BestStart Rolleston

"Teachers have established processes that support planning which foster children's learning and development needs. Learning pathways for individuals are used well to set up relevant learning experiences for individuals and groups of children."

Sound planning processes and learning pathways established; identified need to improve articulation of learning and teac

"Learners demonstrate a strong sense of belonging and are well engaged in the variety activities of the centre. This supports a settled learning environment."

Children show strong belonging and engagement; warm, caring environment supporting security and positive sense of self.

"Children benefit from the strong relationships teachers have with them and their whānau. The centre has a culture of caring."

Strong relationships evident between teachers, children and families; culture of caring present.

"BestStart has effective systems to monitor physical and emotional health and safety for all involved in the service."

Effective health and safety monitoring systems in place; staffing ratios exceed minimum requirements.

"The centre has a useful strategic plan. The plan is soundly based on identified priorities for development. Other goals, for example appraisal, and professional learning and development are aligned to the strategic priorities. Centre leaders regularly monitor the progress towards achievement of the goals."

Sound strategic plan with aligned goals and monitoring; reflective, improvement-oriented approach; capacity building in