Govt drops NCEA plans for primary and intermediate children
Principals opposed suggestions that Years 7 and 8 could sit the new NCEA tests.
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Schools want more support for overseas teachers hired to fill gaps in NZ classrooms.
Proposed school zone shuts out families next door
Hobsonville Point is growing fast and the local primary school bursting at the seams.
Coronavirus panic, hysteria: Auckland school bars Filipino kids
School bars four Filipino children who have never been to China.
'Unlawful and discriminatory': Disabled children fight for an education
'Parents shouldn't be relying on luck for their child to succeed in the classroom.'
Environment Court fines contractor more than $15k
The company was lead contractor in the redevelopment of Northland College.
Mixed feelings about proposal to hike teachers' registration fees
Some aren't happy with the increase, others say it is necessary.
No need to overhaul troubled school, acting principal says
Good management and developing trust key at Kamo High School.
Sex abusing teachers: Number of convictions, allegations skyrockets
The number of teachers convicted of sex offences has increased dramatically since 2018.
Students from China placed in motels after homestays rebel
Queen St school has placed "a small number" of Chinese students in hotels.
Coronavirus: Students seek fee refunds after travel ban
Student leader says international students are treated as "cash cows".
Seismic risk forces ministries out of Wellington offices
Ministry for Women and Ministry of Education staff to leave premises on The Terrace.
Coronavirus: Schools in turmoil over students affected by border closure
Concerns not only for students who can't return to NZ, but also for those soon to leave.
Overcrowded schools: 508 short of classrooms
National says figures show Labour has failed to keep up with demand for classrooms.
Hostels told to isolate students at risk of having coronavirus
Ministry says school hostels must have isolation facilities.
Outgoing principal speaks out
New principal's post at Kamo High School to be advertised in the next few weeks.
Letters: Health practices shrouded
The Ministry of Health appears culpable for careless or incompetent procedures.
Virginia Oakly: Why early childhood teachers need pay parity
Comment: Economic case for investing more in early childhood education is overwhelming.
Institute issues face masks to students
Free face masks and hand sanitiser for students who have been in China.
Coronavirus warning to NZ schools: Keep students away for 14 days
Any at-risk children or teachers should stay away for 14 days.
Troubled Kamo High School loses principal
Parents at Kamo High School told of principal's resignation a day before classes resume
Early childhood teacher shortage as trainee numbers drop
Region to start school year with almost 40 early childhood job vacancies.
'Kiwi mums and dads getting fleeced': Parents react to uniform price outrage
"The schools have a monopoly and they all have different uniforms."
School uniforms too expensive? Ministry investigates prices
The ministry is investigating whether there are opportunities for reduced prices.
Teacher shortage still critical in provincial areas
Teacher shortage persists in some areas when schools reopen next week.
'Asking for trouble': Stoush over new religious school on farmland
School would be in "the best place to market garden in the area".
What is the best age to start your child at school?
A school principal says to parents: "You know your child best."
Bill offers chance to clarify karakia in schools
Education bill set to revive questions around karakia in schools.
NCEA results go live: 140,000 students can see how they fared
NZQA results have been released online this morning.
Sarah Alexander: Pay all teachers the same or drop qualifications
Comment: Kindergartens have pay parity with schools, not so early childcare centres. Why?
Losing our religion: Is this the end of religious lessons in schools?
Education Minister Chris Hipkins says NZ is not ready for ban on religious instruction.
In the red: Report reveals local schools in 'serious financial difficulty'
Seven schools were flagged as being in 'serious financial difficulty' in 2018.
'Very red' eyes: Childcare teachers had cannabis in their systems while at work
One turned up with bloodshot eyes.
Cash and high-fives from Labour Party conference
Lots of cash and high-fives from Labour Party conference held in Whanganui.