BestStart Taradale

"The centre's curriculum is effectively designed to respond to the strengths, interests and needs of all children. Teachers have a collaborative and visual approach to planning for learning that is inclusive of parents' contributions."

Effective curriculum design responding to all children's needs with collaborative planning.

"Warm, reciprocal interactions between teachers and children contribute to a positive, settled learning environment. Children appear happy, active and engaged. A strong sense of belonging is evident."

Children display happiness, engagement, and strong sense of belonging in positive environment.

"Teachers' respectful and collaborative practices result in a calm, nurturing atmosphere where children, parents and families feel welcome and valued."

Families feel welcome and valued; collaborative and respectful partnership practices evident.

"Teachers' and leaders' commitment to implementing a bicultural curriculum is evident in practice. They have a clear understanding of strategies and approaches to promote educational success for Māori children."

Strong bicultural commitment with clear strategies to support Māori children's educational success.

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

Service attested to meeting all legal obligations; systems managing high-impact safety areas confirmed.

"Leadership is a strength in this centre. Leaders effectively build capability within the service to promote positive outcomes for children. There is a strong improvement culture and a well-established internal evaluation process."

Strong leadership with effective capability building, robust internal evaluation, and improvement culture.