Enrolment, attendance, and the school system Donations and school fees Can state schools charge fees? Education and Training Act 2020, s 33 No. Every New Zealand citizen or permanent resident is guaranteed free enrolment and free education from their fifth birthday until…
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Enrolment, attendance, and the school system The National Curriculum What is a curriculum? Education and Training Act 2020, s 90 The National Curriculum is the term used to refer to both The New Zealand Curriculum and Te Marautanga o Aotearoa. The New…
Enrolment, attendance, and the school system Learning support Education and Training Act 2020, s 34 The New Zealand education system aims to be inclusive. However, some students are unfairly denied access to some or all of the curriculum because they have learning…
School governance and management What this chapter covers School boards Responsibilities of the board, who sits on them and what to do if you have a problem with the board Teachers and staff Making a complaint, and the rules about the use…
School governance and management School boards What does a school board do? Education and Training Act, ss 125,126, 127 The board sets the direction of the school, with the main focus being student progress and achievement. The board does this by creating…
School governance and management Teachers and staff How do I make a complaint about a teacher? If you’re having a problem with a teacher, it’s usually best to start by talking to them directly with your whānau, if you can. If that…
School governance and management Boarders and school hostels How are school hostels managed? What laws apply to them? Boarding hostels are generally run by independent governing boards, even if the hostel is part of a state or integrated school. Hostels must be…
Health, safety, and wellbeing What this chapter covers Laws about your wellbeing at school Overview of key Acts and policies Health and safety Managing medicines, allergies and health and safety on school trips and education outside the classroom Bullying Reporting bullying to…
Health, safety, and wellbeing Laws about your wellbeing at school Your school is responsible for your care and for providing a safe learning environment. The school board (if you are at a state or integrated school) or the management body (if you…
Health, safety, and wellbeing Health and safety Medicines and allergies Schools will usually ask for medical information when you enrol. This includes information about your allergies. It’s important to provide this as soon as possible. Tell them: what you’re allergic to what…
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