Education and Schools: Information Hub

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Welcome to our Information Hub for Education and Schools- here you can find articles, guides and links to help lead you in the right direction. We hope these will assist you and please get in contact should you need any assistance.

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Free Guide for State Integrated and Private Schools

This guide informs you on the legal framework for schools and of key governance and policy obligations to give your school the best chance at succeeding- email krismorrison@parryfield.com for your free copy

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Tips for ‘For-Purpose’ Groups when Engaging a Lawyer

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For-purpose entities – such as charities, trusts, incorporated societies, and other not-for-profits – play a vital role in New Zealand’s social, cultural, and environmental fabric. Whether your entity is updating governance documents,…

Key Employment Law Obligations for Schools

School boards are employers which mean they have certain obligations and powers.  They can appoint, suspend, and dismiss staff and the principal.[1]  They have responsibilities under other Acts such as the Employment Relations Act 2000, the…

Governance and Management of State Schools in New Zealand

State schools, state-integrated schools and kura are governed and managed by a school board.  The board is a Crown entity as it receives public funding and is in the public sector.  A board has no more than 7 members and at least 3 parent…

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