
How much longer? Four decades of shifting politics in teacher qualifications
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Learn more about How the 2024 ECE Regulations Review frames teacher qualification issuesLearn more
Learn more about Early childhood education as a public good: Challenges and possibilitiesLearn more
Learn more about Revernacularisation of te reo Māori and critical pedagogies in Kōhanga ReoIn this series of blog posts we’re introducing our member organisations and shining a light on their mahi and their community impact. Learn more
Learn more about Introducing Inspired KindergartensKindergartens Aotearoa welcomes the increase in learning support funding announced in the budget which will see an increase in early intervention teachers and reducing waitlists for children who need support. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Welcome Learning Support Spending but Criticise Effective Cut in Base FundingKindergartens Aotearoa supports the early childhood education policy announced by the Green Party... Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Support Green Policy on Early Childhood EducationKindergartens Aotearoa is appalled at the Government’s move to continue to underpay women by millions of dollars by axing pay equity legislation. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Call on Government To Value WomenKindergartens Aotearoa commends the government for its announcement that it will back teachers by funding registration and practising certificate fees. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Aotearoa supports government move to pay teacher registration feesIn a recent announcement, the government has put forward a bill to reduce regulations on ECE. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Aotearoa opposes government putting business interests before children in ECEIn this series of blog posts we’re introducing our member organisations and shining a light on their mahi and their community impact. Learn more
Learn more about Kaitiaki Kindergartens: tamariki-led environment action and impactWe have concern about the recommendations set out in the Ministry of Regulation’s Regulatory Review of Early Childhood Education released on Wednesday 18 December. We believe if implemented, the recommendations will undermine the quality and safety of ECE services. Learn more
Learn more about Letter to Minister re: concerns about ECE Regulatory Review recommendationsA review of early childhood regulations says poor compliance in the sector is putting children at risk of harm. Amanda Coulston from Kindergartens Aotearoa spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Aotearoa on ECE regulations reviewRNZ article 18 December 2024 Learn more
Learn more about Kindergarten group fears rule overhaul will lower standardsOPINION: Early childhood education takes place at the most important period in a child’s life, when the most learning occurs and when the foundation for all future learning is set. Learn more
Learn more about Policy changes in ECE have cost sector years of progressKindergartens Aotearoa is concerned about the safety of babies and young children in home based early education and care services. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Aotearoa Opposes Lower Standards For Homebased ServicesAs a collective of early childhood education (ECE) service providers operating 257 licensed services across the country (1), we have considerable experience working with the regulations across government institutions, regional councils and territorial authorities. Learn more
Learn more about Submission to ECE regulatory reviewEarly childhood education (ECE) is the first sector to be scrutinised by the government’s new Ministry of Regulation. Learn more
Learn more about Opinion piece: ECE - an investment in our futuredecades of progress has been reversed as the government’s move to reduce qualified relief and fixed term teachers’ pay to the minimum wage takes effect. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Decry Government Moves To Cut PayPrivate centres are trying to use the government’s review of regulations to drive down quality and reduce teachers’ pay so they can make greater profits from taxpayer funds. Learn more
Learn more about Early Childhood Council Submission A Cynical Attempt To Drive Down StandardsThe National Party’s plan to fund tax cuts by wiping the 20 hours free early childhood funding for two year olds is a dismaying and backwards move Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Dismayed By National’s Plan To Scrap 20 Hours Free To Two Year OldsKindergartens Aotearoa urges the Government to focus future spending on a holistic approach to families to ensure that all children have a great start in life. Learn more
Learn more about Budget funding delivers an effective cut to early childhood educationWe welcome the government move to increase benefits in six weeks’ time, with all benefits going up by $20 a week, and further increases next April bringing total rises of up to $55 a week. Learn more
Learn more about Kindergartens Welcome Increase In Focus On ChildrenWe welcomes the Government announcements relating to early childhood education. Learn more
Learn more about Early Childhood Education – A Tangible And Positive Difference For ChildrenWe welcome the news that the government is trying to help parents with childcare fees but is concerned that many families will miss out because of the way the scheme is designed and administered. Learn more
Learn more about Family Boost Policy Could Miss Target Group