Hikurangi Educare

"The programme encourages children to lead their own learning. It enables children to make choices about their play and work uninterrupted for extended periods."

Effective curriculum with child-led learning; Te Whāriki aligned; assessment processes developing.

"Children have many opportunities to learn, in a supportive environment. Their interactions with adults are positive and affirming."

Positive interactions, supportive environment, respectful transitions; good emotional safety.

"Teachers' documentation of planning and assessment enables them to share information about children's current interests and dispositions with their parents."

Clear communication via documentation; collaborative discussion; partnership evident.

"Tikanga and te reo Māori are an integral part of the programme. Teachers skilfully include te reo in their conversations with children and encourage their responses. They are developing links with local marae to extend their relationship with the local community, and build their knowledge of local history and places of cultural significance."

Te reo and tikanga embedded; marae links developing; cultural responsiveness evident.

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

Legal compliance attested; ratios better than minimum; one risk management area noted for improvement.