Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026 – Week 3 Government Education Priorities
In Week 3 of the Talanoa Ako NCEA Series 2026, we break down the Government’s education priorities and what they mean for Pacific learners and families. This episode explores how changes across the education system are shaping student success — from curriculum updates to improvements in literacy, numeracy, and assessment. In this session, we cover: • Government priorities to lift student achievement • A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum • Updates to literacy & numeracy approaches • Smarter assessment and reporting • Improved teacher training and learning support • The ongoing NCEA review and new Level 1 standards • What’s changing for Years 0–10 from 2026 We also highlight the Ministry’s focus on attendance, participation, and student progress, and what that means for your child’s learning journey. To ensure our Pacific communities stay informed and connected, the Talanoa Ako series is available in seven Pacific languages — Cook Islands Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Samoan, Tokelauan, Tongan, and Tuvaluan — as well as English. For more information and support, download the Talanoa Ako digital app on the Google Play Store.
Episodes
Join Lui Lorenc-Lafou (St Patrick’s College, Silverstream, Wellington), speaking in Te Gagana Tokelau, as they talanoa about the Government’s Education Priorities and what they mean for Pacific learners and families.
This week’s discussion covers:
• Government priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to literacy and...
Join Meli Kaveinga (Birdwood School, Auckland), speaking in Te Gana Tuvalu, as they talanoa on the Government’s Education Priorities and what it means for Pacific learners and families.
This week’s discussion covers:
• Government priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to literacy and numeracy approaches
• Smarter assessment and reporting•...
Join Angela Lesienaivalu-Fisher (Avondale College, Auckland) and Samuela Siliasau (Ako Mātātupu, Auckland), speaking in Vosa Vakaviti, as they explore the Government’s Education Priorities and what it means for Pacific learners and families.
This week’s discussion covers:
• Government priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to literacy and ...
Join Pauai Afele (Manurewa High School, Auckland) and Tipalelupe Tu’ua (James Cook High School, Auckland), speaking in Gagana Samoa, as they talanoa on the Government’s Education Priorities and what it means for Pacific learners and families.
This week’s discussion covers:
• Government priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to li...
Join Alisi Tatafu (Mangere College, Auckland) and Selina Faasolo (Pacific Advance School, Auckland), speaking in Lea Faka-Tonga, as they explore the Government’s Education Priorities and what it means for Pacific learners and families.
This week’s discussion covers:
• Government priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to literacy and numera...
Join Oliana Eniata and Sam Tanielu (St Paul’s College, Auckland) as they discuss the Government’s education priorities and what these changes mean for Pacific learners and their families.
In Week 3, the conversation covers:
• Key priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to literacy and numeracy approaches
• Changes to assessment and ...
Join Mac Ikitule (Rowandale School, Auckland) and Meleua Ikiua (Alfriston College, Auckland), speaking in Vagahau Niue, as they talanoa on the Government’s Education Priorities and what it means for Pacific learners and families.
This week’s discussion covers:
• Government priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to literacy and numeracy app...
Join Teokotai Tarai (Tokoroa High School) and Josephine Ivirangi (Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate), speaking in Te Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani, as they explore the Government’s education priorities and what it means for learners and families.
In Week 3, they cover:
• Priorities to lift student achievement
• A clearer, knowledge-rich national curriculum
• Updates to literacy and numeracy
• Assess...
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