Kuddles In-Home Childcare & Education - 1

"The learning programme is underpinned by Te Whāriki, the early childhood curriculum. Educators are increasing their use of te reo Māori and their understanding of practices that reflect the bicultural heritage of Aotearoa New Zealand."

Te Whāriki implemented; te reo Māori use increasing; assessment evident in portfolios.

"Children's sense of belonging is affirmed and their emotional and physical wellbeing are supported."

Belonging affirmed; emotional and physical wellbeing supported; warm relationships evident.

"Parents and whānau are encouraged to provide feedback and share information with educators, other parents and the service in daily conversations, and increasingly in online portfolios and social media."

Parents encouraged to provide feedback; regular communication; responsive relationships evident.

"Educators provide culturally responsive programmes that nurture children's home languages and cultural identity. Most speak the home languages of the children in their care."

Home languages nurtured; cultural identity affirmed; te reo Māori use increasing.

"Rigorous health and safety systems provide assurance that legal requirements and service expectations are met."

Rigorous systems in place; legal requirements met; comprehensive health and safety practices.

"Kuddles leaders are committed to embedding new practices and building the capacity and skills of all staff and educators. Professional development is strongly encouraged and opportunities provided."

Strong professional development; clear management roles; internal evaluation well established.