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We're strengthening learning support so the education system meets the needs of all learners and their families.
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Latest news
FeaturedHow to decide if a child is well enough to be at school or early learning
19 August 2026Health New Zealand has information to help schools, early learning services and whānau know when it is okay for a child to attend and when a sick child should be at home.
Safety checking for core children's workers
16 September 2026Changes to the safety checking of children’s core workers are being introduced from October. This aims to reduce the risk of harm to children and close a loophole for overseas convictions.
Mid-term school board elections 2027
16 September 2026The next school board mid-term election cycle will be in March 2027.
Updated New Zealand Curriculum for Years 0 to 10 released
16 September 2026The fully updated New Zealand Curriculum for Years 0 to 10 is now available for schools and kura to start using in 2027.
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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.