NZ stabilises its position in top half of countries in latest PISA results.
New Zealand student performance was relatively consistent up to 2009. While we remained above the OECD average in maths, science and reading between 2009 and 2012 performance declined. The latest...
View ArticleVandalism funding to repair school property
Calculating vandalism fundingUsing vandalism fundingGetting vandalism top-up fundingApplying for funding after a major vandalism eventChanges to your vandalism risk categoryReducing vandalism...
View ArticleProperty
These property pages contain the information previously found on the ‘Property Toolbox’.Checking your property after a major incident - fire, earthquake, floodUse these 5 steps to make your school safe...
View ArticleLearning Support (previously Special Education) Update
We’ve heard from families and from educators that the special education system can be hard to navigate, with too many hurdles to get to the right support. Parents have also told us that they don’t...
View ArticlePhysical wellbeing
Heart Foundation: managing stress Auckland Regional Public Health Service: an active person is a healthy personThis is an 8 week walking programme that can be done individually or as a...
View ArticleSouth Australia and New Zealand Principal Exchange
Each exchange involves a 10 week, single term placement for Term 3 2017. Principals are expected to arrive a week before the beginning of the term and return a week after the term ends. Exchange...
View ArticleConstruction rates
On this page:Construction ratesConstruction rates and 5YA fundingWhat do you use construction rates for?Reviewing ratesConstruction ratesThe rates include:Base construction rateTrade costs,...
View ArticleInformation to help with your proposal application
We recommend reading the Teacher-led Innovation Fund (TLIF)Teacher-led Innovation Fund (TLIF) guide before submitting your proposal. You may also find it helpful to read the recent NZCER research about...
View ArticleApplications open for principal exchange
The South Australia/New Zealand Principal Exchange programme offers principals an exciting opportunity to experience leading a school in a different country. Applications close on 27 February 2017.Find...
View Article2017 Science, Technology and Maths Secondary Scholarships open
The 100 available scholarships are a great opportunity for graduates wanting to become secondary teachers in the sciences, technology or maths (STM) subjects.Science, technology and maths can lead...
View ArticleProperty projects: Contractor health and safety
Contractors who are engaged to work on school construction projects must have a strong health and safety record, and adequate systems in place to manage health and safety risks.Contractors working on...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Our leadership team
Secretary for Education: Iona Holsted Secretary for Education: Iona HolstedIona Holsted was appointed as Secretary for Education on 5 December 2016.Prior to this, Iona was the Chief Review Officer and...
View ArticleMinistry Bulletin for School Leaders | He Pitopito Kōrero
Calendar of key Ministry dates to December 20172016Click on each item to bring up additional details. As new events are added or changes made, these will be mentioned in the Bulletin.View the key dates...
View Article2016 Ministry Bulletins | He Pitopito Kōrero
Issue No 61 2016 November 14Issue No 60 2016 October 31 Issue No 59 2016 October 17Issue No 58 2016 September 23Issue No 57 2016 September 12Issue No 56 2016 August 29Issue No 55 2016 August 15Issue No...
View ArticleNews updates for health and safety
Health and safety resources launchedWe’ve launched these resources to support schools and early childhood education services meet their health and safety requirements.The resources include several new...
View ArticleProperty
Christmas break checklistDownload this handy checklist to help make sure your schoolThese property stays safe overpages contain the information previously found on the Christmas break.‘Property...
View ArticleChanges coming soon to ENROL
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)New reportsAll reports will include the "known as" namePrincipals and RTLB users of ENROL English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)Funding is...
View ArticleEnrolling students
Enrolment eligibilityWhat's new in ENROL Using ENROL - the register for student enrolments Enrolment eligibility overview including enrolling adult studentsCircular 2012/01 Eligibility to enrol , will...
View ArticleLeasing or hiring land and buildings to third parties
OverviewHow to lease or hire out your school land and buildingsDealDealing with a proposalGet Ministry approval for common situationsGetting Ministry approvalGet Ministry approval for specific...
View Article