23 Apr 2026
6 months ago
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Term 1 2026 school attendance rates increased to 68.6%, the highest since 2022, reflecting a 2.7 percentage point rise from 2025 and significant improvement since 2022’s 46.5%. The government has implemented mandatory attendance management plans with escalating interventions for absences, supported by $140 million funding to improve attendance and accountability in frontline services. Higher attendance is linked to better educational and life outcomes, with Central and East Auckland showing the highest regular attendance rates.
19 Mar 2026
7 months ago
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Associate Education Minister David Seymour highlights that Term 4 2025 saw the highest regular school attendance rates since 2022, with 57.3% of students attending at least 90% of the term, reflecting a steady upward trend driven by government initiatives and increased parental involvement. Regional attendance rates were highest in Central and East Auckland at 62.6%, and schools are now required to implement attendance management plans with escalating interventions for absences, supported by improved frontline services and $140 million in additional funding over four years. Seymour emphasizes that regular attendance is crucial for positive educational and life outcomes, and early Term 1 data indicates the positive trend is continuing.