Aotearoa New Zealand Report Comment Templates
Comprehensive, Ministry of Education | Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga-compliant templates for every year level and subject. Save time while maintaining quality and professionalism.
Year Level Templates
Each template is designed to meet NZC requirements and Aotearoa New Zealand curriculum standards
New Entrant / Year 1 Reporting Template
Effort-based reporting for New Entrant / Year 1 students. Includes general comment, English, and Mathematics sections without A-E grades.
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Primary Years Template
Comprehensive templates using the Aotearoa New Zealand A-E achievement scale. Covers all Key Learning Areas with sub-strand reporting.
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Secondary Years Template
Outcome-based reporting aligned with Aotearoa New Zealand curriculum. Includes core subjects and electives with A-E grading and curriculum outcomes.
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Senior Secondary Template
Senior secondary-specific reporting with detailed outcomes, course assessments, and performance tracking.
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Specialized Reporting Templates
Supporting diverse learners with tailored reporting frameworks
EAL/D Student Reporting
Templates incorporating the EAL/D Learning Progression framework. Addresses language proficiency phases from Beginning Emerging through Consolidating.
Students with Disability
Personalised reporting using the P-scale (P4-P1). Focuses on individual achievements, adjustments provided, and strategies supporting learning.
VET Student Reporting
Competency-based reporting (Competent/Not Yet Competent) with industry-specific terminology, work placement hours, and RTO requirements.
What's Included in Each Template
Achievement Scale Guidelines
Clear explanations of how to apply A-E scales (or other appropriate scales) for each year level and subject.
Comment Structure Examples
Model comments demonstrating proper structure: positive start, specific achievements, evidence-based feedback, and improvement areas.
Key Learning Area Focus
Subject-specific vocabulary, curriculum outcomes, and assessment criteria aligned with Aotearoa New Zealand curriculum documents.
Word Count Guidance
Recommended comment lengths for each section (typically 100-250 words) to ensure comprehensive yet concise feedback.
Tone and Language Guidelines
Professional, constructive tone guidelines ensuring respectful, parent-friendly language throughout.
Compliance Checklist
Easy-to-follow checklists ensuring every comment meets Ministry of Education | Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga and NZCrequirements.
Official Aotearoa New Zealand Resources
Our templates are based on official Ministry of Education | Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga and NZC documentation
Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand (Teaching Council)
Regulatory body for the profession, responsible for professional standards and ensuring quality teaching in Aotearoa New Zealand
Ministry of Education | Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga (MOE)
Leads national education policy, curriculum guidance, and plain language reporting expectations
Aotearoa New Zealand Reporting Framework
Aotearoa New Zealand schools report in plain language against NZC levels (Years 1-13) and are transitioning to refreshed senior secondary certificates with an A–E grading model, ensuring whānau partnership and alignment with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Key Official Resources
New Zealand Curriculum Online
Official curriculum guidance, achievement objectives, and learning progressions for Years 1-13
Plain Language Reporting Guidance
Ministry of Education expectations for reporting progress and achievement to parents, families, and whānau
English Language Learning Progressions
Progressions and assessment guidance for ESOL learners across NZC levels
Te Mātaiaho | NZ Curriculum Refresh
Updates and design principles for the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum (Te Mātaiaho)
NCEA Change Programme
NZQA information about the transition to new senior secondary certificates and A–E grading
Key Policy Documents
- Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand – Standards for the Teaching Profession
- Ministry of Education plain language reporting expectations (2023)
- Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnership expectations for schools
- English Language Learning Progressions (ELLP)