Childcare options in Poike

Creating Lifelong Learners

Tamariki natural curiosity is the foundation for exploration and growth. They explore to make sense of the world, develop and have fun. Tamariki start their lives by exploring the world around them. They learn through everything they see, touch, hear, smell, taste and do.

Through play, nga tamariki engage in active learning and exploration. They learn more about their interests and about the world. Most importantly, they learn how to adapt to a changing world. Play helps us remain creative and provokes our imagination.

Our People

Our team at Kids at Home is a dedicated team of individuals who have been chosen for their commitment to provide quality, educational in-home childcare. Kids at Home’s management team also consists of experienced Early childhood professionals and others who have worked within other roles in ECE for many years. We are proud of our positive workplace culture which can be felt as soon as you walk through our office doors!

Playgroups

Playgroup provides your child with a rich learning setting that encourages your child to build a foundation for future learning. Our groups provide your child with the opportunity to mix and make lifelong friends with other tamariki

Music Groups

Music groups provide your child the opportunity to participate in singing, dancing and experiment with musical instruments.

Music is an important part of any child care program. Listening to music, singing, playing musical instruments, and moving to music are all activities that support tamariki development.

Outings and Excursions

Visiting Teachers plan trips to events or places of interest in the community such as fire stations, the zoo, museum, parks etc. (Whanau and friends are welcome to attend).

High Standard of Care

Our Teachers and Educators pride themselves on the quality of care and education each child receives.

We do not limit ourselves to one teaching method or philosophy because we understand that your child is unique. We believe that each child has their own learning style and personality.

Kids at Home’s Visiting Teachers are fully qualified and certificated ECE Teachers with a current practicing certificate from the Teaching Council; our handpicked Teachers have many years of experience and expertise between them.

Kids at Home’s Visiting Teachers support Educators with regular visits and planning for education and development of tamariki.

Childcare Services

While you’re studying or working, you want to be sure your children are in safe, capable hands.

We have an excellent early childhood education (ECE) centre on site at our Windermere Campus in Tauranga. The centre is open to children from throughout the community as well as those of Toi Ohomai students and staff.

Childcare Centre, Windermere Campus

The Childcare Centre at Windermere Campus in Tauranga is located on a quiet cul de sac along the northern boundary of campus, making drop-off and pick-up easy for you to navigate on busy days.

Children aged 6 months to 6 years are eligible for enrolment, and they enjoy separate, age-appropriate areas to accommodate their individual learning and development needs.

All of our kaiako (teachers) are qualified in early childhood education. They are passionate about providing the learning opportunities and support that will challenge and extend your child’s interests and strengths.

Come in for a look. You’ll be impressed with the helpful, caring staff and the vibrant, fun rooms and playgrounds built to enrich the learning experiences of your tamariki.