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Making connections - improving outcomes for all tamariki

We support whānau to:

  • understand how they can support their tamariki to develop their foundation skills and be school-ready

  • have enhanced connections and relationships with kura and ECE

  • have increased confidence in being the first teacher of tamaiti

Ready 4 Learning Trust Values

  • Ko te tamaiti te pūtake -

    the child is the heart, the purpose, the reason 

  • Ngā Hononga -

    strong connections, relationships, and partnerships 

  • Mahi Tahi -

    working together, alongside

  • Mana taurite (Equity)  -

    accessibility, opportunity, and inclusion

Our goals for tamariki:

The Ready 4 Learning Charitable Trust team is here to support you and your child to:

  • arrive at school with stronger foundation skills for learning 

  • successfully access the NZ curriculum

  • have more self-efficacy and belief in themselves as learners

  • have more positive social and emotional dispositions 

  • more confident, courageous and connected in their learning

The way we work

  • We put tamariki and families at the heart of everything. 

  • We aim for bicultural competence and confidence at all levels of our organisation. We strive to meaningfully and authentically include indigenous knowledge and worldviews in our practice. 

  • We are inclusive. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, gender, educational achievement or age. 

  • We demonstrate respect, integrity and humanity in all that we do. 

  • We value evidence and constantly update our knowledge. 

  • We value people. He tangata, he tangata, he tangata. 

  • We value building sustainable, ongoing connections and partnerships.

  • We grow capacity and confidence by working alongside. 

  • We are apolitical

  • We continually reflect on, and review our impact

  • We ensure our initiatives stay relevant, evidence–based, engaging and meaningful for audiences.

Experienced and caring educators

Through Andrea and Carolynne’s work in education, they came to realise that whilst they were supporting Early Childhood Centres and Schools, there was little support for whanau. Their vision through the Ready 4 Learning Charitable Trust is to support whanau to grow their knowledge and understanding of foundation skills and how they can best support their tamariki.

Getting support from the Ready 4 Learning Charitable Trust

Looking for nurturing early childhood support for your family? Get in touch to learn about the difference we make.

We're excited to welcome your family.