The New Zealand College of Early Childhood Education

Professional Teaching Practice

The College emphasises a practical hands on approach so that students can experience and develop their professional teaching practice in a wide range early childhood settings.

On Campus students go into early childhood centres and private homes and practically apply the professional teaching practice they are learning while being closely monitored and supported by our experienced tutors. 

Become a Practicum Family

If you wish to become a practicum family, please download the following forms, and email it to infonzcece@teacher.co.nz or post them to:

Practicum Family Application
PO Box 5561, Papanui
Christchurch 8542

Please read the documents below before applying.

Practicum Information Poster (In case you would like to help us advertise by taking along to your parent group or posting in a centre).

Thank you for your time and consideration in helping us to build a brighter future for tomorrow's generation.


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