Childcare options in Te Atatu South

Our Philosophy

At Te Atatu South Childcare Centre, we believe that, through everyday experiences, the tamariki will develop social competencies which will support them in future learning success. We value that the early years/childhood is a crucial period for this to evolve. Partnerships between the centre and whanau will help each child achieve a sense of belonging within the centre. We value that time spent through open communication and interaction will build positive, reciprocal relationships and friendships between tamariki, kaiako, parents and whanau and the wider community. We provide a rich learning environment where kaiako work and learn together to support each child’s holistic development. As tamariki play and interact with their peers and kaiako they will be provided with a wide range of options and experiences to explore throughout their day.. Tamariki will have time to speak and to be listened to. The tamariki will be empowered to be competent, capable learners. We believe our environment is inclusive of all people, and is emotionally and physically safe. We believe that when tamariki are treated with honesty, respect and dignity, they will become trusting and responsible individuals. We will provide a stable nurturing environment that allows the tamariki to develop their over all well-being. We believe that continuity of care is essential to the children’s development. These are the elements of our philosophy which we believe have made us a reliable member of the community and provider of childcare in West Auckland.

We are a privately owned childcare center in Te Atatu South with a sister centre, Pitter Patter at Dominion Road, Auckland Central. It is owned by people who are passionate about Early childhood Education. Just a stone’s throw from the motorway, our centre is a modern, purpose built centre delivering top quality care and education for under 5s. Our dedicated and professional team are focussed on nurturing and educating and have a genuine love of working with children. Your child will thrive in our happy, relaxed environment which offers a rich learning programme, and plentiful opportunities for exploration and adventure. 

Our Philosophy

Here at Pitter Patter, we are committed to providing high quality care and education to our tamariki. 

We believe each child is on a unique journey of learning. We view and respect each child as confident, competent and capable learners. Our children feel a sense of belonging and value, knowing that their voice is always welcomed and heard.

The cultural identity of every child and adult who walk in the centre is upheld and celebrated. We are committed to building, growing and maintaining strong relationships with children, families and local identities hence working as one community of learners.

Our facilitators of learning are passionate, caring and nurturing teachers. Each teacher aspires for our children to build resilience, self-awareness (Mana) and empathy. We view ourselves as researchers working alongside children to gain a sense of continuity, while keeping whanaungatanga (relationship and respect) as a core of our curriculum.

Our Te Atatu centre is perfectly situated in Te Atatu South, near Countdown with an under twos and a preschool building well set out to cater to your child's needs.

Mission & Vision

We believe that Childcares are a vital part of the community. That is why we strive tirelessly to provide excellent care and top quality education, so that your little one can have a positive experience of learning from an early age. We believe that learning is life-long, so we endeavour to instill a hunger for knowledge and curiosity for discovery.

We know that if your child is happy, you are happy! That's why we are child centred in all we do.

Unity In Our Diversity

We are proud to be uniquely multicultural, both in our staffing and the children who enjoy being in our centres. We believe that together we are better and we find that children benefit from early interaction with people who are different from themselves.​

By giving your child early education with Kimberley, you are setting them up for the best possible start in life! In fact, schools love us because our children graduate with a hunger for learning that sets them up for a lifetime of success.

The teachers at Flanshaw are committed to providing experiences that is are stimulating and challenging for children's development and stem from their current interests. We believe that children learn and develop best in an environment where the teacher has a respectful image of children as being competent and capable young people. We have a close relationship with Flanshaw Road School which supports our children and their families as they transition to school. 

Our philosophy

Our philosophy of teaching and learning is underpinned by Te Whariki, the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum.

Our programme is driven by childrens interests. We create a co-operative, collaborative approach to learning where: learners actively participate teachers become learners and children sometimes teach respect is given to every member invetigations and questions capture childrens interests and challenge them diversity is celebrated and contributions are valued.

The environment provides children with meaningful experiences to inquire and explore their thoughts and theories. 

Play is emphasised as an important part of their learning. Play provides: opportunities to develop social competence through interactions with others stratagies to resolve conflict peacefully stratagies to negiotiate and problem solve opportunities to grow self confidence

A child only experiences their important early years once. At Edmonton Community Kindergarten, we ensure that our kindergarten provides a fun, safe and educational setting for your child. Our professional staff in West Auckland are experts in child development and dedicated to giving each child in our care the best start in life. Call us today for more details.

Our Vision

Our aim at Edmonton community kindergarten is to provide a high quality affordable early childhood education experience, in partnership with parents, whanau and community. Recognising children are at the heart of all we do.

Our Philosophy

We at Edmonton Community Kindergarten believe children learn best in a safe and stimulating environment under the guidelines of Te Whāriki. At Edmonton Kindergarten we will develop an awareness of our Bi-cultural heritage and respect the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Each child is viewed as an individual, irrespective of gender, culture or special needs, and will be given equitable opportunities to learn and develop at his/her own pace and level.

Staff acknowledges and value both planned and emergent learning experiences and takes every opportunity to broaden the child’s knowledge through these experiences. We acknowledge the role of parents/whanau as first teachers. Positive steps are taken to respect and acknowledge the aspirations held by parents and whᾱnau for their child.

To ensure that all children develop a lifelong love of learning and to provide a firm foundation for their journey through life, they will be given the encouragement and opportunities to:

• Become independent and individual thinkers.
• Work within acceptable limits and boundaries.
• Develop problem- solving skills and social competence as well as the concept of Manaakitanga.
• Develop the development of pro-social skills.
• Develop effective communications skills.
• Make and sustain friendships/Tuakana Teina.
• Feel confident about who they are and what they can do.
• Develop their own Wairua (spirit) and support others Wairua (spirit).
• Develop confidence to make their own choices.
• Learn about their place in the community.
• Develop an awareness of kaitiakitanga and future sustainability of our environment.
• Developing an awareness of keeping ourselves healthy.