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Consultation begins on review of early learning regulations
The Ministry of Education has begun a comprehensive review of the early learning regulatory system.
Briefing to the Incoming Minister
Briefing documents help ensure incoming Ministers are fully briefed on their portfolios following Ministerial changes.
Emergency benefit and international students
From 1 December 2020, people on temporary work, student or visitor visas who can’t return home and can’t support themselves due to the impacts of COVID-19 may g
Regulatory change to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in early learning services
To minimise the risk of children choking while eating, licensing criteria for early learning services are being amended.
Te Ahu o te Reo Māori 2021
Te Ahu o te Reo Māori encourages the education workforce to grow their confidence in using te reo and integrating it into the learning of all ākonga/students.
NCEA Level 1 subject changes to give students a broader foundational education
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced significant changes to NCEA Level 1 that would provide students with a broader foundation and more pathways.
Extra support for beginning teachers impacted by COVID-19
The Teaching Council has developed an enhanced induction and mentoring programme for beginning teachers who have been impacted by COVID-19.
Clear direction set for the education system
Based on feedback from 50,000 New Zealanders on the future of education, the Minister of Education has published a Statement of National Education and Learning.
Local state of emergency in Napier due to flooding
The local state of emergency declared in Napier due to widespread flooding remains in place.