Kidsfirst Kindergartens Wigram

"Kaiako actively foster trusting relationships and partnerships with parents, whānau and tamariki (children). They acknowledge and respect the diverse cultures, languages and identities of their families and value the knowledge that they bring. Kaiako take time to get to know tamariki in the context of their whānau. They listen carefully to understand the cultural and learning aspirations that parents and whānau want for their tamariki."

Active trust-building, cultural respect, and responsive listening to family aspirations demonstrated.

"Kaiako give emphasis to te ao Māori and culturally responsive practices that promote success for Māori tamariki, as Māori. Kaiako provide a rich bicultural curriculum, including visual displays that support a sense of belonging for Māori whānau. All tamariki have many opportunities to learn about the bicultural heritage of Aoteraoa New Zealand in ways that are meaningful for them and respectful of the Māori culture."

Rich bicultural curriculum with te ao Māori emphasis; visual supports for Māori whānau belonging.

"The Canterbury Westland Kindergarten Association has a well-developed and clearly understood vision. It is underpinned by targeted strategic and annual planning systems. There are close links between the kindergarten plans, internal evaluation, appraisal and professional development. The teachers are well supported by association managers and leaders to achieve the priorities of the kindergarten and to promote high quality learning outcomes for all children."

Strong strategic planning, professional development, and internal evaluation systems; high expectations for equitable ou