What we are seeking to achieve

New Zealand’s strategy for early childhood aims to build the lifelong foundations of success, not only for our children, but also for New Zealand.

In primary through to secondary education we want to raise literacy and numeracy standards and participation, engagement and achievement so that young people stay at school longer and leave with higher level qualifications. We want to ensure a smooth transition from secondary school into ongoing education, training or work.

Our tertiary education strategy focuses on quality and relevant education and research that supports the realisation of the goals of New Zealanders and the development of our nation.

New Zealand has the strategy Ka Hikitia – Managing for Success, to help ensure effective teaching for Maori young people. And the Pasifika Education Plan to help raise the participation, engagement and achievement of Pasifika students.

To find out more about New Zealand’s strategies for education, go to the Ministry of Education’s website.