Parent Information and Key Policies
- Education (Early Childhood Services) Regulations 2008 – sets the legal standards and requirements for early childhood centres in New Zealand, ensuring they provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. Read More
- Licensing Criteria for Early Childhood and Care Centres 2008 – outlines the specific standards and requirements that early childhood centres must meet to obtain and maintain a license, ensuring quality care, safety, and learning for children. Read More
- Parent Handbook – provides essential information and guidance to help parents understand our centre’s policies, procedures, and services, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience for both them and their child. Read More
- Child Protection Policy – outlines the measures and procedures in place to ensure the safety and well-being of children, including how the centre prevents, identifies, and responds to any signs of abuse or neglect. Read More
- Behaviour Management Policy – explains how the centre promotes positive behaviour, addresses challenging behaviour, and guides children in a respectful and supportive manner to foster their emotional and social development. Read More
- Sleep Policy – ensures that children have a safe, comfortable sleep environment, with regular checks and supervision to support their well-being and safety during rest times. Read More
- Reducing Food Related Choking Brochure – offers practical tips and guidelines to help parents and caregivers prevent choking risks during mealtimes, ensuring children eat safely at the centre and at home. Read More
- Nappy Change and Toilet Learning – outlines our approach to safe, hygienic nappy changing and supportive toilet learning, respecting each child’s individual needs and developmental readiness. Read More
- Non-Compliance Complaints Procedure – outlines how parents can raise concerns about the centre not meeting regulations or standards, ensuring complaints are handled promptly, fairly, and transparently. Read More
- Illness Policy – describes how we manage and prevent the spread of illness within the centre, including guidelines on when children should stay home to protect everyone’s health. Read More