Revisit
- Re-look at lay the groundwork. How could you strengthen learning for all children?
- Continue to notice & recognise the progress of individual children.
- Keep adjusting how you respond to children’s progress based on what you notice.
Kotahitanga means unity, togetherness, and solidarity. It recognises the diversity of people and supports collective action and achieving unity when coming together. Kaitiakitanga represents the responsibilities of guardianship and stewardship.
Enacting social inclusion creates a context where everyone feels a sense of belonging and participation. Social action refers to the actions taken to look after and stand up for self, others, and the natural world.
Knowledge, skills and attitudes associated with social inclusion and social action are woven through all strands of Te Whāriki, helping kaiako respond to children with consistent guidance, encouragement and support.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi, identity, language and culture, inclusion, Whakamana | Empowerment and Ngā hononga | Relationships are at the heart of social inclusion and action where children learn to value themselves and the community in ways that promote acceptance, kindness and compassion.