Our Philosophy
Whanau
“Kaiako work in partnership with whãnau to create a supportive caring learning environment.”
Fun & Enjoyment
“Tamariki will be nurtured in a safe, healthy and fun loving environment where they play, laugh and grow.”
Inclusive & Unique
“The uniqueness of tamariki is acknowledged and supported inclusively. Tamariki are empowered as directors of their own learning laying their own pathway as they grow into competent confident learners.”
Sustainable Practices
“Tamariki are born with an affinity for nature so by cultivating these values they will learn sustainable patterns for living.”
Nature
“Our wide open outdoor spaces allow our tamariki to grow and thrive in a natural environment activating their curious little minds.”
Community
“Collaboration and growth within the community is valued and acknowledged.”
Play Based Learning
“Tamariki are supported in a play based learning environment to promote their natural curiosity and desire to engage in areas of interest as they make sense of their world.”
AKO: Teaching/Learning
“The principle of AKO is embraced as Kaiako and tamariki build reciprocal relationships teaching and learning together as they learn new knowledge and understandings..”
Our Philosophy
Roots beneath the surface lead to new beginnings as we grow and develop sustainable practices and learning.