Welcome to
ECE Consultancy Services Ltd

In a sector which is not short of challenges, we are the support network that New Zealand ECE owners and managers can call on.

As ECE professionals with many years of experience behind us, we offer opportunities to support your business and your centre’s daily operational requirements.

- Committed to our clients

- Committed to quality ECE practices

- Committed to our children

About Us

We are a group of ECE specialists who support a wide range of ECE operational goals. From business to curriculum, staffing to health and safety, you can count on us to provide professional, sound guidance.

Depending on your individual requirements, we can tailor design a support programme to ensure that, as ECE owners or managers, you have access to up to date knowledge.

From ongoing support management contracts to one-off projects, we have the team to support you!

Meet Our Team

Together, we'll create a positive impact on your centre, your team and the tamariki who depend on you for their early education and development. Your centre's success is our ultimate goal!

Paula Hawkings
Director

With a wealth of experience spanning numerous years in operating ECE centres, Paula brings a blend of expertise in general management, operational management, centre setups, investment strategies for new owners and business turnarounds. Her proficiency in these areas ensures a professional touch and strategic insight to our team.

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Jo Bagley
Support Manager

Jo is a dedicated professional with a strong background in early childhood education. Holding ECE qualifications and full registration, Jo brings a wealth of expertise to our team. With experience ranging from centre ownership to lecturing, Jo specialises in mentoring, PGC support and curriculum and operational guidance.

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Tanya Palmer
Support Manager

Tanya is ECE qualified and fully registered. With a strong foundation in multi-site management, Tanya offers extensive expertise to our team. Specialising in compliance and providing essential operational guidance, Tanya ensures seamless operations and regulatory compliance.

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YoungJu Lee
Support Manager

With extensive experience as both a Centre Manager and Area Manager, YoungJu is highly regarded for her effective marketing strategies, mentorship of Centre Managers and her commitment to ensuring compliance.

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Management Support Services

Exceeding Your Expectations

For ECE Owners or Managers

We want all of our customers to experience our impressive level of professionalism when working with ECE Consultancy Services Ltd. All of our services, especially this one, exist to make your life easier and stress free.

With weekly attendance at your centre, we cover off the following and provide a record of work completed:

Attendance at staff meetings
Professional development opportunities
Induction support for new owners
ERO support and attendance
MOE licensing support
Marketing suggestions
Health and Safety audits
HR/ER support
PGC mentoring groups
Mentoring support for new owners or managers.

Finances;
ECE Funding Audit, Parent Invoicing

Frequently utilised by most of our customers, this service has been essential to success on many occasions. We specialise in the use of Infocare and have a team who can provide one-off support, to weekly support sessions, around the following:

Auditing of Infocare to ensure you are not over claiming or under claiming funding
Archiving and auditing of the hardcopy documents which affect funding.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service and guarantee you’ll love working with our team. This package can be tailor-made to suit your needs. Let us know how we can assist you today.

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Brand New Centre
Set Ups

It’s such an exciting time for new ECE centre owners who are building their own magical space for children to learn and develop. ECE Consultancy Services Ltd will support you to develop a philosophy that will suit your personal style, as well as be a great community fit.

We take care of all policies and supporting documents required to open your centre, work with the architect and suppliers to ensure your vision is heard, as well as getting you through all official licensing requirements.

TESTIMONIAL

"Thank you to Paula from ECE Consultancy Services for your brilliant ideas and creative strengths for our business. You have definitely made a positive impact for our centre. I highly recommend Paula's professional support in regards to every aspect of an ECE Service."

Hayley Hargreaves, Natures Nest Early Learning Centre

Email: paula@ececonsultancyservices.co.nz

Phone: (021) 434 338

Operating Hours

Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm
Sat: 10am - 2pm
Sun: Closed

Welcome to ECE Consultancy Services Ltd