Is religion in primary schools permissible?
Yes – Under the 1964 Education Act ("religion in NZ Schools" and the NZ "Bill of Rights" Act, 1990) religious instruction and observance is permitted as long as it is done in a way that does not discriminate against anyone who does not share that belief.
Cool Bananas is a values program that enhances the schools requirements to teach a values curriculum. Cool Bananas welcomes the diversity of all cultures and invites all to participate in our program regardless of values and beliefs.