Ministry suspects some schools are opening fewer days than required

1NewsRNZOtago Daily TimesMonday 25 August 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story Ministry of Education, New Zealand Principals' Federation

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The Education Ministry suspects some schools have been opening for fewer days than legally required. Official Information Act documents reveal the ministry is planning a crackdown, which includes monitoring schools next year and limiting the number of closure days schools can choose this year.

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First reported by 1News, Mon 25 Aug 2025, 8:37am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 59 minutes
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