SayPro Partnership Needs Assessment Template

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Needs Assessment Template for ECD Centres

The Needs Assessment Template is a questionnaire designed to help SayPro assess the specific needs of each participating Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre. This will allow SayPro to tailor its support, resources, and training to the unique requirements of each centre, focusing on gaps in resources, staff development, and operational challenges.

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[SayPro] ECD Centre Needs Assessment Questionnaire

Section 1: Centre Overview

1. Name of ECD Centre:
   • [Text Input]
2. Location (Region/Area):
   • [Dropdown List: Urban, Rural, Semi-Urban, Informal Settlement, Other]
3. Centre Type:
   • Informal Settlement
   • Backyard Centre
   • Registered ECD Centre
   • Other (Please Specify): _______________

Section 2: Staffing and Training Needs

4. How many teaching staff are currently employed at your centre?
   • [Text Input]
5. How many non-teaching staff are employed (e.g., admin, cleaning, kitchen)?
   • [Text Input]
6. Do your staff members have formal qualifications in Early Childhood Education (ECE)?
   • Yes
   • No
   • If yes, please specify: _______________
7. What specific areas do your staff require training in? (Select all that apply):
   • Child Development and Early Learning
   • Classroom Management
   • Curriculum Development and Planning
   • Special Needs Education
   • Health, Nutrition, and Safety
   • Parent and Community Engagement
   • Technology in the Classroom
   • Other (Please Specify): _______________
8. Do your staff require training on using educational resources (e.g., games, toys, materials)?
   • Yes
   • No
   • If yes, please provide details: _______________
9. Would you like to receive mentorship or coaching for your staff?
   • Yes
   • No
   • If yes, please specify the type of support needed: _______________

Section 3: Resources and Infrastructure Needs

10. What teaching resources are currently available at your centre? (Select all that apply):

• Books and educational materials
• Learning toys and games
• Classroom furniture (e.g., desks, chairs)
• Art supplies (e.g., paint, crayons, scissors)
• Outdoor play equipment
• Technology (e.g., computers, tablets)
• Other (Please Specify): _______________

11. What specific resources or materials does your centre lack? (Select all that apply):

• Books and educational materials
• Learning toys and games
• Classroom furniture
• Art supplies
• Outdoor play equipment
• Technology (computers, tablets, internet)
• Health and safety supplies (e.g., first aid kits, hand sanitizers)
• Other (Please Specify): _______________

12. What types of educational materials would help your centre improve its curriculum?

• [Text Area] (e.g., lesson plans, activity guides, thematic kits)

13. Do you have access to a reliable internet connection at your centre?

• Yes
• No
• If no, please explain: _______________

14. Do you have the necessary equipment to access online training (e.g., computers, smartphones)?

• Yes
• No
• If no, please provide details: _______________

Section 4: Operational Needs and Challenges

15. What are the biggest operational challenges your centre currently faces? (Select all that apply):

• Lack of qualified staff
• Inadequate space or infrastructure
• Limited financial resources
• Difficulty in engaging parents and the community
• Difficulty in accessing learning materials or resources
• Managing children with special needs
• Safety and health concerns (e.g., hygiene, sanitation)
• Other (Please Specify): _______________

16. Are there any specific administrative or management skills that your staff need support with?

• Yes
• No
• If yes, please specify the skills: _______________

17. Do you currently have a system for tracking and evaluating children’s progress?

• Yes
• No
• If yes, please describe the system: _______________

Section 5: Support and Partnership Needs

18. What types of support would be most beneficial to your centre’s development? (Select all that apply):

• Financial support (e.g., funding, donations)
• Teaching and educational resources (e.g., books, toys, curriculum guides)
• Staff training and professional development
• Health and safety resources (e.g., first aid kits, sanitation materials)
• Mentorship or coaching
• Parent engagement strategies
• Networking with other ECD centres
• Other (Please Specify): _______________

19. What specific goals would you like to achieve by participating in the SayPro program?

• [Text Area] (e.g., improve teaching practices, access new resources, enhance staff skills)

20. Are there any additional comments or needs you would like to share with SayPro?

• [Text Area]

Section 6: Consent and Agreement

21. Consent for Needs Assessment:

• I consent to the collection of this information to help SayPro better understand and support our centre’s needs.

22. Signature (if applicable):

• [Text Input] (For digital signature)

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Submission:

• [Submit Button]

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Purpose:

This Needs Assessment Template will help SayPro understand the specific challenges and areas of need that participating ECD centres face. The information collected will allow SayPro to design customized training programs, resource distribution plans, and ongoing support strategies to help these centres enhance their educational offerings. By identifying resource gaps, training needs, and operational challenges, SayPro can ensure its support aligns with the most pressing needs of each participating centre.