Addressing Unmet Need : A Roadmap to an Inclusive Education System
Every young person in Aotearoa New Zealand deserves equitable access to quality education and the support they need to thrive. However, secondary schools are facing increasing challenges as growing student needs outpace available resources.
Annual Conference Papers 2026
All the papers that are going to this year's Annual Conference are online now for you to read and have your say.
Soon, you will be invited to a PPTA branch meeting in your school to discuss the papers and enable your branch to feed your views into your r
Past Annual Conference Papers
Here you can find a collection of our previous annual conference papers.
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PPTA survey reveals widespread concerns about curriculum implementation
Teachers are the experts in teaching and learning. The pulse check demonstrates the importance of listening to the profession as curriculum decisions are made.
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Years 11-13 Draft Curriculum Feedback
The draft curriculum content for the first group of new 26 Ministry-led Phase 5 (years 11-13) subjects within English, Maths, Science, Social Sciences and Health and PE has been released for consultation.
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Mahi Tika: Learning to make a difference
Mahi Tika is the professional development programme for PPTA members. Mahi Tika courses are practical adult education seminars based on case studies, collaborative problem-solving and discussion. The courses are delivered by PPTA field officers each year
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Curriculum Changes - FAQs
How are the new phases related to my current year levels? The five phases of the refreshed curriculum are: Phase 1: Years 0–3 Phase 2: Years 4–6 Pha...
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Annual Conference 2026
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Education Minister legally obliged to respond to concerns about new Science curriculum
The Minister of Education has a legal responsibility to respond to concerns and queries about the new Science and Social Sciences curricula, says Chris Abercrombie, PPTA Te Wehengarua president.
School integration the big question for industry-led subjects
The Education Minister’s announcement today about which industry-led subjects will be part of the new secondary school qualifications system fails to provide the sector with the vital information it needs, says Chris Abercrombie, PPTA Te Wehengarua president.