CONTENTSStarting a centre-based ECE serviceAdministration recordsAnnual plan and budgetApplying for a licenceProbationary licence and application formFull licenceChecklist for choosing your premisesDesigning and building your new ECE service premisesDesigning and building – step-by-step guideComplying with premises and facilities licensing criteria – indoorsBathrooms, nappy change and body wash facilitiesKitchens, dining areas and laundriesIndoor activity areasStaff spaceSleep rooms, rest areas and sick roomsStorage spaceLighting, ventilation, heating and acousticsElectrical sockets, first aid kits and telephonesComplying with premises and facilities licensing criteria – outdoorsFences, gates, windows and handrailsPlaygroundsEarly childhood education and care regulationsFees and fundingChoosing equipmentGovernance and management roles and responsibilitiesPreparing for staff employmentPreparing policies, procedures and processesPolicies and proceduresRequired assessments, approvals and registrationsThe Early Learning Information (ELI) SystemEquipment for early childhood servicesTe WhārikiEquipment listsGuides for starting an early childhood serviceRead about the Early Learning Information (ELI) System on this page:Early Learning Information (ELI) SystemWas this page helpful?YesNo