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Community Ownership: Parents likely have a strong say in how the service operates and what happens to children, all money earnt stays within it, and teachers may be paid better and childcare charges may be lower compared to most (but not necessarily all) private and corporate owned services. (Ask: Is it an Incorporated Society? Does it also have charitable status?)
Small Boutique Centre: Centres with 50 or fewer children make it easier for staff to provide a warm and nurturing environment, for children to have their individual needs met and skills, knowledge, and competencies extended. (Ask: For continuity of care and relationships, do children stay with the same group of children and teachers throughout their time at the service?)
100% Qualified Teacher Funded: All staff counted toward meeting the minimum adult-child ratio requirement must hold a practising certificate as a teacher if the service receives this level of Ministry of Education funding.
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Men Included on Teaching Staff (as at last year): There are strong benefits of having both men and women on the teaching team for the quality of care and education a service provides to children. Additionally, gender bias in staff recruitment and employment is not generally acceptable in society today. (Ask: How many teaching staff are employed and what proportion are men?)
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Clean Licence Record (last year and the year before): To be licensed a service must comply with regulations that help ensure children’s safety, care, and a suitable standard of education. When requirements are breached the Ministry of Education may downgrade a service’s licence to provisional or issue a suspension. Check the lists of services placed on a provisional or suspended licence https://oece.nz/public/information/standards/
Recommended Highly by 80% or More Families: The service is recommended by at least 80% of families, based on results from the independent OECE parent survey. To qualify, the survey must have a response rate of at least 51% of enrolled families and have been completed within the past three years.
2 Reviews on “Oasis Education Centre”
Both of our daughters have grown up at Oasis since they were just six months old, and our experience over the years has been nothing short of exceptional. The team at Oasis truly feels like an extension of our family — consistently caring, supportive, and deeply committed to the wellbeing of every child.
The staff go above and beyond to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children can thrive. Their dedication, warmth, and professionalism have given us complete peace of mind, knowing our girls are in the best hands.
We’re incredibly grateful for everything the Oasis family has done for us and would wholeheartedly recommend them to any parent looking for a loving and enriching daycare experience.
Both of my daughters have attended Oasis Early Learning and Education Centre (one of them is still currently enrolled) and I honestly can’t speak highly enough of the experience. The staff have been nothing short of incredible, providing a nurturing and engaging environment that has truly given my girls the tools they need to thrive as they begin primary school.
The bond they’ve built with the educators is something really special. The team consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the children are not only learning but also having fun and feeling included every step of the way. I’m so grateful for the care, passion, and dedication shown by everyone at Oasis Education.