Early Childhood Education & Care Centres
Overview on teacher-led vs parent or Whānau-led child care
In teacher-led services, paid staff have the main responsibility for children’s care and education.
How do I choose an early childhood education service?
There are many great reasons for your child to attend ECE but the big question is – which service is the right fit for your family?
An overview of education and care centres
Everything you need to know about long day care centres, including what they do, how much they cost, how to spot a good one and how to get a spot.
How to help your child successfully settle in to child care
Being the new kid on the block can be a daunting experience for young children. To help your tyke get off to a great start, here are some ways to prepare them for life at care.
Early childhood education service checklist
A printable child care centre checklist which makes it quicker and easier for families to choose the right child care service for their kids.
Choosing a child care service tool kit
A toolkit of resources to help families identify, choose and secure the best child care for their children, including info on waitlists and high quality services.
The value of visiting child care services
Visiting child care centres offers valuable insights and opportunities to ask questions, which makes it easier to decide which service is right for your family.
How to manage issues with your child care service
Stress free strategies for quickly and effectively managing issues with your child care service using openness, positive communication and a problem solving approach.
5 signs of a happy early childhood education centre
5 things you’ll see in a happy child care service and why this is important.
What are the features of a high-quality early childhood education service?
9 ways to identify a high-quality early education service and how to choose the best service for your child and family.
Good news for low-paid early childhood educators
Budget 2020 delivered a significant pay increase to teachers working in early education centres to bring them closer to their colleagues in kindergartens and primary schools.
What outcomes to expect from early childhood education
How ECE services and kohanga reo build the skills, knowledge and confidence children need to become lifelong learners.