The HIPPY Book of Evidence 2024 is now available! Brought together to showcase the research from New Zealand and international sources that highlight the effectiveness of our HIPPY programme - in improving educational outcomes of children born into low socioeconomic backgrounds and empowering both parent and child generations with critical skills and confidence. Read more
“As the HIPPY Coordinator, I had the pleasure of enrolling Amalia and her father, Vishaan, into the HIPPY programme a few months ago. What struck me immediately was the already close relationship between Amalia and Vishaan. They shared a bond filled with fun and engaging... Read more
Gayan says HIPPY has helped him become better at parenting and seeing each child as an individual. “I found a way to be more patient, reading about HIPPY and understanding a little about the way my kids learn gives me great joy as I see them achieve milestones.” Read more
"Being able to deliver the programme at home makes it convenient and easy to kick off where we left off and go at our own pace."- Rhys, a HIPPY dad Read more
Through HIPPY, Flynn was introduced to a variety of social and learning activities and built confidence and social skills. Recently, Flynn started going to a local Playcentre. We look forward to seeing how HIPPY supports Flynn’s journey throughout the year! Read more
"HIPPY lets me discover all sorts of things that I can use to play with Mina without spending a lot of money on toys." - Sudy, a HIPPY parent Read more
Storybooks are an important element of HIPPY. In the last few months, HIPPY NZ team has developed and published four new storybooks for two-year-olds as part of the Ministry of Education contract to deliver the “Whanau In-Home Learning programme”. Read more
Nupur’s story from HIPPY Parent to Administrator is a positive example of how two generations benefit from HIPPY. Not only did HIPPY provide support to her son Hridhaan, but it also helped Nupur with good transition skills back into employment, from a HIPPY parent to the Administrator at the Takanini Family Service Centre. Read more
“I can see the reflection of HIPPY on my son’s day-to-day life as he continues to get awards from school for positive behaviour in learning. Bilaal has always been a shining star!” Read more
Sravani said that participating in HIPPY taught her many skills about educating Harshitha, preparing her for school, and supporting her learning and development... Read more
"I know Olivia will change the world, and you'll be proud that HIPPY helped to pave the way when that happens."- Krystal, a HIPPY parent. Read more
Evaluating the impact of our programmes is an integral part of Great Potentials Foundation. We have been working with Impact Lab for the past few months so we can gain a deeper understanding of the social value and measurable good HIPPY brings to New Zealand society. Read more