Information regarding the ECE Regulatory Review led by the Ministry for Regulation.
Information on ECC's voice to government and the sector on Pay Parity issues, and how you can be involved.
Tools to help you develop a child protection policy and safety-check the people working with your centre's children
Insights and data for centre employers and employees on fair and reasonable wages.
Tips and resources to help you tailor your centre's business plan and comply with regulation
Tools and reports to help you manage cash flow, budget, profit and loss statement, and your balance sheet
Online workshops designed specifically for the ECE sector
Informational webinars on the latest issues and topics affecting the sector
Registrations are now open for the ECC Conference 2025! This event is dedicated to inspiring and empowering leaders in the early learning sector.
Access all of our online professional professional development in the ECC Learning Centre
Bite-sized informational webinars on topical issues
Get informed and involved on upcoming policy updates, changes and submissions.
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Access our member helplines for employment law and financial advice.
Currently I am observing what seems to be an increasing focus on funding audits by the Ministry of Education. Even small errors, like a missing parent signature or a tick box, can result in funding being claimed back, which is why having good systems in place makes such a big difference.
In 2024, as part of our enviro vision to be a more sustainable centre and to teach our tamariki to be lifelong kaitiaki (guardians of our environment), Ko te Aroha Children’s Centre in Masterton began a “Drains for Rains” project – and what a fantastic project it was and continues to be!
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.
Today’s announcement that the Government will fund teacher registration fees for three years is very welcome, says the Early Childhood Council.
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