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How Long Should I Retain Different Documentation!?
With so many pieces of required documentation, we decided to create a consolidated list of required documentation, how long each need to be retained - and the legislature underpinning why!
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A Parents Response to ECE Rule Changes
How worried should I be about the proposed rewrite or rules? A parent's perspective on the proposed ECE regulation changes.
A Handy List of Required Docs | Centre-Based ECE
Centres require many pieces of documentation spread throughout the Licensing Criteria; we've pulled them into a handy table.
Why Paper Still Has a Place in ECEs – and How to Balance It with Digital Solutions
It's no surprise that paper documents are still a staple in many Early Childhood Education (ECE) centres.
ECE Regulation Amendments from 1 Jan 2025
We can all expect a lot of these in the coming months and year(s); additions, removals, or amendments to ECE regulations.
Proposed Changes to ECE Regulations
The New Zealand Government's review introduces substantial changes to ECE licensing criteria: 26 criteria retained, 40 amended to reduce administrative burdens, 18 moved to guidelines, and 3 removed entirely. This covers specific examples like emergency drills, curriculum standards, and facility requirements that will impact how centres operate.
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Purposeful and Effortless Policies
Creating policies that actually work for your centre doesn't have to be a nightmare.
Is It Safe to Store Records and Data Online?
Technology changes so quickly now - it's natural to worry if storing important records there will be truly safe.