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Key initiatives
Attendance
Going to school every day is important for students to develop skills for lifelong learning.
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We want all children to achieve their potential no matter where they are.
Find out moreCharter schools | kura hourua
Charter schools | kura hourua offer more choice and flexibility in what is taught and how it is taught, as long as children are safe, attending school and achieving.
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Latest news
What's new for Term 1 2025
2 December 2024An overview of new requirements for schools from Term 1 2025.
Latest issue of Kia Manawaroa is out now: 14 February 2025
14 February 2025Check out the first issue of Kia Manawaroa for 2025!
Read the latest Education Gazette
13 February 2025Education Gazette | Tukutuku Kōrero is now online only. Read the February issue.
Groundbreaking phonics checks and Hihira Weteoro available for all children starting school
5 February 2025For the first time, all children and mokopuna starting school or kura can go through new phonics checks to see how they’re progressing with learning to read.
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Our websites
Education Gazette
Education articles to inform and inspire, plus job vacancies, notices, and professional development opportunities.
Education Workforce
Explore becoming a teacher in New Zealand and career development opportunities within our education sector.
Tāhūrangi
Curriculum information, with resources to support Te Whāriki, Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, and the New Zealand Curriculum.