BestStart Glenfield

"The programme is strongly underpinned by Te Whāriki, the early childhood curriculum."

Strong Te Whāriki foundation; responsive teaching observed across rooms.

"In the two areas that care for infants and toddlers, nurturing practices support these youngest children to form close bonds with their teachers. Teachers promote children's confidence to engage socially and to explore the physical environment with growing independence."

Nurturing relationships established; children developing confidence and independence.

"The centre's philosophy promotes respectful and caring relationships with parents and whānau. Teachers also promote clear lines of communication. Useful information is displayed in each room to support parents' understanding of and engagement with the programme. A digital platform provides families with up-to-date information about their children's learning and progress, and about their wellbeing and care."

Clear communication channels; active parent engagement supported through multiple platforms.

"A strong bicultural commitment is evident in strategic goals and in centre practices."

Strong bicultural commitment evident in strategic goals and practices.

"Reported ratios of staff to children Under 2 1:4 Better than minimum requirements Over 2 1:8 Better than minimum requirements"

Staffing ratios exceed minimum requirements; legal assurance confirmed.

"There is a strong focus on improvement across the centre and within each teaching team. Professional development provides teachers with appropriate guidance to further enhance the programme and teaching practices. Good quality mentoring is designed to create a collaborative learning culture. The leadership team determines overarching priorities and goals, and focuses attention on next steps through a process of team reflection and review."

Strong improvement focus; professional development and mentoring in place; reflective processes evident.