School and college

Find out about education in NZ and get information to help you choose a school. Learn what you need to do to prepare your child to start school.

  • School terms in NZ

    School terms for New Zealand primary, intermediate and secondary schools — this includes public, integrated and private schools. Dates and times may vary between schools and age groups.

  • School fees and donations

    It’s free to go to a state school — but the school can ask for donations towards their running costs.

  • School zones, reviews and equity funding

    Find out if you live in a school’s zone, how the school is performing and what level of equity funding it gets based on the Equity Index.

  • How to enrol your child at school in NZ

    Find out when your child can start school, how to choose a school, enrol and prepare your child for school.

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