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Education Sector Backlash Against Government’s Curriculum Reforms Intensifies
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 9:59 am | NZ Principals Federation
A joint statement to the Minister of Education opposing the rushed and poorly designed changes has seen a surge in support, with more educators and peak bodies calling for an immediate pause. More >>
Education Sector Unites Against Government’s Wholesale Curriculum Changes
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 11:07 am | NZ Principals Federation
The educators warn that the curriculum framework and six draft curriculum documents are not fit for purpose, fail to meet the Ministry’s own standards, and represent a profound, unworkable narrowing of curriculum scope. More >>
NZPF Expresses Grave Concerns About Government Vision For Education
Wednesday, 28 January 2026, 11:03 am | NZ Principals Federation
The Government’s vision of education - politically controlled, professionally diminished, centrally managed - contradicts everything international evidence tells us about what actually drives educational excellence. More >>
Open Letter To Education Minister From Otago Primary Principals' Association
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 10:08 am | NZ Principals Federation
The association seeks transparency and true partnership to ensure change strengthens - not undermines - the public education system. More >>
Open Letter To Education Minister From North Canterbury Principals' Association
Monday, 8 December 2025, 7:09 pm | NZ Principals Federation
In alignment with the New Zealand Principals' Federation (NZPF), we urge the Education Minister to heed the united voice of principals across the motu. More >>
Open Letter To Education Minister From Ōtaki-Kāpiti Principals' Association
Monday, 8 December 2025, 6:59 pm | NZ Principals Federation
While our kura will continue this work regardless of policy shifts, we are deeply concerned that removing Treaty obligations from Boards risks creating national inconsistency and avoidable harm to race relations in Aotearoa. More >>
Open Letter To Education Minister From Tai Tokerau Principals’ Association
Thursday, 4 December 2025, 12:49 pm | NZ Principals Federation
In Te Tai Tokerau, where a significant proportion of our students are Māori, this commitment is not just a professional goal but a moral imperative. More >>
Curriculum Changes Ignore Crucial Evidence From England’s Education Review
Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 2:52 pm | NZ Principals Federation
"By connecting academic subjects to practical and real-world challenges, modern and high-performing education systems strive to make learning more relevant and engaging for their students," says Leanne. More >>
Papakura Principals' Association Open Letter To Education Minister
Monday, 1 December 2025, 5:02 pm | NZ Principals Federation
We must express our collective concern regarding the changes to the governance structure of Boards of Trustees, specifically concerning the bicultural partnership in the Education and Training Act. More >>
Masterton Primary Principals' Cluster: Ko Te Mana O Te Wehi O Te Tiriti O Waitangi
Thursday, 27 November 2025, 4:35 pm | NZ Principals Federation
As a collective, we recognise that the strengths of one kura can uplift many. By working together, we grow capability, deepen cultural responsiveness and ensure better outcomes for every child across the Wairarapa. More >>
Hieke NPA Opposes Removal Of The Requirement For School Boards To Give Effect To Te Tiriti From Education Legislation
Wednesday, 26 November 2025, 3:44 pm | NZ Principals Federation
Our name, Hieke, grounds us in the symbolism of the hieke; the traditional rain cape that offers protection and strength in all conditions. More >>
NZPF Responds To Government’s "Groundbreaking" Maths Results
Wednesday, 26 November 2025, 12:16 pm | NZ Principals Federation
NZPF understands that trial participants were tested before the 12-week intervention and again on the exact same items immediately following it, which Otene argues doesn’t provide the real picture of the students’ education gains. More >>
Open Letter From NZ Area Schools Association To Minister Of Education
Monday, 24 November 2025, 2:07 pm | NZ Principals Federation
For our schools, Te Tiriti o Waitangi is not an optional add-on; it is the foundational fabric that enables us to successfully operate in a bicultural environment and serve our diverse communities. More >>
Open Letter To Minister Stanford From The Auckland Primary Principals' Association
Thursday, 20 November 2025, 2:57 pm | NZ Principals Federation
Removing the obligation weakens accountability, risks inconsistency across the motu, and gives schools that are reluctant to engage an excuse to step away from commitments that should be universal. More >>
Open Letter From Franklin Region Schools To Minister Of Education, Hon Erica Stanford
Thursday, 20 November 2025, 2:52 pm | NZ Principals Federation
While its ambition is significant, the pace, sequencing, and lack of authentic consultation are already undermining the reform’s intent. More >>
Open Letter From Te Kāhui Tumuaki A Toi | Eastern Bay Of Plenty Principals’ Association
Wednesday, 19 November 2025, 3:12 pm | NZ Principals Federation
"We acknowledge that legislation may change; however, what has not changed is the reality in our schools. For us as principals, Te Tiriti o Waitangi remains foundational to the wellbeing, belonging, and success of our tamariki." More >>
Open Letter - Opposition To Undermining The Independence And Core Functions Of The Teaching Council
Tuesday, 18 November 2025, 9:31 am | NZ Principals Federation
The proposed legislation severely undermines the profession’s autonomy and ability to self-regulate. More >>
South Canterbury Principals' Association Open Letter
Monday, 17 November 2025, 7:50 pm | NZ Principals Federation
The South Canterbury Principals' Association is deeply alarmed by the rushed legislative changes, which strip Boards of their responsibility to manage Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. More >>
Open Letter To The Minister Of Education: Whiria Endorsement Of Sector Concerns
Monday, 17 November 2025, 5:35 pm | NZ Principals Federation
We oppose any measure that diminishes the role of elected members or shifts the setting of professional standards away from an independent, sector-led body and into the direct control of the Ministry of Education. More >>
Open Letter From The Hawkes Bay Principals' Association To The Minister Of Education
Friday, 14 November 2025, 2:46 pm | NZ Principals Federation
Rebuilding trust between the profession, the Ministry and Government must now be a shared priority if we are to move forward constructively for the sake of our tamariki. More >>
