Colenso Early Childhood Centre

"Through assessment and planning processes, staff successfully notice, recognise and respond to the strengths and interests of infants, toddlers and young children."

Assessment and planning processes highly effective in recognizing child strengths and interests.

"Teachers and parents work together to provide a 'circle of security' which effectively promotes children's wellbeing."

Strong partnerships promoting secure attachments and emotional wellbeing for all children.

"Teachers know children and families very well. A whānau approach contributes significantly to strong relationships."

Deep family knowledge and collaborative whānau approach embedded in practice.

"Te reo me ngā tikanga Māori are seamlessly woven throughout all aspects of the programme."

Te reo and tikanga seamlessly integrated throughout all programme aspects.

"Clear and consistent leadership at a range of levels is a strong part of the management culture."

Clear, consistent multi-level leadership with strong appraisal and professional growth focus.