Cascades Kindergarten

"Teachers encourage children to play either independently or cooperatively. They use open-ended questions to extend their learning and enhance children's oral language skills."

Sound pedagogy with open-ended questioning; some opportunities to extend practice.

"Teachers maintain an ongoing focus on implementing strategies that increase and enhance children's sense of belonging."

Strong focus on belonging and inclusive partnerships; positive outcomes evident.

"Teachers foster inclusive partnerships with families that benefit children's learning."

Effective family partnerships supporting children's learning outcomes.

"Teachers respect and acknowledge Māori as tangata whenua. They enrich children's awareness of the bicultural heritage of Aotearoa New Zealand through Matariki celebrations and marae visits that include participating in tikanga Māori. Te reo Māori is prominent in the environment and in incidental conversation."

Consistent bicultural practice with te reo, tikanga, and cultural celebrations evident.

"Reported ratios of staff to children Over 2 1:10 Meets minimum requirements"

Meets legal requirements; ratios compliant with minimum standards.

"Teachers are very reflective and are in the early stages of implementing effective internal evaluation. They are working with AKA personnel to enhance their evaluative understanding and skill."

Developing evaluation practice with external support; emerging strategic direction.