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School readiness isn't the finish line. It's the starting point for life.

By Tara Solomon, Chief Executive | Kaiwhakahaere Matua 

Kaitiaki Kindergartens

Every child should begin school with strong foundations in literacy and numeracy.

But if that’s all we expect from early childhood education, we’re aiming too low.

School readiness isn’t simply about preparing children for their first day of school. It’s about preparing them for a lifetime of learning, participation and contribution.

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Supporting Autistic Tamariki Through Occupational Therapy: Aria’s Story

Occupational therapy isn’t about changing who a child is — it’s about helping the world fit them better. Today, we’re sharing the story of Aria, a bright and thoughtful eight-year-old whose journey reflects the heart of occupational therapy — working in partnership with tamariki and their whānau to create meaningful, lasting change, one step at a time.

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