New senior secondary school curriculum delayed following teacher feedback
Wednesday 6 August 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Ministry of Education
The government has postponed the introduction of the new senior secondary school curriculum after teachers warned the changes were being rushed. This delay follows an announcement that the NCEA qualification will be phased out. For students up to Year 10, the new curriculum is now expected to begin in 2027.
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