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Our Kaupapa
Our vision for City Kids is to create an environment and community that fosters relationships, enabling respectful and inclusive learning for young children and whānau of the 21st century.
We are committed to the principles of the New Zealand early childhood curriculum, Te Whāriki, He Whāriki Mātauranga mō ngā Mokopuna o Aotearoa – the strands of the woven mat for the children of New Zealand.
Be Kind, Be Safe
We place strong emphasis on our environment providing a high level of caring and kind interactions. Our "Be kind, Be safe" motto creates a strong foundation where our children experience an environment where relationships promote respect, empathy and trust.
Parent and Whānau Aspirations
Our vision and our philosophy leads our commitment to working in partnership with our families/whānau and to be responsive to their aspirations for their aspirations for their children's learning.
Heritage, Location, Community
City Kids has been operating since 1986 from a beautiful double storied double bay Villa in Thorndon, Wellington. It boasts a large natural outdoor area, which is often hard to find in the inner city.
City Kids is a not for profit early childhood centre and is owned and governed by the parents whose children attend, meaning that we are here for the families and children. Any profit goes straight back into City Kids to make improvements.
City Kids premises are owned and governed by current parents in conjunction with the teaching team.
Our Commitment
- Introducing new experiences, challenges and discoveries in addition to providing educational and creative programs that are based on individual and group interests and observations.
- Promoting honest and open communication with our families, respecting their rights and opinions.
- Encouraging family involvement and feedback into the development and delivery of our educational programs.
- Providing a learning environment where positive sense of self and confidence are instilled. Encouraging our children to work through challenges, view mistakes as part of learning, and take positive actions to solve problems.
- Creating experiences that reflect and embrace the cultures of Aotearoa.
- Providing a safe, fun, homelike and inclusive environment for our children to play, explore, and develop positive social interactions.
