Principles
Auckland schools struggling as rolls reach capacity
The number of school children in Auckland is nudging the upper limit of official forecasts and some schools are struggling to cope. Principals say more children are moving into their neighbourhoods… Audio
Principals threaten suspension over behavioural funding
Northland primary school principals issue an ultimatum: give us more funding to deal with behavioural problems or we'll have to start suspending students, as Lois Williams reports. Audio
Northland principal struggles to deal with disruptive children
Principals in Northland say schools are simply not being funded to give seriously troubled children what they need - whether it's a full-time teacher aide or psychological help. Brendon Morrissey from… Audio
Auckland schools fear relief teacher shortage
Auckland schools are warning of a relief teacher shortage. The spokesperson for the Auckland Primary Principals Association tells John Gerritson the situation is dire and it's time for the Ministry of… Audio