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Parata says despite an increase in Pasifika achievement, they're still lagging behind (Getty)

Achievement levels 'concern' minister video

Education Minister Hekia Parata released the latest round of national standards data this morning and is trumpeting an increase in achievement.

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National Standards data released today will show an increase in achievement among Pasifika students

National Standards data released today

John Key says new data about national standards shows an increase in achievement, especially among Pasifika students.

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Paeroa Central School

Problem students pose dilemma video

The Principals' Federation backs putting problematic students into mainstream schooling, but only if schools are prepared.

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Paeroa Central School

Violent pupil needs support - MoE video

The Ministry of Education has backed down from forcing a Waikato primary school to re-enrol a child who assaulted a teacher.

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The Ministry of Education told Paeroa Central School to re-enrol the boy by Friday

School won't take back violent pupil

A Waikato school is refusing to take back an 11-year-old boy who assaulted a teacher, despite being threatened that its board of trustees could be sacked and a commissioner appointed.

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The first two charter schools, to be established in Christchurch and Auckland, are expected to be ready to open in term one next year. (Photo: File)

Charter school operators in waiting game

Providers to operate the country's first charter schools will be chosen within weeks, but opponents are warning of a step backwards for public education.

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Minister in charge of Novopay Steven Joyce

Govt vows to fix beleaguered Novopay

The Government is going to keep Novopay and is vowing to fix the error-ridden teacher pay system - even though it is racking up huge costs.

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Joyce: 'Plenty of blame to go around' video

It was announced today Novopay was $24 million over budget. Joining Campbell Live is the minister responsible for Novopay, Steven Joyce.

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Millions has been spent on trying to fix the error-ridden system

Report fails to allay teachers' fears video

Today's report on Novopay has done nothing to allay the fears of teachers and principals, who say the nightmare continues.

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Education Minister Hekia Parata is blaming officials for giving her misleading information about Novopay

Parata says officials misled her

Education Minister Hekia Parata is blaming officials for giving her misleading information about Novopay before she and other ministers signed it off.

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Minister reponsible for Novopay Steven Joyce (Photo: Lloyd Burr/3 News)

Novopay inquiry critical of ministry video

A ministerial inquiry into Novopay has blasted the relationship between the Education Ministry and the system's creator Talent2.

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Green Party co-leader Metiria Turei

Greens make school health pledge video

Green Party co-leader Metiria Turei has announced a policy of putting nurses in low decile primary and intermediate schools.

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