How do schools get funding NZ?

The Ministry provides funding for schools by way of operational funding, salary funding for teachers, and property funding. Operational funding is the financial resources received by Boards of Trustees from the Government for running the day to day operations of schools.

What funding is available for students?

Eligible Home undergraduate students can get a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan in addition to supplementary grants such as the Childcare Grant, Parents’ Learning Allowance, Adult Dependents Grant and Disabled Students’ Allowance, where relevant.

How are special schools funded in New Zealand?

We use your school’s decile, which determines the relevant per-pupil rate, and the total number of students enrolled in Years 9–13+ to calculate this grant. Most special schools receive this funding, which helps to meet the costs of support staff. If your special school believes its funding allocation might need to change, email:

How to get scholarships, grants and awards in New Zealand?

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How does the Administration grant work in New Zealand?

The administration grant helps schools meet the costs of attached teachers, for example, teacher development, telephones, materials, administrative support. It’s a standard grant for each officially approved teacher position and is paid to your resource teacher of learning and behaviour (RTLB) cluster or school (all other teachers ).

What can one foundation do in New Zealand?

One Foundation is licensed to make grants for the following authorised purposes: a. Any purpose which for the time being constitutes a charitable purpose in New Zealand, including, without limitation: i. The advancement of education; ii. The promotion of scientific research and learning; iii.