Kuddles In-Home Childcare & Education - 2

"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 foundation evident; increasing but not yet embedded bicultural practices.

"Documentation shows children's engagement in learning and their caring, warm relationships with educators. Children's sense of belonging is affirmed and their emotional and physical wellbeing are supported."

Strong emotional support and belonging affirmed; warm relationships documented.

"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. Collaboration and respect guide service practice."

Regular communication, feedback encouraged, collaborative partnerships demonstrated.

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

Sound health and safety systems meeting legal requirements.

"Internal evaluation has been a focus of professional development, and is now well established and understood. It is used to evaluate practice and inform future direction. Strategic and annual plans clearly identify priorities that guide the service to achieve its goals."

Strong internal evaluation, clear strategic direction, professional development well-established.