Leadership Practices That Raise the Achievement of Māori Learners

Komal Singh

This dissertation aims to inquire into the practices of educational leaders that seek to raise the achievement outcomes of Māori learners. Despite the efforts of policy makers and educators, Māori learners achieve below their New Zealand peers, many of whom are of European descent. This gap begins from their formative years and is evident throughout their schooling thereby resulting with a disproportionate number leaving school without the qualifications they need. It is accepted that some factors are beyond the scope and influence of schools, but it is the factors within schools where educational leaders can make the most difference that is pertinent.Educational leaders by virtue of their influential position can make a difference, although they may not be involved with students in terms of day to day instruction. They however, lead teachers and support staff who are in direct...