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Charter School Agency - 2025 Applications for New Schools

Details

RFx ID : 31144892
Tender Name : Charter School Agency - 2025 Applications for New Schools
Reference # : New schools opening 2026
Open Date : Wednesday, 26 February 2025 10:00 AM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+13:00)
Close Date  : Friday, 16 May 2025 12:00 PM (Pacific/Auckland UTC+12:00)
Tender Type : Request for Proposals (RFP)
Tender Coverage : Sole Agency  [?]
Categories :
  • 86000000 - Education and Training Services
Regions:
  • New Zealand
Exemption Reason : None
Required Pre-qualifications : None
Contact : All communications must take place through the GETS Question & Answer function
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Overview

Applications are now open for new schools. If you are a sponsor wanting to set up a new charter school in 2026, this is where you’ll find the documents you need to complete the application process.

The goal of the charter school model is to create a lasting network of schools that will support and improve the state school system. To expand this network, the Charter School Authorisation Board will seek a diverse range of schools across New Zealand, considering factors like community needs, school size, location, and type. The Authorisation Board also welcomes applications from sponsors who want to offer distance or online education.

There is an Expression of Interest pack which is to be completed ahead of your full application being due in May. Your responses will give us key information about your proposed school ahead of receiving your application form. It means we can consider your approach early on and ensure that you can meet the necessary statutory requirements.

The EOI documents must be completed and emailed to applications@charterschools.govt.nz by 5pm on Monday 24 March 2025. Please subscribe to the GETS listing to receive ongoing notifications about the application process for new schools including times for applicant briefings.