Crime'A sadistic flavour': Paedophile's jail time extended after more predatory offending revealedFormer principal James Parker's number of victims has now climbed to 22.25 Jun 07:00 AM
WorldTeacher sacked after sending 35,000 messages to ex-student before relationshipEleanor Yorke has been suspended after having a sexual relationship with a former student.20 Jun 05:55 AM
New Zealand'Compelled to stay': More teachers working past 65 amid shortagesIn 2024, 8072 teachers over 65 made up about 10% of the workforce.18 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandParents gaming system as top Auckland schools close rolls to out-of-zone pupilsSome schools have hired private investigators to identify 'fraudulent' applications. 13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDr Lesley Rameka honoured for 30-year service to Māori“They were sharing a real taonga with us, and it was important that their words be heard."11 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeacher denied request to 'retire with dignity' after having sex with studentThe woman was more recently teaching at one of the country's top private girls' schools.04 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unjustifiable': Dyslexic children to lose 109 specialist teachers after Budget cut'For those with severe difficulties reading or writing, there’s nothing to replace them.'03 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Govt's $140m school attendance initiative overlooks NZ's missing children crisisOPINION: Community-based initiatives could be used to get these children back on track.03 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleHow one man's passion for tradition and giant kūmara is empowering Northland youthMalcolm Wano and Kiahara Takareki Trust in Moerewa want to inspire young people.23 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovernment changes tikanga course rules in law schools Labour is uncomfortable with the Government's approach to the issue. 23 May 06:56 AM
New ZealandWatch: Erica Stanford promises 1600 more teachers, learning support staff by 2028The minister is speaking at Mt Albert Grammar in Auckland. 22 May 10:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovt boosts spending on private schools to support ‘diversity, choice’It is the first increase in private school funding in 15 years, David Seymour said. 22 May 03:32 AM
New ZealandDeputy principal on leave, police complaint laidThe school has not confirmed any details but sent out a cryptic email earlier this week.16 May 12:48 AM
New ZealandTeacher pulled fingers and swore at students, made fun of kids with learning disabilitiesWendy Hopwood also ripped up students’ artwork and tore pages from their workbooks.15 May 04:38 AM
Business'Inspire the next generation': Boeing's new push in Kiwi schoolsGiant exporter hopes students in regions can be part of the next generation of aviators.12 May 11:43 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: 'Fund hope, not hype' – what secondary teachers need from BudgetOPINION: Erica Stanford announced $53m for teacher registration fees for three years.11 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia Robinson: 'Why didn't we learn this at school?'OPINION: The Government is embedding financial education from Year 1 in the curriculum.11 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Like a prison': Students in revolt at posh Auckland school, principal caught on secret recordingStudents claim the school feels more like a 'prison' than a place of learning.09 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Gut-wrenching': Fury as Hawke's Bay pay equity claims dropped'Money is more important to them than women.'08 May 04:31 AM
New Zealand'Slap in the face': Northland leaders condemn pay equity changesLeaders say the Govt move is 'a step backwards' and will have a 'huge impact' on workers.07 May 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPatrick Walsh: A heavy bureaucratic blanket has been a dismal failure for learning supportOPINION: The most vulnerable and disadvantaged children have been poorly served.05 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Focus on the basics': Whanganui Mayor pushes back on truancy appealAndrew Tripe says there's a firm directive to councils to focus on the basics.03 May 10:26 PM
New ZealandTop school shares private details of pupil who complained about now-disgraced teacherThe files included the girl's allegations and a copy of her 'safety plan'.03 May 05:00 PM
CrimeSnapchat nudes and alcohol: Female teacher groomed 15yo student before sex actsHer lawyer said the victim's gender made the crime less serious. The judge disagreed.02 May 05:15 AM
New ZealandNorthland schools see literacy boost with structured approachAlmost two-thirds of teachers are significantly changing their teaching practices.01 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: 50 years of Havelock North High School, and 40 years with one teacherFrom typewriter to computers, from School C to NCEA, Glenys Sparling-Fenton's seen it all.30 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: Cut red tape faster and deeperOPINION: The preschool review is a template but it is too little and takes too long.29 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandGovt announces $53m boost for teacher registrations, practising certificates feesIt will benefit around 115,000 school and early learning teachers over three years.28 Apr 12:45 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Fighting to keep his late partner’s dream alive – the story of JillyfishReece Kennedy almost closed the doors, until he got a call from a business mentor.27 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful buildings': College undergoes major transformationA $47m redevelopment was announced in 2018 for 57 teaching spaces.26 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandNumber of people studying education continues to dropNew Zealand's education crisis deepens; numbers studying significantly drop since 2015.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeachers Disciplinary Tribunal: How misconduct is handled in teachingThe Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal handles cases such as fraud and violence.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandGovernment proposes compulsory consent education in Kiwi schoolsFeedback is now open on new relationship and sexuality education in schools.18 Apr 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘I love my life’: How a mother found hope after her darkest daysLynda Hills struggled with her mental health throughout her youth.18 Apr 02:00 AM
