Early Childhood Education (ECE) Professional Learning

Practical, evidence-informed online courses designed for busy ECE teachers, leaders, and kaiako. Our courses focus on real challenges in ECE settings and provide strategies you can use immediately.

Neurodiversity in ECE – Practical Strategies to Support Diverse Learners

Create inclusive environments where every child feels understood, supported, and able to thrive.

You will learn how to:

  • Understand neurodiversity in early childhood contexts

  • Recognise and respond to diverse ways children learn, communicate, and regulate

  • Make practical environmental and teaching adjustments

  • Support children with additional learning needs in everyday routines

  • Work collaboratively with whānau and external agencies

Ideal for: ECE teachers, kaiako, unqualified staff, leaders, and centre managers

Boosting Enrolments & Dealing with Difficult Parents

Effective tools for growing roll numbers and strengthening communication.

You will learn how to:

  • Build positive first impressions with prospective families

  • Strengthen communication with parents and caregivers

  • Confidently manage difficult or sensitive conversations

  • Address concerns early to prevent escalation

  • Support enrolment growth through trust, clarity, and professionalism

Health & Safety in ECE – Compliance and Best Practice Made Simple

Clear, practical guidance to keep your centre compliant and your community safe.

You will learn how to:

  • Understand key health and safety responsibilities in ECE settings

  • Meet regulatory and compliance requirements with confidence

  • Identify, manage, and minimise risk in everyday practice

  • Embed health and safety into centre culture and routines

  • Respond effectively to incidents and near misses

Ideal for: All ECE staff, leaders, and centre managers