We believe in providing an environment that fosters a sense of belonging and a feeling of whanuangatanga (connection), where tamariki (children), whānau (family) and kaiako (teacher) are partners in learning.

We strive for authentic engagement with whānau , places and things within our environment and wider world. Our goal is to empower our tamariki to become global citizens - adaptive, creative, resilient and confident to know their contributions are valued.

We take a holistic view of our tamariki, nurturing and responding meaningfully to their interests, strengths and abilities, while building on their exisiting understandings, working theories and dispositions.

Tamariki are offered the opportunity to develop and feel aroha, compassion, trust, kindness and respect in a calm environment, tailored to their individual needs.

In order to achieve this Whare KŌhanga has a 3 week settling process. We feel that this time allows connections to be established between tamariki, kaiako and whānau. The building of these relationships strengthens trust and confidence within the Whare.

Our online learning platform; Educa is used by kaiako to share learning stories and photos with you of what your tamaiti (child) has been up to. Each tamaiti in the preschool is assigned a profile kaiako who will encourage and observe learning oppportunities. Stories and photos are shared online through links allowing whānau and friends locally and further afield to keep up to date with your tamaiti learning journey.