CONTENTSStarting a centre-based ECE serviceAdministration recordsAnnual planApplying for a licenceProbationary licence and application formFull licenceChecklist for renovating an existing building or building a new serviceDesigning and building your new ECE service premisesDesigning and building – step-by-step guideDesigning your early childhood service to comply with the licensing criteriaBathrooms, nappy change and body wash facilitiesKitchens and laundriesFloor spaces and surfacesStaff areas and resource spaceSleep rooms, rest areas and sick (isolation) roomsStorage spaceLighting, ventilation, acoustics and heatingElectrical sockets, telephones and first aid suppliesCentres not at ground levelFences, gates, windows and handrailsEarly childhood education and care regulationsFees and fundingFurniture, fittings and equipmentGovernance and management roles and responsibilitiesHealth and safety standards and emergenciesManaging your servicePhilosophy statementPlaygroundsConstructing a sand areaPreparing for staff employmentPreparing policies, procedures and processesPoliciesThe Early Learning Information (ELI) SystemRoles and responsibilities in a centre-based education and care serviceSuggested equipment for licensed ECE servicesTe WhārikiEquipment listsRead about the Early Learning Information (ELI) System on this page:Early Learning Information (ELI) SystemWas this page helpful?YesNo