Useful Links
Sites with information that may be useful for parents can be found below. Please also
visit our
eLearning Zone for games, websites and activities that can help support
your child's learning at home.
 TKI: Parents
Parents are partners in the learning journey of their children. The
Ministry of Education has a range of materials and information for
parents to assist them to work in partnership with their local
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  Ministry Of Education: Parents
Useful information about your child's education, including what
they learn, how their progress is assessed and other topics of interest.
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 National Standards
Doing well in reading, writing and maths gives children the skills and
knowledge they need to succeed at school, and in the future.
From
2010, schools with children in Years 1-8 will be using National
Standards in reading, writing and maths. The standards give teachers,
children, parents, families and whānau a clear idea of where children
are at in reading, writing and maths, and what they have to do next in
their learning. |
 The Numeracy Project: Family Activities
The Numeracy Project represents a significant change in the way mathematics is taught in New Zealand schools. NZ Maths has information about the project, and activities designed to help you support your child's mathematical development at home.
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TKI: Gifted and Talented
Gifted and talented learners are a special group of children who have
exceptional ability in one or more areas of their lives. These areas
can include intellectual pursuits, technical competence, creativity,
leadership and social skills, physical performance, cultural
understanding and practices, and the visual or performing arts. The TKI G&T page has links and information for parents of Gifted and Talented students.
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