The third round was announced in Budget 2015. Following developments to the funding model and contract approved by Cabinet on 3 August 2015, the Under-Secretary to the Minister of Education announced the opening of the third application round on 14 August 2015. The application period closed on 30 October 2015.
The sponsors selectedFollowing application assessment and interviews with short-listed sponsors, recommendations are likely to be provided to open the third round of three Partnership Schools were announced by the Minister on ?? Juneof Education in early 2016 for her decision.
- Cabinet decisions on the third round, and funding model changes
- Application Phase
- Briefings and Advice
The two successful Partnership Schools and Sponsors were:Approved schools, if any, are due to open in 2017.
Note: Te Whanau o Waipareira withdrew from contract negotiation.