New Zealand
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Math
7 subject areas for grades 6 to 12
Physics
7 subject areas for grades 6 to 12
Chemistry
17 subject areas for grades 6 to 12
Biology
13 subject areas for grades 6 to 12
Psychology
11 subject areas for grades 9 to 12
Education in New Zealand
New Zealand’s education system for Years 1 to 13 is governed by a devolved model. The Ministry of Education sets national policy, curriculum, and funding frameworks, while individual schools are governed by Boards of Trustees. These boards, comprising elected parent, staff, and community representatives, are responsible for school governance, strategic direction, and ensuring compliance with national standards. The Education Review Office (ERO) independently evaluates and reports on the quality of education and school performance. The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) oversees assessment and qualifications for secondary education. This governance structure ensures local community involvement, accountability, and alignment with national educational objectives.
New Zealand’s education standards are guided by the New Zealand Curriculum (NZC) for English-medium schools and Te Marautanga o Aotearoa for Māori-medium schools, both setting out national learning objectives and key competencies for Years 1 to 13. Assessment at the secondary level is managed through the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), aligned with the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF), which is internationally benchmarked. The system incorporates global best practices, ensuring comparability with international standards such as the OECD’s Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). Regular curriculum reviews and participation in international assessments help maintain and enhance educational quality and relevance.
