Kidsfirst Kindergartens Mairehau

"There are good systems for making learning visible to children and their parents and whānau. Teachers document useful discussions about individual children, their learning and how they will support future learning. They maintain attractive profile books for each child that are specific to their learning and interests. These are regularly shared with parents and displayed prominently in the kindergarten."

Effective systems for sharing learning; good communication through profile books and documentation.

"The association that governs this kindergarten is well organised and managed. It provides useful policies and procedures and a comprehensive framework for monitoring health and safety."

Well-organised policies and comprehensive health and safety monitoring framework in place.

"The association incorporates a management layer in the form of education service managers and a manager of kindergarten operations who works in partnership with teachers providing ongoing educational leadership and professional development."

Effective management structure with ongoing educational leadership and professional development support.