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Learning Support funding welcomed but something’s got to give for ECE
There was no meaningful financial relief announced for ECE providers in Budget 25 - but the government’s commitment to a funding review, buried in the detail, may offer some light at the end of the tunnel.
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ECC Calls On The Government To Play Its Part On Early Learning Fair Pay
The Early Childhood Council says government must step up on Fair Pay Agreement legislation by funding it properly, if we’re to see sustainable change.
August 29, 2024
ERO Reports Highlight Need For Early Learning Regulation Overhaul
New Zealand’s early learning regulations have become a punishment regime, without support and recognition for centres who strive to exceed minimum standards says the Early Childhood Council.
August 29, 2024
Not Even Auckland City Council Can Make Pay Parity Economic
The Kauri Kids situation shows that even with Auckland City Council resources on your side, running an economic early learning centre is beyond many providers.
August 29, 2024
ECC Centre Closures Report: January 2024
An overview of ECE centre closures and new services opened from November 2023 and January 2024.
April 5, 2024
$118 million sunk into flawed IT system that won’t pay ECE teachers properly
The Ministry of Education keeps sinking money into Pourato, a new IT system meant to deliver funding for employers to pay Early Childhood Education teachers, despite sector concerns since 2015 about the outdated funding approach.
March 7, 2024
20 Hours ECE funding news a welcome boost for providers
The early learning sector has welcomed the confirmation 20 Hours ECE funding increases in March 2024 will be kept in place. With no changes to the published 1 March 2024 funding rates, it means early learning providers can plan with more confidence for the year ahead.
October 30, 2024
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