Benefits

Advocacy
	Government Agency Advice
		ECC provides advice on a wide range of early childhood related issues to other organisations and government officials. Read more at this link about the ECC's role in providing advice to shape early childhood policy development.
	Representation
		ECC represents the interests of the education and care sector on a wide range of standing committees and with other affiliated organisations. Read more at this link about the scope of the representation activities of the ECC.
	Policy Analysis
		One of the significant roles of the ECC is to analyse policy and trends in the early childhood sector. This link sets out the range of ways this is carried out and the many uses of this important work.

Information
	HypertECC: Members Information Web Portal
		HypertECC (said hi-per-tek) is a web portal designed to be an online advisory and support system and information library for ece managers and owners, that is accessible from anywhere in the world via internet as part of the 'world wide web'.
	Executive Diary
		The Executive Diary is the ECC's monthly, paper-based, members-only newsletter.
	Advice And Support
		The ECC provides members with email and telephone advice and support.
	Seminars And Workshops
		The ECC provides a variety of professional development opportunities for early childhood staff and management.

Good and Services
	CallPlus
		CallPlus Services Ltd is extremely proud of our association with the Early Childhood Council and, as such, has created an exceptional telecommunication package on behalf of the members.
	CHILD PROOF Insurance Scheme
		Through Crombie Lockwood Brokers, ECC provides members with an exclusive insurance scheme which is very competitive and provides comprehensive policy coverage compatible with the needs of business.
	Ezypay
		ECC Members are able to access special rates on Ezypay's direct debit services, helping centres regulate their cash flow and revenue collection, while taking the hassle out of collecting fees.
	GSB ECC Savings Scheme With GSB Supplycorp
		Join GSB Supplycorp via the exclusive GSB ECC Savings Scheme and enjoy the combined buying power of 2,500 organisations. With GSB you can save money on fuel, food and beverages, cleaning products, bathroom supplies, office products, motor vehicles and much more.
	NZ Childcare Finance Package
		Exclusive to ECC members, NZ Childcare Finance can bring forward a portion of your next bulk funding payment so that you can use some of it to pay everyday expenses and wages before the due date. This facility is unique to the childcare sector, and is worth looking into.
	School Supplies Buyers' Scheme
		Make fantastic savings on the huge range of products offered by School Supplies. ECC Members are able to access special savings on writing instruments, paper and card, art and craft supplies, general stationery, teaching resources and textbooks, furniture and storage, sports equipment, and more!
	Sharp Buyers' Scheme
		Sharp offers ECC members exclusive deals on photocopiers at greatly reduced prices. As an ECC member, once you have an account with Sharp, you will be able to access numerous excellent deals through this scheme on microwaves, televisions, audio equipment, DVD players, and much more.
	Unipak
		Unipak specialises in the sale of gloves, bin liners, food packaging, and toilet tissue products, and offers exclusive discounted pricing to ECC Members.

Resources
	Survey Reports
		A comprehensive report on the ECC's Annual Survey of operational practices in independent early childhood education centres in New Zealand available exclusively to ECC members.
	Members' Handbook
		The ECC Members' Handbook contains essential information about the organisation along with useful references on early childhood topics such as legislation, training options, and contacts.
	ECC Employers Handbook
		A comprehensive guide developed specifically for early childhood centre managers to help then manage staff more effectively and efficiently. Check here for a full list of the contents of the ECC Employers Handbook.
	ECC Policy Handbook
		The ECC Policy Handbook provides the governors, managers and staff of early childhood education centres with a professional and practical resource that will enable them to develop and effectively use policy documentation, especially those required by statutory authorities. The resource includes a standard development and review process, a practical format and suitable sample words/phrases.
	Health And Safety Handbook
		ECC Health and Safety Handbook: This ECC Health and Safety Handbook sets out the basic requirements of an employer to comply with the Health and Safety in Employment Act and covers all the necessary aspects of implementing and managing a health and safety system in your centre. Forms and checklists provide helpful and practical guidance on health and safety issues.
	Good Governance Guide And Toolkit
		The Good Governance Guide and Toolkit is a resource for community-run centres. The guide gives plain language advice and support for board members and managers of community centres regarding the roles of a governing board. The accompanying toolkit provides easy-to-use templates to assist with the practical aspects of planning and development, including running meetings, using professional advisers, skill development and role definition.
	ECC Performance Review Handbook
		The ECC Performance Review Handbook provides information for employers and employees on performance reviews, how to prepare for them, how to conduct a successful review, and how to follow up on the review to help create positive outcomes.

Sector Leadership
	Conferences
		ECC hosts the largest annual early childhood conference in New Zealand for early childhood centre managers, committee members, owners, staff, students, government officials, training providers and all others with an interest in the care and education of children under 5.
	Regional Meetings
		Each year a number of local meetings are organised in each region to provide networking opportunities for ECC members.
	Local Contact Networks
		Local Area Contacts provide an essential link between the ECC members at the regional level and the National Executive Committee.