Ministry of Education New Zealand

🚨 ATTENTION: OFFSITE MANUFACTURING SUPPLIERS 🏗️ We are expanding our existing offsite manufacturing supplier panel. We’re looking for new suppliers who can help us deliver quality learning spaces using offsite manufacturing techniques. To learn more about the Ministry’s offsite manufactured building requirements, expectations from suppliers and procurement process, you’re welcome to attend any of our upcoming supplier briefings: 📍 Auckland: 12pm, Monday 31 March 📍 Napier: 10am, Tuesday 1 April 📍 Christchurch: 9am, Wednesday 2 April 💻 Online: 9am, Wednesday 2 April Complete details about our supplier briefings can be found on the Notice of Intent (NOI) we’ve published on the Government Electronic Tenders Service (GETS): https://lnkd.in/g8HBFCTs Please share this with your contacts who might be interested in this opportunity.

Congratulations to the 2025 Ngarimu Scholarship and Competition winners! 🎉 Thirteen inspiring ākonga Māori were honoured with the prestigious Ngarimu scholarships and awards last night in recognition of their exceptional academic achievements and dedication to upholding the values of the 28th (Māori) Battalion. See the full list of award winners here: - https://bit.ly/4hipO5d - https://bit.ly/41AiyvF Learn more about the Ngarimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarships & Awards https://bit.ly/3QAjjje

Meet Maree, Manager for ESOL, Refugee and Migrant Education. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO PURSUE THIS CAREER PATH? Very early in my teaching career, I worked in International Schools in Papua New Guinea, where almost every child in my class was fluent in two or three languages, and tasked with learning English to succeed at school. I realised that these children possessed a wealth of knowledge far beyond what they could share with me due to the barrier of language. When I returned to New Zealand, I stumbled across a course at the then Auckland College of Education – the National Diploma of Teaching English in Schools to Speakers of Other Languages. I knew this was the missing link to my kete of tools as a teacher. While completing this study I was teaching at a central Auckland primary school where around 80% of the ākonga were bi/multilingual. It quickly became evident that the explicit and targeted teaching of language features through authentic and meaningful tasks which I learned about in my study was effective; all of my students, not only English Language Learners, benefitted from this approach. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR ROLE? Seeing the impacts of our work in schools and communities is the most rewarding part of this role. Every day we hear stories of learners, families and teachers who have achieved things, or made things happen as a result of funding or guidance our team has provided. WHO OR WHAT INSPIRED YOU IN YOUR WORK? I’ve been a learner of te reo Māori most of my life, but am nowhere near a fluent speaker and would definitely not describe myself as ‘bilingual’. So, I’m inspired by the multilingual people with whom I work and those we serve, who are able to walk and talk in two or more worlds with confidence, grace, humility, and compassion. I learn from you all every day. To learn more about ESOL, head to: https://lnkd.in/gpfmzhEt Caption: Maree (second from left) with her whānau.

Aorere College kicked off the 2025 academic year with an inspiring speech from their latest head boy, Chanel Filiva'a. His words to fellow students earlier in February inspired us all to win the year! 🎉 "Push yourself beyond what you think you are capable of, and take every opportunity that comes your way. Keep your eyes on your goals, support one another and never lose sight of your potential." Let’s make this year our best yet! 💪 Full transcript of Chanel’s speech here: https://bit.ly/4ichXa2

We’re having an awesome time in Ngāmotu for Te Matatini Kapa Haka Festival 2025! It’s a privilege to be part of this celebration of Māori culture, music, and performance alongside such a talented community. If you're attending, be sure to stop by our stall (#133, section A) to kōrero about pathways to becoming a kaiako, the support available to you, and how we can support schools and kura. Plus, we’ve got heaps of free educational resources to hand out! Come kōrero with us and learn more! #TeMatatini2025 #KapaHaka

Arihia Stirling, QSM, principal of Te Kura Māori o Ngā Tapuwae, is shaping a future where every ākonga can reach their full academic potential. With a deep commitment to te ao Māori and the success of her students, Arihia’s leadership has transformed her kura into a place of excellence, empowerment, and achievement. 💬 “I see education as the doorway to choice. If we don’t give our tamariki that, then we haven’t done them a service.” Through her tireless work, Arihia: 🔹 Embeds te reo Māori me ōna tikanga into everyday learning 🔹 Advocates for Māori success as Māori, ensuring ākonga thrive in both te ao Māori and te ao Pākehā 🔹 Supports whānau to be active partners in their children’s education 🔹 Leads with passion, resilience, and a vision for lifelong learning Here’s what the Chair of the @NEiTAFoundation had to say about Arihia’s exceptional teaching and leadership: “Arihia is a dedicated, compassionate, and transformative force in education. She is a remarkable principal, influencing the trajectory of future generations and leaving an enduring legacy on the lives of countless students. Te Kura Māori o Ngā Tapuwae and its wider community are enriched thanks to Arihia’s ability to motivate, educate, and inspire the next generation of young minds.” 📖 Read more in Issue 1 of Education Gazette | Tukutuku Kōrero: https://bit.ly/3X2FHVZ

School leadership can be a rewarding but complex journey. That’s where experienced leaders like Sandy Hastings step in – offering guidance, reassurance, and practical support to tumuaki across Canterbury. With decades of experience, Sandy knows first-hand what it takes to lead a school. Now, as a leadership advisor, she’s helping others navigate challenges, build strong teams, and create environments where students and staff flourish. Here’s how Sandy is making a difference: 🔹 Walking alongside new and experienced principals, offering mentoring and advice 🔹 Helping schools tackle challenges – from staffing to student wellbeing 🔹 Encouraging leaders to prioritise their own wellbeing and professional growth 🔹 Strengthening collaboration across the education community 💬 “I feel incredibly privileged to work with tumuaki and boards and be part of their journey.” 📖 Learn more about her impact in Issue 1 of Education Gazette | Tukutuku Kōrero: https://bit.ly/4hRG65F P.S. Sandy’s story is the first in a new series spotlighting the everyday experiences, challenges, and success of the education workforce across Aotearoa. Do you know an educator whose story should be shared? Get in touch at gazette@education.govt.nz.

The Small or Remote Schools Facilities Management Pilot is making property management easier for principals in small and rural schools while enhancing asset maintenance to maximize capital investment. 46 schools in Waikato opted into the pilot, choosing from these 7 services to meet their needs: 1. 24/7 helpdesk for urgent property jobs and contractor coordination 2. Part-time caretaker shared across schools 3. Assistance with low-complexity 5YA projects 4. Annual maintenance plans and asset management 5. Onsite drinking water testing and maintenance 6. Autonomous Lawn Mower (ALM) trial 7. Asbestos management plans While new schools can't opt in yet, the pilot’s findings will help shape future facilities management.

Every term, the Ministry team in Otago and Southland organise a Whānau Day for families with Deaf babies and preschoolers. These events are run on the weekend and hosted by local pre-schools or kindergartens to make them as accessible and family friendly as possible, with venues rotating around the region. The programme for the day is a mix of information and fun, including: ✨ a guest presenter ✨ a family sharing their story ✨ input from the Deaf Aotearoa- First Signs, with signing activities. At our most recent event last November, Grant Ramsay from our Dunedin office shared insights on Mauri Tau, Mauri Ora and supporting tamariki wellbeing. He offered tips for parents on activities like brain-calming, reframing behaviour, and managing friendships and screentime. Thank you to everyone who joined and lent a hand at the Whānau Day – your support and participation made it a wonderful day for all ❤️. The next Whānau Day is set for 8 March in Gore! If you’d like to find out more, get in touch with your local Ministry office: https://lnkd.in/g2nvGGFs

Every school day from Term 1, students across New Zealand will receive a free lunch prepared by the School Lunch Collective. To learn a bit more about how to feed over 127,000 kids in one day, check out the video below.