Gems Kōwhai

"Children's learning is supported by interesting and stimulating programmes founded on the values and philosophy of the service. Leaders support teachers to plan programmes based on Te Whāriki (2017) The Early Childhood Curriculum and other influences such as the teachings of Emmi Pikkler and nature-based learning."

Effective Te Whāriki implementation with interesting programmes and intentional planning.

"Infants' and toddlers' learning and wellbeing benefit from teachers' close knowledge of and attention to their individual requirements."

Strong focus on individual attention and wellbeing, particularly for youngest children.

"There has been a strategic approach in establishing this service. The director and leaders have: ensured there is good alignment of key aspects of the service, such as appraisal and professional development, to the vision and goals of the centre established a positive culture for teaching, learning and the wellbeing of all within the service managed rapid roll growth well by integrating proven systems and processes from the wider organisation minimised the impact of staff changes by implementing a thorough induction programme, setting clear expectations, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and ongoing coaching of new and existing staff used the findings from internal evaluations to consider what has worked well and what could be improved."

Strategic leadership with strong systems, alignment, and internal evaluation practices evident.