Possible changes to home-based ECE
A new survey launched today seeks public input into the future of home-based early childhood education (ECE). The survey closes on 24 September 2018.
News stories
Message to parents about field staff strike - 21 August
Some Ministry-employed field staff including psychologists, speech language therapists, early intervention teachers and other specialists are on strike.
NZEI has extended strike action
As you may have seen NZEI Te Riu Roa has announced it will hold a full day strike on August 15.
Ask me Anything (AMA) with the Minister of Education
On Monday 9 July, Minister Chris Hipkins will be online to answer your questions about NCEA.
Bullying-Free NZ Week Competition 2018 – winners announced
Students have been awarded for their creative responses to bullying in the Bullying-Free NZ Week Competition.
Strike action planned for August 15
NZEI Te Riu Roa union intend to hold a three-hour strike on 15 August, and are discussing whether to extend it to a full day strike.
Future direction of early learning
A new survey will contribute to developing the government’s 10-year Strategic Plan for Early Learning.
Teachers to attend paid union meetings
We value the work our teachers and principals do and progressing their pay and working conditions in the current bargaining round is a priority for us.
Tomorrow’s Schools Review
The way our schools are governed, managed and administered is being reviewed.
Progress and achievement across the National Curriculum for Years 1 to 10
The Ministry wants to know what you think about progress and achievement, to help us enhance teaching and lead to better outcomes for every child.
The future of NCEA - join the conversation
Education should give every New Zealander the freedom and opportunity to be the best they can be.
Update for current charter school students, parents and whānau
The government is ending charter schools and is working with them to become part of the wider state school system.
Three reasons kids don’t talk about bullying and what you can do about it
Bullying can have a huge impact on children’s mental health and wellbeing.
New book helps children learn the power of kindness
Bullying can have a huge impact on children’s mental health and wellbeing.
Parents join education sector and young people at Education Summit
Parents are joining people from all parts of the education sector and community to discuss the future of learning at two Education Summit events
Have your say on the future of education in New Zealand
The Government has launched the Education Conversation | Kōrero Mātauranga and wants to hear the views of parents.
Every day counts towards your child’s learning
The start of the school year is an exciting time for most kids. Here are some tips to help you help your child make the most of it.
Back to school tips
The start of the school year is an exciting time for most kids. Here are some tips to help you help your child make the most of it.
Summer holidays
Fun ideas for your kids for Christmas and the holidays.
New Digital Technologies curriculum content for all schools and kura
A new Digital Technologies (English medium) & Hangarau Matihiko (Māori medium), curriculum content is being published.