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We make sure New Zealand qualifications are recognised and respected, here and overseas, and that qualifications and credentials meet the needs of learners in the changing world

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Do you know the Code?

The Code of Practice protects tertiary and international learners studying in Aotearoa

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Prepare for the school year

Kaiako and school staff, find information and resources to help you prepare and plan

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This year's Top Art tour

Check out student artwork online and find this year's exhibition schedule

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Your guide to NCEA

The Guide to NCEA explains how to achieve NCEA and how you're assessed.

It also covers Literacy and Numeracy and Te Reo Matatini me te Pāngarau requirements, Scholarships, endorsements and more.

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Latest News

E learning
29 Feb 2024
New online training for teachers new to NCEA

Teachers new to NCEA can now access a training module about standards-based assessment designed to support with general assessment practice.

Scholarship subjects
9 Feb 2024
New Zealand Scholarship award winners announced

NZQA has announced the winners of 2023’s Premier Awards, Outstanding Scholar Awards and Top Subject Scholar Awards.

Student attainment 2
8 Feb 2024
Results for 2023 New Zealand Scholarship released

This morning NZQA has released the results of the 2023 New Zealand Scholarship examinations.

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The New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework is the heart of Aotearoa's education system