Nurtured at Home - Taranaki 2

"Children's assessment narratives show their ongoing interests and their developing dispositions for learning. The visiting teacher provides practical support to strengthen educators' use of assessment practices to identify children's learning, next steps and progress."

Assessment practices developing; further support needed for cultural integration

"Their sense of belonging is well promoted."

Belonging well promoted; inclusive environments established

"A deliberate focus on establishing relational trust with educators and whānau during a time of change is clearly evident. The visiting teacher has given priority to gathering parent voice to become better informed of the aspirations and learning goals they have for their children."

Parent voice gathered; relational trust established with families

"Video observations show children enthusiastically participate in a range of activities that represent te ao Māori. Te reo Māori, waiata and karakia are integrated throughout daily routines."

Te reo and tikanga integrated; priority to strengthen cultural connections

"Health and safety in homes is sufficiently monitored during regular and robust checks by the visiting teacher."

Regular monitoring and robust checks in place

"The visiting teacher effectively provides support and guidance to educators. Useful feedback and support is provided to maintain and improve practice to meet the expectations of the home-based licensing criteria."

Support systems effective; internal evaluation needs strengthening