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Massey University Boosts Domestic Veterinary Science Places to 140 from 2027
09 Oct 2026, 11:51 AM | 1 day ago | 43 viewsFrom 2027, Massey University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science programme will increase funded domestic places from 125 to 140 annually to help meet future demand for veterinarians, announced Minister Penny Simmonds. To accommodate this, the university will reduce international student intake from 50 to 35, with the government providing a $6 million grant over five years to offset lost international fee revenue. This initiative aims to strengthen New Zealand’s veterinary workforce and is funded through reprioritised existing tertiary education budgets, with final decisions by the Tertiary Education Commission.
Tags: Massey University Bachelor of Veterinary Science Penny Simmonds New Zealand veterinary workforce Tertiary Education Commission Lulu Jansen Palmerston North Education and Training Act 2020 Vote Tertiary EducationGovernment Invests $37M to Redevelop Four Schools and Expand Kōhanga Reo
08 Oct 2026, 6:13 PM | 1 day ago | 101 viewsThe Government is investing an additional $37 million to redevelop four schools, bringing this year's total school redevelopment funding to over $200 million, with projects starting within 12 months. Since taking office, the Government has revamped school property management by adopting cost-effective building methods, saving over $330 million and reinvesting in nearly 1,600 new classrooms and improved maintenance. Additionally, up to $3 million is allocated to support Kōhanga Reo to ease property pressures and expand capacity, ensuring greater access to immersion education.
Tags: Erica Stanford Lynfield College Whenuapai School Tawa College Māruawai College Te Kōhanga Reo National Trust Ministry of Education Kōhanga Reo New Zealand Government Education MinisterTeacher Training in New Zealand Soars 40% Since 2023 with New Initiatives
08 Oct 2026, 12:14 PM | 1 day ago | 87 viewsInitial teacher education enrolments in New Zealand have increased by 40 percent since 2023, rising from 3,190 to 4,455 in 2026, reflecting a growing interest among Kiwis to join the teaching workforce. The government has expanded initiatives like the School Onsite Training Programme, offering financial incentives and more training places, especially in secondary teaching where demand is highest. Alongside increasing enrolments, efforts to improve teacher retention, curriculum quality, and professional development aim to build a strong, world-leading education system centered on great teaching.
Tags: Erica Stanford New Zealand teacher education School Onsite Training Programme teacher enrolments secondary teaching education reforms teacher retention te reo Māori science graduatesGovernment Funds 12 New Classrooms to Expand Wakatipu High School in Queenstown
06 Oct 2026, 1:55 PM | 3 days ago | 76 viewsThe Government is investing in 12 new permanent classrooms at Wakatipu High School to address Queenstown’s rapidly growing secondary education demand, with construction starting in early 2027 and completion by mid-2028. The expansion includes specialist and general teaching spaces and supports future growth alongside plans for a second secondary school, reflecting a broader commitment to upgrading school infrastructure across New Zealand. Additionally, funding is allocated for a pilot project converting open plan classrooms into enclosed learning spaces at Wakatipu and five other schools to enhance learning environments.
Tags: Erica Stanford Chris Bishop Wakatipu High School Queenstown New Zealand School Property Agency Avonside Girls’ High School Haeata Community Campus Hobsonville Point Secondary School Rolleston College Shirley Boys’ High SchoolNew Zealand Launches NZ School Property Agency to Boost School Infrastructure
01 Oct 2026, 8:33 AM | 1 week ago | 179 viewsThe New Zealand School Property Agency (NZSPA) has officially begun operations to improve transparency, service quality, and commercial discipline in managing school property, separating these responsibilities from the Ministry of Education's policy and network decisions. The Government has invested $2.7 billion across three budgets to fund nearly 1,600 new classrooms, specialist schools, and maintenance upgrades, while adopting cost-saving measures like offsite construction to reduce classroom costs significantly. NZSPA, governed by a skilled board, aims to provide a clear, value-for-money investment pipeline and long-term infrastructure planning for school properties nationwide.
Tags: Erica Stanford Chris Bishop Murray McCully Sarah Petersen Mark Binns Rick Herd Sue McCormack Peter Alexander New Zealand School Property Agency NZSPANew Zealand Narrows Socio-Economic Achievement Gap with Strong Student Gains
09 Sep 2026, 9:08 AM | 1 month ago | 324 viewsNew Zealand’s latest OECD PISA results reveal a significant narrowing of the socio-economic achievement gap, driven by substantial gains among students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly in science, maths, and reading. Education Minister Erica Stanford attributes this improvement to factors like better attendance rates and government reforms focused on literacy, maths, a knowledge-rich curriculum, and early intervention for struggling students. Despite progress, overall results remain below levels from 15 years ago, but the government is committed to ensuring every child receives an excellent education regardless of their background.
Tags: Erica Stanford New Zealand OECD PISA Education Minister Ministry of Education literacy maths attendance education reformNew Zealand PISA 2025 Results Show Stable Performance with Gains in Digital Skills
08 Sep 2026, 7:31 PM | 1 month ago | 397 viewsThe 2025 PISA results show New Zealand students’ achievement stabilizing after previous declines, with rankings above the OECD average in reading, science, and mathematics, and notable strengths in computational problem-solving. Positive trends include a narrowed achievement gap, increased student effort, and greater appreciation of school relevance, though participation rates were low, potentially skewing results. Education Minister Erica Stanford emphasizes the importance of international assessments and data-driven improvements, supported by new legislation mandating school participation to better inform education policy.
Tags: PISA 2025 New Zealand Erica Stanford OECD education performance student assessment achievement gap international studies education data$32.8M Boost: 34 New Classrooms and Gym for 10 Growing NZ Schools
08 Sep 2026, 12:57 PM | 1 month ago | 351 viewsEducation Minister Erica Stanford announced a $32.8 million investment to provide 34 additional classrooms and a new gym across ten schools experiencing significant roll growth, funded through over $330 million in savings from more efficient school property planning and delivery. The projects, including four satellite classrooms for Arohanui Special School at Massey High School and an early gym construction at Chapel Downs Junior College, will begin within 12 months using standard designs and offsite manufacturing to enhance efficiency. This initiative builds on the nearly 1,400 new classrooms added nationwide in the past three years, aiming to deliver better value and more facilities where demand is highest.
Tags: Erica Stanford Avondale Primary School Berkley Normal Middle School Botany Downs Secondary College Chapel Downs Junior College Gilberthorpe School Massey High School Takanini School Te Waka Unua School Waitara High SchoolNew Zealand’s International Education Exports Surge to Nearly $5 Billion in 2026
04 Sep 2026, 10:31 AM | 1 month ago | 492 viewsNew Zealand’s international education export earnings have nearly reached $5 billion in the year to June 2026, surpassing pre-Covid levels and significantly boosting the economy. Despite having fewer international students than in 2019, the sector has achieved strong growth through increased value per student and rising enrolments, particularly in universities and schools. The government aims to sustain this momentum by supporting education providers, maintaining competitive immigration settings, and promoting New Zealand globally to reach 105,000 student enrolments by 2027 and $7.2 billion in export earnings by 2034.
Tags: Erica Stanford New Zealand Education New Zealand international education export earnings immigration settings international students universities Education MinisterNew ECE Regulations: Education Review Office Takes Over Licensing & Compliance
01 Sep 2026, 10:02 AM | 1 month ago | 376 viewsRegulation Minister David Seymour announced that, following the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Sector Review, regulatory responsibilities have transferred from the Ministry of Education to the Education Review Office (ERO) to simplify and improve ECE regulation. The new framework, established by the Education and Training (Early Childhood Education Reform) Amendment Act 2025, emphasizes risk-based, proportionate, and transparent regulation prioritizing children's health, safety, and wellbeing while reducing unnecessary burdens on providers and parents. These reforms aim to make it easier to operate high-quality centres, increase parental choice, and support the Government’s goal of smarter, more effective regulation to foster sector growth.
Tags: David Seymour Education Review Office ECE Sector Review Early Childhood Education Ministry of Education Education and Training Act ECE Regulation New Zealand Government ECE Licensing Director of RegulationGovernment Invests $23M in 20 New Specialist Classrooms Across Nine Schools
21 Aug 2026, 9:35 AM | 1 month ago | 565 viewsThe government is investing $23 million to build 20 new specialist classrooms across nine schools, contributing to a total $317 million spent on specialist education infrastructure, including 142 new classrooms, three new specialist schools, and redevelopments of six existing schools. This initiative aims to support students with high and complex learning needs by providing tailored learning environments and ensuring families have educational choices. The new classrooms include both base special school classrooms and satellite classrooms located within mainstream schools to enhance accessibility and inclusion.
Tags: Erica Stanford Education Minister specialist classrooms special education inclusion Drury Palmerston North Gisborne New Zealand specialist schoolsGovernment Invests $31.3M to Create Calmer Classrooms in 90 NZ Schools
19 Aug 2026, 8:28 AM | 1 month ago | 528 viewsThe Government is investing $31.3 million to improve learning environments by creating calmer, less disruptive classrooms in over 600 spaces across nearly 90 schools, focusing on installing internal walls and beginning design work for more complex projects. This initiative responds to strong demand from schools moving away from noisy open-plan classrooms, building on a previous $10 million investment and aiming to provide focused, manageable teaching spaces for students and teachers. The staged approach prioritizes simpler modifications for quick completion while planning more complex upgrades, with projects already funded and underway in multiple regions nationwide.
Tags: Erica Stanford Government Education Minister New Zealand classrooms schools funding learning spaces teaching spacesNew Zealand and Viet Nam Strengthen Education Cooperation and Student Exchange
18 Aug 2026, 10:50 AM | 1 month ago | 515 viewsNew Zealand and Viet Nam have renewed their bilateral Education Cooperation Arrangement to deepen ties between tertiary education institutions, emphasizing skills development, innovation, and collaboration. The commitment includes expanding student and academic exchanges, supported by new Memorandums of Understanding between institutions from both countries. This cooperation aligns with New Zealand’s Tertiary Education Strategy, contributing to increased Vietnamese student enrollment and growth in education-related exports.
Tags: Penny Simmonds Hoàng Minh Sơn Luxon Tô Lâm New Zealand Viet Nam Education Cooperation Tertiary Education International Education Memorandums of UnderstandingGovernment and Partners Invest $700K to Empower Auckland Youth Through Polyfest Program
14 Aug 2026, 2:04 PM | 1 month ago | 466 viewsThe Government, alongside Rangitāmiro Limited and One Foundation Limited, is investing $700,000 to support The Polyfest Trust's three-month leadership and mentoring programme for over 350 Auckland youth aged 12 to 24. The initiative, integrated with the ASB Polyfest Māori stage, aims to develop participants' leadership, goal-setting, and decision-making skills while preparing them for future education, training, and employment opportunities. Emphasizing culture and community, the programme fosters confidence, identity, and long-term success through personalised mentorship and engagement plans.
Tags: Polyfest Trust James Meager Youth Development Partnership Rangitāmiro Limited One Foundation Limited ASB Polyfest Youth Minister Kapa Haka Nationals International Youth Day Pacific cultural festivalsCharter Schools in New Zealand Double Enrollment, Boost Student Success by 2026
13 Aug 2026, 1:32 PM | 1 month ago | 524 viewsAs of July 1, 2026, 1,732 students are enrolled in 17 charter schools in New Zealand, reflecting strong parental demand for diverse and flexible schooling options. Charter schools offer greater flexibility combined with strict accountability, resulting in improved attendance and achievement, with many students surpassing expected educational levels. The government supports expanding charter schools to harness community-driven ideas and continue this growth in student success.
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