Principal resigns after allegations she failed to protect the safety of children (opens original article in a new tab)

A Christchurch school principal resigned following allegations of failing to protect children's safety and manage conflicts of interest, with an education review highlighting urgent human resources improvements needed.

• Principal Melissa Waitoa-Paki resigned after allegations she failed to protect children's safety and manage conflicts of interest.
• Education Review Office report found school's human resources practices needed immediate attention, including incomplete police vetting for staff.
• School's governing board is responsible for employment matters, while Teaching Council handles teacher conduct concerns.
• ERO report highlighted improvements needed in governance, internal evaluation, and human resource practices for student safety.