Epsom Community Creche

"They continue to have positive relationships with parents and whānau and communicate effectively with them. Parents who spoke to ERO appreciate the support their children receive to develop social skills, form friendships, become self-managing and independent. There are good opportunities for parents to contribute to significant events and celebrations."

Positive relationships and effective communication; parents actively involved.

"Teachers have made significant progress in establishing a bicultural curriculum. They promote te reo Māori with children, whānau and each other. Teachers intend to continue strengthening their recording and response to children's diverse cultural backgrounds."

Significant progress in bicultural curriculum; te reo Māori promoted across community.

"A strategic vision and direction have recently been established. The philosophy is well enacted and priorities for children's learning have been identified. The service's organisational culture supports the realisation of its vision and ongoing improvement. Leaders are committed to supporting and growing teachers' professional practice through a new appraisal system. Since the 2015 ERO review, teachers and leaders have improved the documentation that underpins the service's operations."

Strategic direction established; appraisal system in place; improved documentation.