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Mini Thinkers is an early learning centre located in Dunedin, for children aged three months to five years. Our mission is to inspire a generation of mini thinkers who are excited and motivated by their own ideas and achievements… and we achieve this every single day.
Our approach is BALANCED, PROGRESSIVE, NURTURING and based on the premise of providing inspiring experiences.
Our unique concept challenges industry standards and develops ways to not only provide learning opportunities beyond what parents have come to expect but to ensure all children thrive. Our innovative indoor and outdoor environments, nutritious whole foods menu, nurturing setting, qualified educators, balanced learning methods and regular personalised communication ensure positive outcomes for all children.
Balanced Approach
Our balanced approach to early learning includes three methods: intentional teaching; child-initiated play-based experiences; and guided discovery within prepared learning areas (skills-based).
This balanced approach ensures children of all ages benefit from a variety of ‘teaching and learning styles’ while supporting their enthusiasm for knowledge and desire for independence.
At Mini Thinkers we apply a progressive, attentive and mindful approach towards planning, teaching and assessment. Each day is structured around a variety of inspiring experiences where every child can delight in thinking and creating.
Flexible Environment
All of our learning areas have been arranged to inspire inquisitiveness and exploration. These spaces allow for a variety of experiences while being flexible and sensitive to each child’s individual needs and desire for independence.
We have also designed our environment to reflect our mission and to support children to engage in the delight of thinking and creating.
Children over the age of two rotate around a number of spaces each day, while older children participate in our transition to school programme. This programme is primarily focussed on preparing and empowering them to meet the exciting challenges of formal education
