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A National Government will prioritise lifting achievement for all New Zealand children, no matter their background or ability, National Party Leader Judith Collins and National’s Education spokesperson Nicola Willis say.
“Parents just want what’s best for their child. As a mother, I know the worry parents have about how their child is achieving, whether they are struggling in an area and may need more support, and what job prospects they will have when they leave the education system,” Ms Collins says.
“Parents want to see their children grow and thrive, to have options and opportunities once they leave school. We understand this, and a National Government will invest in the future of our children.
You can read our full Education Policy Factsheet here.
On a visit to the Graduate School of Education Ms Collins announced how a National Government would support parents, students and teachers in making sure all New Zealand children get the start in life they deserve through a $1.9 billion package over four years.
National will:
“National will increase spending in education every year including increasing operational funding for schools and early childhood education services,” Ms Collins says.
“We want all children to go on to achieve great things. With the right education we can overcome the challenges some children face purely because of the situation they were born into.”
Ms Willis said our investment in additional teacher aides will make a big difference to children’s learning.
“Parents and teachers alike know how valuable it is to have an extra pair of hands and eyes in the classroom.”
Ms Willis reconfirmed National’s previous commitments in education, such as:
“Passionate teachers and principals play a key role in impacting a child’s love of learning and their education. We will support quality teaching at every stage, from recruitment and training, through to ongoing professional development and career progression,” Ms Willis says.
“A quality education can make all the difference in the future of a child. National knows how important it is for children to leave school with firm foundations in core areas, but also for parents to feel empowered to make the choices that will best suit their child’s needs.”
You can read our full Education Policy Factsheet here.
You can read our Children with Additional Needs Policy Factsheet here.
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