BestStart Te Atatu Road

"Children learn through play. Their interests and activities are enriched by teachers, who support them responsively."

Play-based learning with responsive teacher support; could strengthen outdoor curriculum design.

"Teachers prioritise and nurture children's learning and wellbeing. All children are valued for their knowledge, strengths, talents and culture. Adults know the children very well, and their close bonds are evident in their interactions."

Strong relationships, nurturing environment, responsive transitions; well-established positive interactions.

"Teachers value their partnerships with whānau in mutual support of children's learning and wellbeing. Key documents, programmes and strategies are shared to help families understand the curriculum, routines and practices."

Collaborative partnerships, shared information; families involved in understanding curriculum.

"Māori children are provided with many opportunities to connect with te ao Māori, and to share their knowledge. Teachers' confidence in using te reo Māori continues to grow. The centre manager and a Māori team member lead the development of tikanga Māori practices."

Growing te reo use, tikanga practices established, te ao Māori integration; room for deepening.

"BestStart and centre managers have high expectations and commitment, and a vision for this service. Managers use a strategic approach to ensure that overarching goals and plans are well aligned with programme and practice. Internal evaluation, teachers' inquiry and professional development are thoughtfully considered so that the team has a shared understanding of established goals and how these will be achieved."

Strategic planning, internal evaluation, professional development; ongoing improvement focus evident.