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.
Parents as a Marketing Tool
Positive word of mouth has, and always will be your biggest marketing advantage. Don’t just assume your parents are singing your praises, find out how you can to ensure they are!
ECC Conference 2025
Join us in Rotorua for a transformative three-day event dedicated to inspiring and empowering leaders in the early learning sector. Recharge your professional energy while learning and connecting with people like you.
ECC Awards 2025
The Early Childhood Council's annual awards ceremony. These awards are an opportunity to recognize and honor the exceptional contributions, dedication, and hard work of our members. Proudly sponsored by New Zealand Tertiary College.
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.
FamilyBoost majorly boosted – many more families will benefit from reduced childcare costs
He Wā Whakahirahira: Celebrating Matariki at Kimihia
Sensory Play in ECE
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.
