Childcare options in Hairini

Te Kōhanga Reo

The kōhanga reo movement is a unique initiative based on total immersion in Māori language and values with the aim of passing on Māori culture to future generations.

Kōhanga reo emphasise the revitalisation of the culture through te reo Māori and are dependent on the active participation of the whole whānau. The kaupapa of kōhanga reo aims to strengthen whānau capabilities in cultural, social, economic, spiritual and political matters. Education, health and wellbeing are inherent within all aspects of the kaupapa. The prime focus is the whānau – its collective development, growth, accountability and wellbeing set within a Māori cultural context.

Kōhanga reo do not regard tamariki in isolation, but as important members of the whānau. The kōhanga reo philosophy is that tamariki will benefit when whānau successfully operate according to the kaupapa. Tamariki are an integral part of whānau development.

The following key goals are the foundation of te kōhanga reo kaupapa established in 1982:

• total immersion in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga in daily operations
• whānau decision-making, management and responsibility
• accountability
• health and wellbeing of mokopuna and whānau.

The key goals of te kōhanga reo assure that there will be:

• security in te reo Māori
• a supportive, caring environment for mokopuna
• whānau (collective) sharing of responsibilities, knowledge and expertise
• greater respect and appreciation of each other.

​Changepoint ELC cultivates an environment ​where each child will be valued, loved and cared for.

We are committed to providing Christ-centred holistic care for tamariki, while honouring whānau and the wider community.​

​There's so much to explore!

We are situated on a large property that we actively explore, ​building in children resilience, problem solving and kaitiakitanga.

At ELC, we hope that when you walk through our doors you feel a sense of being at home. For some families this may be your first experience in having your child spend some time away from you; or for others this may be an established family routine. Our lovely team of teachers are committed to making this process an enjoyable and peaceful experience for both you and your children. 

MISSION STATEMENT

​Changepoint Early Learning Centre is committed to providing Christ-centered holistic education and care for tamariki, while honouring whānau and the wider community.

PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT

• Aroha – We will show love and respect for tamariki and whānau, while embracing each child’s unique God-given gifts.
• ​Whanaungatanga – We will nurture a love for God, for people, and for the whenua, while celebrating each family’s unique cultural and ethnic identity.
• Manaakitanga – We will teach our tamariki how to value, care for, and encourage others.
• Kaitiakitanga – We will teach our tamariki how to honour, protect, and preserve God’s creation.
• Tūrangawaewae – We will honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi which gives us all a sense of belonging and a place to stand.​