Government Changes Harm Early Childhood Education

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.

Whānau Manaaki Parent Panui

Whānau Manaaki has released it's very first parent panui, to keep our families up to date with what our association has been up to, and what's been happening in the ECE (Early Childhood Education) sector in Aotearoa.

High Profile Action in our Kindergartens

Many Wairarapa teachers featured in the Wairarapa Times Age with a photo of them taking parent statements to local MP Mike Butterick.

CEO Amanda Coulston Speaks at Poverty by Design Conference

Whānau Manaaki’s Amanda Coulston was among around 30 presenters at a conference, Poverty by Design hosted by Victoria University’s Stout Research Centre last weekend.

Toitu te Tiriti

Around the motu, kindergartens marked the hikoi to parliament in different ways, with a range of activities to support Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Government Axes Successful Literacy Project

The government has axed a Pasifika early literacy project (PELP) which was developed ten years ago and which has had positive evaluation results. The programme supports children who learn in Pacific early learning services to successfully transition to school.

Kindergartens Aotearoa opposes Lower Standards for Homebased Services

Kindergartens Aotearoa put out a press release this week, addressing their concern about the safety of babies and young children in home based early education and care services.

Living Wage AGM

Whānau Manaaki attended the Living Wage AGM in Wellington last week

Whānau Manaaki Clutha Office Unveils Te Tiriti Taonga

This week Whānau Manaaki held a blessing ceremony for our new Clutha-based office at Te Pou O Mata Au Clutha District War Memorial & Community Centre.

Official Opening of Kimbolton Kindergarten

Kimbolton Kindergarten had its official opening last Friday, with children welcomed into the kindergarten this week.