New Lynn Kindergarten

"Responsive teaching practice is a strength and is evidence of the philosophy in practice. Teachers intentionally engage with children in reciprocal relationships, often reversing their roles from being teachers to learners."

Effective responsive teaching and intentional engagement evident; Te Whāriki implementation needs strengthening.

"Children demonstrate a strong sense of belonging, and settle easily into the kindergarten. They have built mutually trusting relationships with each other and with teachers."

Strong belonging and relationship-building; positive transitions supported well.

"Parents appreciate teachers' feedback about their children's learning and development, and the support they receive to transition into the kindergarten and on to school. They are pleased with the online facility which allows them to share their children's learning with extended whānau."

Good communication and feedback; online sharing platform valued by families.

"Their commitment to bicultural practice is evident. Te reo Māori me ōna tikanga are embedded in the programme. Teachers are inclusive in celebrating all cultures and using children's home languages."

Te reo Māori and tikanga embedded; inclusive celebration of all cultures evident.

"A good framework is used for internal evaluation. The process is collaborative and teachers have opportunities to add individual reflections. The head teacher and team plan to continue reviewing the kindergarten's philosophy, to ensure it remains current and reflects their community's values and thinking."

Collaborative internal evaluation framework; strategic approach to philosophy review evident.