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Welcome to Āwhina Childcare…a special place, where we care for your child and nurture your family
The Āwhina philosophy
Āwhina is a loving home away from home.
We approach our role at Awhina as nurturers, where the child experiences love and empathetic care, vital for their healthy emotional and physical development.
The daily Āwhina homemaking rituals & rhythms are pivotal around the children in our care. Our holistic approach is woven through every part of Āwhina.
Our environment
The children learn and play inside with arts, crafts and resources all made from beautifully crafted natural materials. Outside the children get to explore and play in our biodynamic garden and grounds, including our family of chickens! The nutritious vegetarian meals are carefully planned & prepared from organic produce, some harvested from our seasonal herb and vegetable garden. Our environmentally conscious principals extend to composting and chemical free cleaning.
Rhythms
Āhwina has a beautiful natural daily rhythm, from play, meal times, and sleep to home time. The co-workers support & guide the children through these daily rhythms with grace & ease. The children are able to dream their way from this to that. The children come to experience & know Awhina’s healthy rhythms which bestows a sense of comfort and security in knowing what is to happen next. Each child is therefore nourished, well-rested, happy and able to make a transition back into their home environment.
