What we do
The Early Childhood Council supports members with professional development, events, expert advice, tools and resources, discounted products and services, and advocates for the early learning sector.
Just like the sector, our membership is diverse and comprises of community-owned centres, private centres, and voluntary groups from a range of locations across the country.
Join now to access all member benefits and be a part of our supportive and collaborative network!
Upcoming Events
View our upcoming online and in-person events.
Building H&S Engagement within your Teams
Learn how we can turn a responsibility in to a shared commitment and transform the H&S culture of your team.
Strengthening Social-Emotional Skills with He Māpuna te Tamaiti
Deepen your understanding of social-emotional learning in young learners to cultivate resilient, empathetic children who can confidently navigate life’s complexities.
Introduction to Kōwhiti Whakapae
Explaining what Kōwhiti Whakapae is and how to maximize its use to fostering connections to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, 'Te Whāriki' principles, inclusion, and identity, language, and culture.
Key ECE Topics & Resources
Explore information and resources essential for operating your centre. You will find policy templates, guideliness, checklists, and more on an extensive range of topics.
Incident Register
Make recording accidents and incidents easy with ECC's Incident Register. This pad with detachable carbon copy pages allows you to meet all requirements for child reporting and the Health and Safety in Employment Act.
Latest news
Keep up with the latest media releases and articles published by the Early Childhood Council.
Using New Zealand Sign Language to Support Diverse Communities
How The Castle Streamlined its Website with Rocketspark
Government food programme will boost ECE outcomes
Interested in becoming a member?
Membership with the Early Childhood Council unlocks a range of benefits for your service and its staff. Join more than 1,500 member centres in New Zealand and become a member today.