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Why is Emotional Intelligence (EI) being seen as the secret sauce in leadership circles? Might it be relevant to your personal and centre strategy in 2025? Learning the principles and practical applications of EI helps us manage both our own emotions and those of people around us.
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Report finds ECE regulation is not fit for purpose
The Early Childhood Education regulatory sector review report has agreed with the Early Childhood Council’s view that the current system is not fit for purpose.
February 28, 2025
Operation Zero Waste
I am an avid nature lover. Growing up in Auckland I yearned for a life in the country. As an adult I love my rural home with veggie gardens and chickens. One thing which attracted me to Borman Village Kids was the part of our philosophy about sustainability (it was the part right at the bottom of our philosophy statement, a grand intention with no plan).
January 28, 2025
Celebrating Diwali at Kimihia Early Learning Centre
Diwali, known as the festival of lights, is a multi-faith South Asian celebration which universally commemorates the theme of victory of good over evil. This time of year, especially for immigrants from the subcontinent, can be a time where the absence of whānau is heightened.
January 28, 2025
ECE clarifications welcome, but there’s more work to do in the regulation review
The Early Childhood Council says the Ministry forRegulation’s Early Childhood Education clarifications announcement is a positive signal.
December 19, 2024
Using New Zealand Sign Language to Support Diverse Communities
Tracy and her team at Haven Early Learning Centre recognised diversity of the community they served and changed the way they deliver early education and care to benefit ALL tamariki, kaiako and families, placing specific emphasis on New Zealand Sign Language as the common centre language.
December 19, 2024
How The Castle Streamlined its Website with Rocketspark
Like many not-for-profits, The Castle faced challenges with a tight budget while needing a functional, easy-to-manage website. The centre needed a solution that allowed them to update their website efficiently without ongoing maintenance fees, allowing them more time to focus on the children.
December 19, 2024
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