Active Explorers Upper Hutt

"There is clear alignment between the philosophy and assessment, planning and evaluation. Teachers talk about and moderate their teaching practice at regular meetings. They have worked positively to gain input from families and whānau about their children's learning."

Sound assessment and planning aligned to philosophy; moderation practices evident.

"Children's transitions through the centre are well managed. They can venture across the room boundaries and the younger children gain a sense of what happens across the centre. Teachers notice, recognise and respond to children's learning and support their progress through the centre."

Well-managed transitions; responsive teaching; secure relationships with adults evident.

"They have worked positively to gain input from families and whānau about their children's learning."

Positive engagement with families regarding children's learning.

"All early childhood services are required to promote children's health and safety and to regularly review their compliance with legal requirements."

Assurance statement completed; legal compliance frameworks addressed in review.

"Internal evaluation informs ongoing improvement and change. The strengths of the teaching team are used well to guide development. Teachers are clearly focused on promoting positive learning outcomes for children."

Internal evaluation embedded; team strengths leveraged; child outcomes focused.