Education

NCEA tests failing students in low income schools

Principals from schools in the country's poorest communities have united to call for an end to new NCEA reading, writing and maths tests. They warn the... Read More

Reading programme rewarding all involved

An Ōmokoroa school is getting a lot of mileage out of its reading programme, which has evolved and grown significantly in the last few years. 'I can read... Read More

Bay of Plenty may lack 180 teachers in 2025

The Bay of Plenty could face a shortage of 180 primary and 30 secondary teachers this year. Ōpōtiki School struggles to attract teachers, citing housing... Read More

Pāpāmoa College mural celebrates student success

A newly-completed, massive mural at Pāpāmoa College is turning heads and celebrating the excellence and success of its students. The vibrant artwork, spanning... Read More

Exciting fundraiser for Whakamārama School

Whakamārama School PTA is starting the year off with a bang after an incredible 2024, where they raised $35,000 through donations, sponsorships, grants, and... Read More

Rotorua student going to subantarctic islands

A Rotorua Girls' High School student is going on a 'once in a lifetime opportunity” to the subantarctic islands on an expedition voyage. Zoe Parker,... Read More

Teacher shortage no surprise

A teacher shortage is disappointing but no surprise, the head of a secondary school principals' association says. The Ministry of Education said schools... Read More

Rotorua school leaver thriving in new forestry job

When Shael (Pihenga) Takao left school 18 months ago she had no idea where her future lay - but now, thanks to a collaborative network of industry partners,... Read More

Pedal power raises funds for bikes

Students and teachers at Te Puke Primary School are delighted to have a shed full of brand-new bikes thanks to a huge fundraising effort by the community. The... Read More

Entries open for Race Unity Speech Awards

Entries are now open for the prestigious Race Unity Speech Awards 2025, inviting senior students from schools across New Zealand to share their perspectives... Read More

Katikati teen keen on biomedical career

As a young teen Kyra Murray thought she'd like to be a forensic scientist. Now she's setting her sights on biomedical study with the intention of becoming... Read More

Head of Te Puke High School

Harrison Matthews has already found new confidence since becoming Te Puke High School head boy. Head girl Bella Ngawhika said her desire to be head student... Read More