Welcome from the Minister of Education
Minister of Education Chris Carter
In her opening address to Parliament this year, the Prime Minister outlined a major new education initiative.
Schools Plus is being developed to achieve the government's goal that all young people are in education, skills development, or structured learning, relevant to their needs and abilities, until the age of 18.
Schools Plus will broaden the learning opportunities offered to our secondary school students, and is the key to all New Zealanders reaching their potential.
Investing in our young people's future means we are investing in our country’s future.
On this website you will find an overview of Schools Plus, why it is being introduced, and the results government wants to achieve.
You can also read the Schools Plus discussion document which outlines the roles of the different groups involved, and concludes each section with questions for your input.
Chris Carter
Minister of Education
