Government extends alternative literacy and numeracy pathway until 2027

Summarised by Centrist

The government has extended an alternative pathway for students to meet NCEA literacy and numeracy standards until the end of 2027. Education Minister Erica Stanford said schools are struggling to get students across the line due to gaps in primary and intermediate education. Secondary Principals’ Association president Vaughan Couillault noted the alternative was not a “soft option,” requiring significant time and effort from students.

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