New Study
A new curriculum insights and progress study is getting underway. It will build on NMSSA and will be an important part of our uniquely Aotearoa New Zealand system for understanding how learners are progressing and achieving across primary schooling in relation to the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum.
What we do
NMSSA is a large-scale assessment that monitors trends in student achievement. We visit around 200 schools and work with more than 5,000 students each year to build a reliable picture of achievement across the country. The information we provide is used by government, schools and teachers to improve education.
Our work is important for Aotearoa because we track students' progress in the New Zealand Curriculum. Our reports complement results from international studies of achievement.
Identify and monitor trends in educational performance.
Explore impacts on student achievement.
Provide dependable information to policy makers and curriculum specialists for planning.
Develop insights to help schools improve teaching and learning.
News
Casual opportunities available annually
Teacher Researchers
Applications are open now - visit our Vacancies page or click the link below for further details.
Teacher Markers and Student Markers
Applications for 2024 will open in August.