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Labour's Education Policy

Here's Labour's education policy: Sue Moroney - Education SpokespersonLabour’s education policy recognises children and young people are New Zealand’s future and that every one of them deserves access to quality education.That is the touchstone of a fair and prosperous society. Every child, whatever their family’s financial circumstances, has the right to learn in the best possible environment.Yet, despite our world-class education system and the dedication of teaching staff, some of our kids…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Nov 11, 2011
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ECE advocacy group calls for more qualified teachers, better ratios for under twos, and funding for pay parity

Te Tari Puna Ora o Aotearoa/New Zealand Childcare Association has released its election manifesto.  Here it is:Election manifesto 2011An agenda for quality early childhood educationOur manifesto for the 2011 election has now been released. You can download your copy here.Our manifesto, asks all political parties to deliver the following early childhood education (ECE) policies. We believe these policies are critical…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Oct 26, 2011
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Government announces new funding system for ECE, review of curriculum and new measures for quality

The government has said there will be a new funding system for early childhood education. as part of its response to the ECE taskforce. It has also said it will keep 20 hours ECE.It has set up two groups, and is calling for nominations to the groups, to focus on improving poor quality services and lifting quality for under twos.You can read more about these groups on the Ministry's website.Here's what NZ Kindergartens had to say in response to the government's announcement.Next steps for early…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Oct 17, 2011
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Government ordered into Mediation about Kohanga Reo treaty claim

The Herald reports that: "The Crown has been sent to mediation with the kohanga reo movement over allegations it breached the Treaty of Waitangi.The Waitangi Tribunal met last week to decide whether the Kohanga Reo Trust's treaty claim should be heard urgently.The trust believed breaches of the treaty, and said prejudicial policies from the Government, were "threatening the future of kohanga".Supporters of the kohanga movement were concerned about the effects of a Early Childhood Education…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Aug 23, 2011
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MP Quizzed about Cuts at Kindergarten Fale Opening

Here's a story from Hawkes Bay Today: Camberley Kindergarten combined Pasifika and politics when Tukituki MP Craig Foss visited the Early Childhood Education centre for the opening of a playground fale. It followed a letter about funding cuts sent on behalf of the kindergarten's community. The letter sent by the children, families, whanau, teachers and community of Camberley Kindergarten in July outlined funding issues affecting the centre and asked Mr Foss how he would help them remedy the…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Aug 19, 2011
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More Money Needs To Be Invested In Children Under Three, say Children's Advocates

Every Child Counts* is launching a new campaign to highlight the importance of adequate public and community investment in a child’s early years – the first 1000 days of life – by releasing a report that shows poor outcomes for children are costing the nation at least 3 percent of GDP, or $6bn per annum.  These costs are comprised of health, remedial education, justice and reduced productivity.“It is recognised internationally that the first 1000 days are the most important phase of a child’s…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Aug 14, 2011
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20 Hours ECE Under Threat

The ECE Taskforce Consultation has closed. NZEI Te Riu Roa put in a response on behalf of its more than 51,000 members, and put a press release out. Here's a NZE Herald report: Education Minister Anne Tolley is being urged to a take "an honest look" at Taskforce Report submissions before making any decisions that could affect the future of early childhood education (ECE).Public submissions closed yesterday on the recently released Taskforce Report which made a number of recommendations -…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Aug 10, 2011
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Critics Hit Out At Child Farms

Here's what the Herald on Sunday had to say about new large early childhood services, now that the regulations allow 150 children on a single license. Childcare centre operators are rushing to open so-called "megacentres" containing up to 150 children.A regulation coming into force this week allows childcare centres to triple in size.Even before the July 1 change, three companies have signalled to the Education Ministry they're keen to boost their centre sizes three-fold.But critics are dubbing…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Jun 27, 2011
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Australian PhD student wants to survey New Zealand ECE teachers

Peggy Tan, a student at Monash University, is looking at issues involved in moving to qualified registered teacher status.for her doctorate.  Below is the webllink for interested teachers, terachers in training, and unqualified ece staff to particpate. Untrained:Your Anonymous Survey Link:http://monashbuseco.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9yOIfFiLJVUwQEQIn-training:Your Anonymous Survey Link:…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies Jun 9, 2011
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NZEI Calls for More Support for Quake Affected ECE Centres

Christchurch schools will welcome additional funding but early childhood needs same guaranteesThe education sector union NZEI Te Riu Roa says it’s pleasing to see the government responding to the needs of Christchurch schools, but is asking whether early childhood centres will get the same funding guarantees.The Government has just announced it is extending full operational funding to earthquake-hit Christchurch schools until the end of the year.NZEI has been working closely with those schools…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies May 18, 2011
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Delays opening Weymouth Preschool concerns parents

 A story about an early childhood centre in Weymouth with no children featured on Campbell Live last night. Parents want the preschool opened as soon as possibleMon, 16 May 2011 7:00p.m.Every morning Sango walks four of her children to Weymouth primary schoolThe two older ones go to the primary school, and it would be very convenient if she could drop the two younger ones off at the preschool that's been built right on the school grounds.The preschool was finished last October - and has sat…See More
Blog post by Jenny Davies May 16, 2011
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Early Childhood Music Festival at Aro Valley Community Centre

May 28, 2011 from 11am to 3pm
Caome along and enjoy a day of music and entertainment for families and celebrate the role eraly childhood education plays in the lives of young children.There will be local bands, DJ's,as well as heaps of childrens entertainment.See More
Jenny Davies is attending Nicki Wilford's event May 15, 2011
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Two new ERO reports on ECE

Two new ERO reports have gone on the ERO website -  Positive Foundations for Learning: Confident and Competent Children in Early Childhood Services and Literacy in Early Childhood Services: Good Practice

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Posted on February 2, 2012 at 4:58pm

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The Ministry of Education mentions a new funding system for ECE

The Ministry has released its report to the incoming minister of education, which includes five pages on early childhood education and mentions a new funding system. Details are withheld under the Official Information Act.

Here's the link. www.minedu.govt.nz/theMinistry/PolicyAndStrategy/~/media/MinEdu/Files/TheMinistry/PolicyAndStrategy/

Posted on February 2, 2012 at 4:25pm

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ChildForum considers the ECE policy picture after the election

Tuesday, 29 November 2011, 1:05 pm

Press Release: ChildForum



Early Childhood Education under a New National Government

The 2011 Election results mean we will see a government very similar to that which we have had over the past three years, but with National having a larger share of seats in the House and therefore, possibly, a stronger ability to do whatever it wants.

Early childhood education was not a key…

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Posted on November 30, 2011 at 4:02pm

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National's ECE Policy

Here's National's ECE policy: 

Supporting early childhood education

Early childhood education (ECE) plays a valuable role in a child’s development. It is one of the greatest investments we can make in the future of New Zealand children.

That’s why National has increased spending on early childhood education by 40 per cent since 2008. Today, we spend $1.4 billion on early childhood education, the most ever. That’s almost as much as we spend on the entire Police force.

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Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:34pm

Jenny Davies

Labour's Education Policy

Here's Labour's education policy: 

Sue Moroney - Education Spokesperson

Labour’s education policy recognises children and young people are New Zealand’s future and that…

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Posted on November 11, 2011 at 2:01pm

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