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ECC Awards 2024: Winners and Nominees
Meet the inspiring individuals and centres recognised at the 2024 ECC Awards. From innovation to outstanding teaching and sector leadership, these winners are raising the bar in early childhood education across Aotearoa.
May 21, 2025
Why Child Protection Training Matters More Than Ever in ECE
Child protection is not just a policy; it's a daily practice, a culture, and a collective responsibility in every early childhood education (ECE) centre.
May 9, 2025
Teacher registration funding is a positive step
Today’s announcement that the Government will fund teacher registration fees for three years is very welcome, says the Early Childhood Council.
April 30, 2025
ECE regulation change timeline welcomed by providers
The Early Childhood Council is welcoming today’s announcement of confirmed changes to the regulation of early childhood education and care.
April 30, 2025
Kiddywinkles Early Learning Sets the Foundation for Primary School Success
A child's preparedness for primary school begins long before they step into a classroom. Each year, their knowledge, social skills, oral communication, literacy, and numeracy develop, ensuring they are well-equipped to accelerate their learning.
April 30, 2025
Nurture a Kinder Aotearoa with SPCA
Children in Aotearoa New Zealand grow up surrounded by animals. Whether through songs, books, toys, or real-life experiences, animals capture children’s curiosity and provide meaningful opportunities for learning. In fact, 71% of households with young children (aged 0-8) have at least one companion animal according to a recent study from Companion Animals New Zealand (2024).
April 30, 2025
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