Creative Corner Early Learning Centre

"Leaders and teachers, with input from their parent community have effectively identified the 'learning that matters most' at Creative Corner Early Learning Centre. The curriculum has a strong focus on promoting children's well-being. It places value on children's unique language, culture and identity. Teachers are building their collective understanding of the curriculum and centre values."

Effective curriculum with strong wellbeing focus; building collective understanding of values.

"Children benefit from the positive and caring relationships their teachers have with them. Teachers know the children and their families well. They set the environment and resources purposefully to promote greater engagement in meaningful play."

Positive caring relationships, purposeful environment, meaningful play opportunities.

"Leaders and teachers, with input from their parent community have effectively identified the 'learning that matters most' at Creative Corner Early Learning Centre."

Parent community input in identifying learning priorities; governance by parent board.

"Māori children have opportunities in their day-to-day activities to see, hear, and use te reo Māori and learn aspects of Māori culture. In line with the centre's strategic aims, leaders and teachers have undertaken comprehensive professional learning in this area to build their knowledge and confidence."

Daily te reo Māori and tikanga opportunities; comprehensive professional learning undertaken.

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

Legal compliance confirmed through assurance statement and self-audit checklist.

"The new manager is systematically building the collective capacity of teachers in the centre. This includes using effective internal evaluation for improvement and teachers' involvement in relevant professional learning and development. This has led to: a greater focus on professionalism within the team and interactions with parents and families increased organisational practices for assessment improved processes for planning and evaluating children's learning."

Systematic capacity building, effective internal evaluation, professional learning, strategic planning evident.