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Must do better - NZ students among worst behaved kids in OECD: report
The report found that behaviour issues are 'particularly severe' in larger schools.
Public sector stress: Inside the 'unsettling' efforts to cut costs at govt departments
Just how deep will the cuts go in the race to cut spending?
Gloriavale school ‘not providing an adequate education’
Gloriavale Christian School did not meet criteria for registration as a private school.
Election 2023: Act vows to cut funding for poorly-performing ECEs
The party also wants to rank all schools using standardised tests, which is controversial.
'Once outside the system, you're stuffed': The Alternative Education issue
One AE provider wants to see a more individualised approach for students.
'Inadequate and poor quality': Alternative education for at-risk teens slammed
Scathing report calls for a total overhaul of the system and more funding.
Do young people leave school with basic skills for work? No, say employers
An employer asked an apprentice to sweep the workspace. They said no and phoned their dad.
'Exploited a vulnerable student': Ruapehu teacher struck off after sex with student
A school caretaker found the pair in a classroom close to one another.
Oranga Tamariki, police investigating ‘report of concern’ at Auckland school
“All students and staff deserve to feel safe at school."
History of surfing v New Zealand Wars - the battle over our school curriculum
'There is a great danger that some students are missing out on big chunks of learning.'
Statutory manager steps in at Auckland school amid violence claims
It follows concerns about violence and management of the school's hostels.
'We must do better': 1 in 5 ethnic students experience racist bullying at school
Education Review Office says schools must recognise all ethnicities.
One in five schools needs intensive help, Education Review Office warns
ERO also warns of widespread breaches in the past year.
School truancy: Act wants on-the-spot fines for parents
Truancy continues to rise after Covid-19 saw attendance plummet.
Poor school attendance and uncaring parents, ERO report reveals
A third of students do not consider attending school each day as important.
Pandemic pain: Principals, teachers stressed and exhausted
Student behaviour worsens, leading to increased pressures on principals and teachers.
'Under the Bridge' high school out of statutory management after 7 years
Papakura High has become a place where families want to send their kids, principal says.
Lockdown 'just pulled away all the motivation': Students want more NCEA changes
Some teenagers are warning the pandemic has ruined the school year.
Choosing childcare: An insider's view
An insider's view of childcare by Glenfield early childhood teacher Nick Batley.
Choosing childcare: The price war in the suburbs
New daycare centres are touting for a shrinking number of children.
Iconic Reading Recovery programme may change, slammed for lack of 'spill over'
Education Ministry will 'strengthen' Reading Recovery after critical evaluation.