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Our philosophy
At Lollipops Grey Lynn, we value and respect each child as a unique person, a competent and capable learner who is deserving of the best possible opportunities, care and education. We respect our partners in Te Tiriti O Waitangi and the heritage of our country and its people, along with all cultures that make up our society.
Magda Gerber‘s Educaring® Approach (R.I.E - Respectful Practice ) and Reggio Emilia philosophies influence our educational programme, environments and centre culture. Children experience a nurturing, stimulating and enriching programme that fosters a sense of wonder and curiosity.
We believe that the positive relationships children experience in their day to day lives are fundamental to a holistic education. We are passionate about the role family plays in the growth and development of their children. We strongly value parents as partners and actively encourage family and extended whānau involvement inside and outside of centre life as part of our community of learners.
Lollipops Grey Lynn is a place where learning is a never ending journey – even for teachers! We see ourselves as reflective practitioners with a commitment to professional learning. By modelling this we inspire children to be independent learners and to enjoy learning and discovery as a lifelong experience.
Essentially, we strive to provide a safe and joyful place where children, families and teachers experience the connectedness of warm, caring relationships, where all parties are supported to excel in their development and have fun learning and growing together!
Our rooms
Lollipops Grey Lynn has three separate buildings which cater for each age and stage, enabling us to deliver safe, nurturing and age appropriate learning experiences for all our children. We also have a special outside area which we call our sports field. This is where we conduct lots of our outdoor physical activities and hold special events.
Nursery
Our birth to 2 year olds enjoy all the benefits of primary caregiving in our R.I.E. inspired Nursery, which includes its own separate outdoor play space. The environment is respectful, calm and nurturing, and provides a welcoming space where children set their own pace. Teachers build long lasting reciprocal relationships with children and families, working in close partnership to ensure each child’s home routine is continued at the centre.
Cottage
Our Cottage caters for our 2 to 3 year olds and is set up just like a home away from home. Programmes are based on each individual child and are delivered at a relaxed pace that develops children’s individual strengths and nurtures their needs.
Preschool
Set up to cater for our 3 to 5 year olds, our well-equipped Preschool includes an amazing art studio space where children immerse themselves in messy play, creative endeavours and project work. We also run an excellent transition to school programme for the older children, delivered by a qualified teacher with a primary school background. This builds the skills kids need to truly thrive at primary school.
Why choose us?
There are a host of reasons why so many families choose Lollipops Grey Lynn. Here are just a few of them:
- Onsite cook prepares three healthy meals a day
- Three separate buildings cater for each different age group
- Large outdoor play space with separate spaces for each age group, and a sports field
- Highly regarded transition to school programme
- Jitterbugs dance classes
- Playball
- Regular excursions into the community
- Celebrate special events and festivals
- Christmas concert for families
- Community involvement including fundraising for local charities
- Yoga
- Spanish classes
- Mud kitchen
Our team of dedicated teachers provide the highest quality care and education, delivering rich and inspiring learning experiences and environments that bring out the best in every child. Unlock your child’s unique potential.