WELCOME
Blenheim Early Childhood Centres is a community based, “not for profit” organisation located in Blenheim with 3 preschools. John Street Preschool, Uptown Preschool and Te Kupenga Preschool. We are governed by a committee of seven elected Board of Trustees who are parents and caregivers of the children attending the Centres.
We strive to create a stimulating, caring environment fostering independence where each child is accepted and respected as a valued individual and positively encouraged in their endeavours.
Blenheim Early Childhood Centres create a welcoming and supportive environment by having well qualified and experienced staff, encouraging families to contribute to aspects of the programme.
license number ratio
There must be a Teacher with a minimum of a Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or its equivalent) who holds a current practicing and first aid certificate and one other person at all times when there are children in the Centre.
• John Street Preschool is licensed for a maximum of 48 children, 12 under two years and 36 over two years
• Uptown Preschool is licensed for a maximum of 35 children, 12 under two years and 23 over two years
• Te Kupenga Preschool is licensed for a maximum of 34 children, 10 under two years and 24 over two years
Blenheim Early Childhood Centres Inc. (BECC) ratios of adult to children are;
Under twos 1:4
Over twos 1:8
These children ratios are lowered as activities or special needs demand