Report highlights ways to improve online safety

Ban phones in classroom, not in breaks - survey

A report finds Kiwi students are eager to try digital learning, and EY partner Chase Paraone says this creates a chance to plug gaps in access.

A group of 70 students have written an open letter asking the senior leadership team to reconsider.

School students are getting a jump on the rest of the country and heading to the polls with a mock election.

Tauranga teacher's plea to candidates

New Zealand’s tertiary education faces a crisis following the pandemic. The government’s underfunding is leading universities to make large job cuts. This threatens the study of Asia and Asian languages at the university level. In recent years, New Zealand universities built a strong foundation in Asian studies. However, AUT, Otago, Massey, and Victoria University of […]

National has proposed a plan to enhance international education. The plan suggests increasing the working hours for overseas students in New Zealand from 20 to 24 hours per week. Additionally, it offers expanded work rights and quicker visa processing for those paying an extra fee. Penny Simmonds, National’s tertiary spokesperson, stated that this will raise […]

The Government has announced plans to make teaching methods for maths, reading, and writing the same across all schools. Education Minister Jan Tinetti said this change ensures that all students, no matter which school they attend, receive the same education. The current curriculum varies in teaching core subjects, causing differences between schools. The new rules […]

Overview: Each year, over 300,000 New Zealanders enroll in tertiary education institutions including universities, polytechs, and wānanga. Most domestic students receive government subsidies on their fees. Additionally, many students use Studylink, a service offering interest-free loans or student allowances. This year, universities faced funding deficits, leading to staff and student cuts. In response, the government […]