Key sector links
ECE Resource Hub
Practical tools, links, and resources for early learning centres across NZ
Our ECE Resource Hub is designed to save you time and give you quick access to:
Helpful apps and online platforms for running your centre
Explore, Learn, Thrive
Whether you need to check the latest regulations, find a tool for managing your team, or simply stay inspired, our Resources page is here for you, anytime you need it.
Click any link below to jump straight to tools, information, or support you need today.
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Sector Essentials
Licensing Criteria for Centre Based ECE Services
Ministry of Education – Early Learning guidance and resources for our education workforce, including principals, teachers and kaiako.
Education Sector Login (ESL)
Secure Data Portal – view and download funding notices.
Te Whāriki – Curriculum
Hapori Matatū - Teaching Council NZ online services and certification management
Online Register of Registered Teachers - Find a registered teacher
Worksafe Notifications
Learning Management System
Health NZ - Early Childhood Resources and Information
NZ Police Vetting Services
Delegated Authoriser – User management.
Immigration Online Service
Business Tools and Templates
Pay parity - Template for assessing pay parity steps
Develop your business plan
Pay parity for ECE Teachers and Service Providers
Develop your marketing strategies
Developing Playgrounds
65 Quick start Marketing ideas
Legal HR
Legal Commercial
Accounting ECE Services
Payroll
Leadership and Professional Learning
Services we use
ourselves
Inspiration
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ECE resources does Astute Education provide?
The Astute Education Resource Hub brings together sector essentials, business tools and templates, recommended apps and platforms, partner organisations, and leadership and professional learning resources. It is designed to save ECE leaders time by putting the most useful tools and links in one place.
Where can I find the ECE Licensing Criteria in New Zealand?
The Licensing Criteria for Centre Based ECE Services is published by the Ministry of Education and available on the education.govt.nz website. It outlines the requirements every licensed early childhood service must meet, covering areas including health and safety, staffing, curriculum, and governance.
What is the Teaching Council online portal for NZ teachers?
The Teaching Council's online portal, Hapori Matatū, allows registered teachers in New Zealand to manage their certification, update their details, and access Teaching Council services. ECE centres can also use the online register to verify teacher registration status.
What is the Secure Data Portal for ECE services?
The Secure Data Portal (SDP) is a Ministry of Education platform that allows licensed ECE services to view and download their funding notices and related financial information. Access is managed through the Education Sector Login (ESL).
Where can ECE centres access NZ Police vetting services?
NZ Police vetting services for ECE centres are available through the NZ Police website. Vetting is required under the Children's Act 2014 for anyone working with children in a regulated service, and centres are responsible for ensuring all relevant staff and volunteers are properly vetted before commencing work.
What payroll and HR tools does Astute Education recommend for ECE centres?
Astute Education recommends Smartly for payroll management and links to Legal HR support through Mark Donovan and commercial legal services through Sellars Law. The Resource Hub also includes links to specialist ECE accounting services and insurance providers familiar with the early childhood sector.
"Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi."
With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.
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