Education news
Prop to publisher: Former rep rugby captain’s journey to writing kids' books
Writing heartfelt children's books is a new passion for the former rugby hardman.
School lunch provider admits halal meals ‘friendly’ but not certified
Lunch provider Compass admits halal meals it delivers to schools are not halal certified.
Nearly a third of schools receiving free lunches send complaints, queries to ministry
'We had a great system before ... it was just great and now we’ve got this.'
‘Absolute shambles’: English curriculum turmoil as teachers back out
Concerns included complex content and unrealistic expectations for teachers.
Kea Kids news
Factory-to-table school lunches are here, what do kids really think?
The new school lunches have rolled out, with mixed reviews and bumpy deliveries. Reporter Frankie takes us from the factory to the schools for a tamariki taste test.
Kea Kids News: Who needs a school bus when you can hitch a ride on your chilly bin
Reporter Finlay interviews Jack Smith, an inventor who can make a minibike out of just about anything! Check out Jack’s coolest new ride in action. Video / Kea Kids News
Kea Kids News: Nathan Rarere passes his Cheap-a-ccino secrets to the next generation
Reporter Jack is hitting the RNZ studio for some tips from radio announcing legend Nathan Rarere on interviewing sports stars and looking flash without breaking the piggybank.
More Education news
New Zealand's oldest and most expensive private school is celebrating 175 years
The Herald took a look around the Canterbury institution with former student and current tour guide, 84-year-old Derek Banks. Video / Derek Banks
What does $56k-a-year get you? Inside NZ’s most expensive private school
Mike Thorpe gets a tour of Christ's College ahead of 175th anniversary events.
‘It’s about the safety of our kids’: Parents alarmed over bus cuts
There are concerns about children walking along State Highway 10.
Simon Wilson: The kōhanga generation comes to Waitangi
ANALYSIS: If we want to close those gaps, we already have a model for how to do it.
Why NZ needs more Māori nurses for culturally safe care
Māori nurses make up only 7% of the workforce, despite 17% of the population.
Many schools have lost confidence in school lunches programme – leading principal
School lunches too hot to handle: the latest complaint in a nightmare week.
‘Your kids might be hungry’: School lunch woes continue; meals not arriving
Children who brought cut lunches shared them with others to stave off hunger pangs.
‘Didn’t look good’: Parents upset at ‘unidentifiable’ kids' lunches
Parents reported that school lunches were late to arrive and 'went into the rubbish'.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to media
Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford speak to the media
Lunchbox magic: How to keep costs down and kids happy
Kathrine Lynch, founder of The Daily Menu blog, shares tips for kids' packed lunches. Video / Mike Scott
Back To School
Mum of three give tips on how to get kids into uniform without breaking the bank.
Back to School: Structured literacy and numeracy
Aucklander Charlotte Lay explains why the new methods of teaching reading, writing and maths will be good for her 6-year-old daughter Margot. Video / Alex Burton
Results revealed: Drop in NCEA Level 1 achievement
Result brings 'literacy and numeracy in New Zealand into sharp focus'.
How does your school rate? Latest NCEA, University Entrance results at every college ranked
Where does your school rank? Which ones stand out, and why?
Call for mandatory child protection training for teachers
Teachers are in prime position to notice signs of child abuse.
Summer reads: NCEA results, school fees and system failures - the year in education
A look back at some of the biggest education stories of 2024.
Polytechs could go up for sale when Te Pūkenga is disestablished
In a surprise move, the sale of polytechnics will be on the table.
Professor Meihana Durie appointed Tumuaki of Te Wānanga o Raukawa
Over the years, he has held influential roles.
New Zealand men main reason for bad slump in literacy, numeracy test
And an educator says she is not surprised.
Ex-rugby player fired from teaching job over misconduct allegations to return to work
Commissioner's decision puts teacher’s ‘mana ahead of the law’, former board leader says.
Kea Kids News: Māori honey helps keep kura kids mighty
Reporter Kane-John is interviewing his mates at Te Kōhanga Reo o Te Whare Aroha o Te Hūmārie, where a local honey-maker is helping to keep the tamariki healthy and strong.
How does your school rate? Latest NCEA, University Entrance results at every college ranked
Where does your school rank? Which ones stand out, and why?
French investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News Update
French investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ Herald
'Mindless vandalism': Window smashing spree hits Auckland schools
Several schools have had their windows smashed and vehicles damaged in recent days.
Ex-boarding school staff member in court on historical sex offences involving students
The alleged offending happened more than 20 years ago, police say.