers sign on to new platformOtago Boys' High School teacher turned entrepreneur chips in.28 Mar 11:06 PM
New Zealand'Incredible, this is saving lives': Kiwi 3D printer owners' face mask lifeline3D printer owners have answered the call for 8000 plastic face masks.28 Mar 02:16 AM
World'Zoombombing' disrupts online classes in USSaboteurs are infiltrating, disrupting online classes: Welcome to 'zoombombing'.26 Mar 10:15 PM
New ZealandChildcare centres hit by lockdown to get insurance payoutChildcare centres that have special arrangement to be paid millions in insurance money.26 Mar 08:20 PM
New Zealand13 Marist students, teachers positive - pupils from other schools warnedStudents aboard nine different bus rides are a risk of developing the virus.26 Mar 03:47 PM
New ZealandIt's not just the lockdown, it's autumnSlow down enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, the experts say.25 Mar 10:33 PM
New Zealand'Essential' nurses still can't find childcareEssential workers still can't find childcare as lockdown starts.25 Mar 06:30 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 Coronavirus lockdown: All schools will now be controlled by the Government under new emergency changesAll educational facilities are now controlled by the Government.25 Mar 05:59 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Government will fund care for essential workers' kidsBarnardos and Porse will provide home-based care for essential workers' kids.25 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Auckland school virus tally up to fiveOne school now has five confirmed coronavirus cases.25 Mar 12:56 AM
New ZealandTeachers respond to challenge of online learningEven during a global emergency there is no escape from school work.24 Mar 09:21 PM
New ZealandTravel deadline extended to Friday as stranded students struggle to get home by lockdownStudents trying to rush home as part-time jobs disappear or flatmates desert them.24 Mar 05:56 AM
New ZealandPrimary school advises 1-3 hours of schoolwork a dayOne to two hours for juniors, three hours for intermediates, is enough.24 Mar 02:50 AM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about school and uni closuresFrom Thursday, all schools and tertiary providers and early learning centres will be shut.24 Mar 02:21 AM
New Zealand'A couple of handfuls' of kids at schoolMost schools seem to be well prepared with home learning plans.23 Mar 11:02 PM
New ZealandLearning at home: set up daily routineParents are urged to set up daily routines for kids at home.23 Mar 08:25 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Daycares expected to wipe parent feesChildcare centres "would frankly be a bit dopey" to pursue parents' fees now.23 Mar 04:55 AM
New ZealandCovid-19 coronavirus: Students at Auckland school tested for virusPakuranga College principal said man with the virus had been in contact with the students.23 Mar 04:17 AM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Schools close indefinitely with just minutes' noticeSchool closures effective immediately, told only via media.23 Mar 03:41 AM
EducationWestbrook Primary School student tested for coronavirusThe boy and his family are in isolation and are being tested today.23 Mar 02:49 AM