Concerns have emerged about new math requirements for primary school teachers, with critics arguing that these changes might deter potential applicants and lack clarity. The government has advanced the ‘Make It Count’ math curriculum for years 0 to 8 to begin in Term 1, 2025, due to worries about achievement rates. Prime Minister Chris Luxon cited data showing 50,000 Year 8 students missed expected benchmarks in 2023, though the opposition has questioned these figures. The new policy also mandates that future teacher training candidates must pass NCEA Level 2 math.
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/524503/concerns-raised-about-new-teacher-maths-requirement
