Ruth Shinoda

Ruth Shinoda

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Ruth Shinoda is the Deputy Chief Executive of the Education Review Office (ERO) in New Zealand and the head of the Education Evaluation Centre. She plays a pivotal role in evaluating and improving educational outcomes across the country. In a recent article, Shinoda highlighted the positive shifts in school attendance and engagement, particularly noting improvements in literacy and numeracy among students, especially Māori and Pacific learners. Her insights underscore the importance of evidence-based teaching practices and the collective efforts of teachers and parents in fostering a supportive learning environment.

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ERO acting chief executive Ruth Shinoda wrote the school didn’t meet registration criteria.

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-19
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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-18
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