Soft Landing - Episode 11 - How to enroll your kids in school and navigating New Zealand school system

In this special episode, I sit down with my wife to talk through one of the most important parts of relocating as a family—getting your kids enrolled in school in New Zealand. We share our real experience, what caught us off guard, and what we wish we had known before arriving/enrolling the kids. From understanding school zones and year levels, to navigating enrolment paperwork. 💬 In this episode, we cover: Public vs semi private schools in NZ The importance of school zoning How the school levels work (starting age) Uniforms, stationery, and school donations Managing the communication from schools What's different from the education system back home (SA) What we feel is important to consider/keep in mind If you're a parent preparing to move or recently arrived in New Zealand, this episode will help you feel more informed, more confident, and better prepared when it comes to choosing and enrolling your children in school. NZ Ministry of Education website has a lot of resources for you to research education.govt.nz www.govt.nz/browse/education   If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz