Kindercare Learning Centres (Milford)

"Teachers plan programmes that are responsive to the interests and dispositions of individual children. They continue to engage with, and learn more about, the revised early childhood curriculum. Teachers are using their knowledge to support the development of a rich curriculum for each child."

Responsive, intentional curriculum based on child interests and revised framework.

"Children have many opportunities for uninterrupted play in the calm, unhurried learning environments. They: participate in centre routines at their own pace are purposefully engaged in their play and learning alongside and with others, and easily access resources and explore a range of thoughtfully presented play spaces have a number of opportunities to hear and speak te reo Māori are very well supported to develop oral language skills and to develop social competence."

Children well supported in calm environments with strong social-emotional development.

"Parents who spoke with ERO are appreciative of the many and varied opportunities leaders and teachers provide for children's learning and development. They spoke very positively about teaching practices, strong communications between centre and families, and the approachability of centre leaders."

Strong parent communication, appreciation of teaching, accessible leadership.

"Leadership and management of the centre are efficient and highly effective. The collaborative leadership team have high expectations of themselves and teachers. Leaders model quality practices and support teachers effectively to enhance teaching practices. Internal evaluation is well established and an integral part of centre practices."

Highly effective collaborative leadership with strong internal evaluation and professional support.