Gloriavale School Faces Closure | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

The Ministry of Education is set to cancel Gloriavale school’s registration, effectively shutting it down after a damning report revealed unsafe conditions for students. Former student Lilia Tarawa calls the move a long-overdue relief, while legal advocates like barrister Brian Henry slam the government for delaying action for decades. Despite Gloriavale’s claims of reform, Tarawa questions the sincerity, noting abusive leaders remain in power. The Gloriavale Leavers Trust is pushing for a transitional support system for current students, as the Ministry prepares to close the school amid…