Oamaru Playcentre

"Adults plan programmes based on the principles and strands of Te Whāriki (the early childhood curriculum). They have clear ideas for the intended learning for children in group planning. The next step is for the adults to evaluate how well these plans have supported the intended learning."

Sound planning based on Te Whāriki; evaluation practices need development.

"The education team and parents have clear priorities for children's learning including developing: a strong sense of ownership of and belonging within the playcentre and wider community increasing independence and self-help skills skills to be a friend dispositions of curiosity and exploration."

Clear priorities for children's belonging and social-emotional development established.

"There are high levels of parent involvement in the day-to-day programme and life of the playcentre. Parents are involved in their own and other children's learning."

Strong parent involvement in programmes and their children's learning.

"They are creating an environment where Māori and Pacific children and their whānau know that their culture is valued. They intentionally include Māori and Pacific perspectives in the programme."

Intentional inclusion of Māori and Pacific perspectives; valuing diverse cultures.

"Reported ratios of staff to children Under 2 1:1 Better than minimum requirements Over 2 1:6 Better than minimum requirements"

Staffing ratios exceed minimum requirements; compliance with legal obligations.