New ZealandNapier school’s new playground will grow with its studentsWhile the students may leave, their playground will keep growing.04 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Why poverty continues in New ZealandOPINION: Suburbian response says much about the shameful blight of poverty in Aotearoa.03 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionSocioeconomic factors are a proven cause of absenteeismOPINION: It’s no secret that schools are desperately underfunded.03 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSurprising most popular extracurricular activity for Kiwi kids revealedListening to music was the most frequent activity.03 Mar 02:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Tax and the gig economyOPINION: Knowing your tax obligations when it comes to side hustles.02 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleStaying in school until 18 ‘slows down ageing’Research is the first to show education has an impact at a cellular level.02 Mar 04:00 PM
KahuNon-Māori need to be aware of ‘privilege’ as demand for te reo growsFull immersion learning comes with understanding the deep culture - actor/director.01 Mar 11:59 PM
New ZealandSchools fear more kids will skip class if free lunches axedEducators say the free meal is the only reason some show up.01 Mar 12:30 AM
PoliticsMaths, reading writing policy not likely to make much difference - briefing paperThe document says international tests indicate more teaching results in worse performance.29 Feb 08:45 PM
New ZealandHigh school's lockdown drill angers parent; specialist says more schools asking for themMore schools are employing advisers in the wake of the March 15 mosque attacks.29 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeachers turn down $5000 to help fast-track new NCEA guidanceTeachers claim schools do not feel confident about introducing the new level 1 standards.28 Feb 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationHow does your school rate? NCEA and UE results at every college rankedWhere does your school rank? Which ones stand out, and why?28 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuKura feel they’ve been put to the bottom of the list again - TinettiFormer education minister worries kura projects will be cut.27 Feb 05:58 PM
New ZealandStaff protest looming cuts to University of Waikato LibraryPeople gathered at the University for a protest against proposed cost cuts.27 Feb 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We’ve made our decision': Top school pilots NCEA alternativeThe school's principal says the new programme encourages development.27 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandMinistry of Education defends decision to hire new staffThe Ministry of Education has increased staff by about 1900 in 5 years.26 Feb 09:01 PM
New ZealandMangawhai high school may be open by early 2025Independent school would cater to students who now travel to access secondary education.26 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Is NCEA still the right way for our students?OPINION: To describe NCEA as ‘world-leading’ remains a major stretch.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Child Cancer appeal, fibre furthered, water restrictions continueNews snippets from the Far North.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Stern but with a huge heart': Tributes flow for beloved school principalPrincipal Paul McKinley's death will be felt in schools across Auckland.26 Feb 05:25 AM
Politics'Bordering on crisis': Luxon announces review of school property systemPM and Education Minister made the announcement today.26 Feb 03:53 AM
New Zealand'Unprecedented': Private NZ schools group wins 46 Cambridge Exams awardsACG celebrates 46 awards - including 14 top in world prizes.25 Feb 08:55 PM
LifestyleExplained: What students are actually required to learn in sex edFirst of all, it’s not all about sex.25 Feb 08:31 AM
New Zealand'Devastating loss': Beloved Auckland high school principal dies suddenlyThe school will remain open tomorrow for students that needed support.25 Feb 08:21 AM
New Zealand'It's about survival': Kids as young as 11 working as farm hands to help feed familyNo warm clothes, hungry bellies and working on farms is some children's daily reality.22 Feb 10:36 PM
New Zealand'Absurd': Fast-growing school hits out after Govt puts 'essential' builds on holdEducation sector should not be the target of 'cost-cutting', says principal21 Feb 02:22 AM
New ZealandDiamond anniversary for trainee teachersA reunion is being held for the 1964 intake at Palmerston North Teachers’ College.20 Feb 10:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPrivate schools: The most expensive tuition fees in 2024 and how much they've increasedThe Herald analysis of 20 leading independent schools' fees.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandUni students blindsided by late cancellation of teaching course'I thought this would be the start of a brand new pathway and a way of giving back...'19 Feb 10:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSchool phone ban: The case for getting rid of the ‘distraction machine’A US researcher explains why he thinks technology is driving a youth mental health crisis.19 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandUniversities at risk of running out of moneyNew Zealand unis are at risk of running out of cash to pay their bills this year.19 Feb 07:09 PM
New Zealand'Senseless and cowardly act of violence': Marcellin College responds to attack on student'We condemn this senseless and cowardly act of violence.'19 Feb 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMāori immersion school moving in sparks controversy in tight-knit communityResidents claimed the move will create stormwater, noise, sewerage and traffic issues.18 Feb 05:33 PM
New Zealand'Bunch of cowards': Councillor condemns 10-person pack attack on boy by rival school studentsThe young victim was allegedly struck on the head with a bottle and stomped on.18 Feb 02:07 AM