WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOVERNMENT

ME MAHI TAHI TĀTOU MO TE ORANGA O TE KATOA
WE WORK TOGETHER FOR THE WELLBEING OF EVERYONE

As a network, we want to actively contribute to, and influence the development of the Education sector with a focus on 0-18 years. We also want to be an active contributor in strengthening the social infrastructure so it more ably supports children, families and community to enjoy a good life, learn, and thrive.

WHAT IS IMPORTANT TO US:

• giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• quality education
• equity from the start
• diversity of provision
• enduring systems and infrastructure.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

• free, frank, and fearless advice
• active participation in cross-agency and cross-sector work programmes and reforms
• innovation and change readiness
• reputable quality early childhood education provision
• social impact for local communities.

WHAT WE WANT FROM GOVERNMENT:

• sustainable funding model for early childhood education
  • operational grant equivalent to that of the compulsory sector
  • reinstatement of the 81 to 99% qualified teacher funding rate
  • trainee teachers to be included in ratio
  • review of frequent-absence rule to recognise the diversity of the Kindergarten whānau
  • pay equity for the teaching profession

• accelerated implementation of the Early Learning Action Plan 2019-2029
  • improved adult-to-child ratios
  • legislate for 80% qualified teacher workforce
  • managed network provision, and access to school sites, Crown-owned land and greenfield developments
  • workforce development, including teacher supply and efficacy of training providers

• systemic approach to 0-18 years education.