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Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. [![Cart](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/hubfs/PlaynLearn_July2019%20/Images/cart-icon.png) ](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/blog/author/hadleigh-witty/page/2#collapseExample) ## Hadleigh Witty Hadleigh combines his passion of networking and collaborative problem solving with a strong desire to use his position at Play 'N' Learn to inspire and support educators within the preschool education community. His personal vision of helping others and being a positive and creative force for change, aligns ubiquitously with Play 'N' Learn's value proposition "providing quality education resources and industry leading advice to inspire excellence" With his hope of positively influencing his industry and professional network, Hadleigh makes a point of following thought leaders in a variety of fields, devoting a lot of time to professional development with the goal of awesome customer care in mind! 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As a centre owner, understanding these key trends will help you stay relevant to your families and future-proof your business. [Read More](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/blog/trends-shaping-early-childhood-education-in-new-zealand) Topics: [Early Childhood Education Centre](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/blog/topic/early-childhood-education-centre) ## [How to become a community focused childcare](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/blog/how-to-become-a-community-focused-childcare) Posted by [Hadleigh Witty](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/blog/author/hadleigh-witty) on 21/03/19, 2:49 pm [![DSC09941](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/hubfs/Blog%20Images/DSC09941.jpg) ](https://campaign.playnlearn.co.nz/blog/how-to-become-a-community-focused-childcare) The early childhood education sector is booming. Figures show there are currently around 4,500 licensed services across New Zealand with education and care centres making up the majority of that figure. 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