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Our Curriculum



The curriculum is based on Te Whāriki, New Zealand's Early Childhood Curriculum.

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We take a "holistic" approach to each child’s development, where we focus on social, intellectual, physical, cultural, spiritual and emotional learning. Children's emotional and learning needs are well supported by experienced and caring teachers.

There is a particular focus on children's literacy development.


Teachers include a Māori perspective in the curriculum and include the use of te reo Māori in the daily programme. Children have opportunities to lead karakia, waiata and participate in kapa haka.

By weaving the Te Whāriki strands and principles together, children experience learning through playing in well-equipped, spacious indoor and outdoor environments. 

Exploring and learning - Papakura Early Learning Centre

Children have opportunities for a wide variety of play, social interaction and imaginative, creative play. 

Mixed-age play opportunities are encouraged, valued, and support tuakana/teina relationships where the children learn together.

   

Our Culture

We are a multicultural centre which celebrates all cultures.

At our Centre, each child is welcomed for who they are. Our staff are skilful at settling and working alongside children, following their play ideas. Whānau experience respectful relationships with kind and caring teachers who value their children. 

Getting creative



Our team of registered teachers reflect the cultural diversity of our families and community.

   

Published: 23rd March, 2021

Updated: 3rd July, 2023

Author: Simone Graham

Location: 14 Maurice Street, Papakura, Auckland, 2110

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