Onehunga Kindergarten

"Children enjoy an expansive curriculum, that includes opportunities for physical activity throughout the day. All areas of play have been thoughtfully organised, with new equipment prioritised in designated spaces such as science, music and construction."

Expansive, well-organised curriculum with intentional resource prioritisation across learning areas.

"Teachers' relationships with children are affirming and encouraging, resulting in children's high levels of interest and engagement in the programme. Children's social development and skills for investigating, communicating and problem solving are enhanced by teachers' shared planning and assessment strategies."

Strong affirming relationships and positive engagement support children's social-emotional development.

"Parents are comfortable in the kindergarten, many staying to settle their children at the start of the day. They communicate frequently with teachers about their children's learning and development. Teachers encourage parents to share their aspirations and contribute to children's online learning stories."

Regular communication with families; parents welcome and encouraged to contribute to learning.

"The spacious indoor facilities and outdoor areas are well maintained and resourced."

Well-maintained facilities and resources; legal compliance attested in assurance statement.

"The head teacher's consistent leadership, together with a stable team of teachers, has facilitated ongoing internal evaluation with a focus on improvement. A recent evaluation of transition practices has been useful in extending and strengthening community relationships."

Stable leadership with focus on improvement; internal evaluation emerging across operational systems.