You Spoke. We Listened. Here’s What’s Changing
- The Utopia Team
- Jun 16
- 1 min read
Over 60 ECE centres across Aotearoa shared their honest views on pricing for newly registered teachers.
We heard you — and we’re acting on it.
Here’s what we learned:
Most centres are open to working with newly registered teachers
Most agree pay should reflect experience — especially at the start
Many support a two-tier system to help make faster, fairer choices
Most want clear expectations, reliable teachers, and real growth
So, what’s next?
We’re launching a new option:
Registered – Newly
A fairer rate for new graduates.
More choice for centres.
Real opportunities for teachers starting out.
Coming soon — shaped by you.
Our Thanks
We’d like to sincerely thank all the centres who participated —including many we’ve never even met in person.
Your openness helps us build a platform that serves the real needs of the sector.
Your voice matters. And it’s already made an impact.
View the Summary
You can read the full results here
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