This spotlight shares the full transcript from the Ministry of Education’s presentation Unpacking the Draft Science Learning Area (Year 9-10). Many kaiako were unable to attend the webinar or have asked for a clear, referenceable version — so we’ve taken the time to note down the transcript as accurately as possible to support teachers engaging with the draft science learning area.

Schools and kura can now register for in-class trialling of the draft Years 0–10 curriculum, with onboarding, support, and feedback opportunities outlined by the Ministry of Education. This update summarises key dates, processes and what participating kaiako can expect.

The Ministry has released the Phase 5 subject descriptors, but with one notable omission: General Science at Year 12 and Year 13.

This article summarises the Ministry’s latest update on Phase 5 science curriculum development, including the new call for Expressions of Interest for subject advisors. With drafts for Years 11–13 due in Term 1, 2026 and implementation from 2028–2030, this overview highlights the key details, timelines and leadership behind the next phase of senior secondary science design.

This spotlight shares the full transcript from the Ministry of Education’s presentation Unpacking the Draft Science Learning Area (Year 0–8). Many kaiako were unable to attend the webinar or have asked for a clear, referenceable version — so we’ve taken the time to note down the transcript as accurately as possible to support teachers engaging with the draft science learning area.

In case you missed it: with Tāhūrangi publishing only a handful of Term 4 2025 implementation resources, we’ve pulled together the items that could affect Science and Pūtaiao.

The latest update on Tāhūrangi (18 November) outlines key changes to the 2026 science curriculum implementation timeline, including consultation shifts, Y0–10 in-class testing, and the phased release of new Science and Pūtaiao kits. We’ve summarised all Science-specific milestones to help kaiako plan with clarity heading into 2027–2030.

A series of NZC learning areas webinars will run from 24 November to 4 December 2025 to unpack each learning area, highlight key changes, and outline PLD support. Separate sessions are available for Years 0–8 and Years 9–10, and all webinars will be recorded. Teachers can join the sessions that best match their context and workload.

The refreshed Science Learning Area has been released, marking a major step in Aotearoa’s curriculum refresh. Educators across the motu are now examining what it means for teaching and learning in science.