Creative Garden Flat Bush Childcare

Education and Care in Otara, Auckland
"Among the greatest of all great services is the education of children"
Licensed for
80 children
Maximum under 2's
20 children
Centre information
clock7:30am - 5:30pm
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under2sBool iconUnder 2's

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A little about us

Welcome to Creative Garden Flat Bush, where we provide exceptional education and care for tamariki aged 3 months to 6 years. Conveniently located within a 10-minute drive of the newly opened Ormiston Town Centre, and just a short drive to both Manukau and Botany town centres, our centre is easily accessible for busy families.

At Creative Gardens Flat Bush, we take pride in being a multicultural centre that values and respects the diverse cultures of our staff, children, and whanau. Located on Dawson Road, our long-established teaching team has built strong connections with the surrounding community.

Creative Garden Flat Bush is thoughtfully divided into three rooms. Our under-2’s, known as the Little Tuis, have their own dedicated play space, allowing them to explore in a safe environment under the watchful eye of our dedicated teaching team. Our over-2’s, the Pukeko and Kea rooms, have large outdoor areas where children can learn, run, climb, and explore to their heart's content.

We warmly invite you to book a visit or send us an enquiry today. We would love to show you around and introduce you to our vibrant community. We look forward to welcoming you and your precious tamariki at Creative Garden Flat Bush.

OUR ROOMS

  • Tui Room: Infant to Two Years Old

The Tui Room is our sanctuary for infants and young toddlers. Here, we provide consistent and nurturing care, creating a comforting nest for our smallest tamariki.

  • Pukeko Room: 2 – 3.5 Years Old

The Pukeko Room is designed for our energetic toddlers. It represents their growing ability to face challenges and thrive in their educational journey.

  • Kea Room: 3.5 – 5 Years Old

The Kea Room is where our preschoolers flourish. This room fosters their intellectual growth, preparing them for the future with nurturing guidance.

OUR CURRICULUM

Our curriculum is based on New Zealand’s Early Childhood Curriculum – Te Whāriki. We see children as competent learners and communicators, secure in their sense of belonging and confident in their contributions to society.

Te Whāriki, meaning ‘woven mat’, integrates four curriculum principles with five strands. Together, these elements express our vision for children. Our teachers collaborate with children, parents, and whanau to weave these principles and strands into a local curriculum that promotes positive learning outcomes.

The Four Principles / Kaupapa Whakahaere of Te Whāriki are:

  • Family & Community | Whānau tangata – Family and community are integral to the curriculum.
  • Relationships | Ngā hononga – Children learn through responsive and reciprocal relationships.
  • Empowerment | Whakamana – The curriculum empowers children to learn and grow.
  • Holistic Development | Kotahitanga – The curriculum reflects the holistic nature of children’s learning and development.
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