Tiddlywinks Preschool provides a nurturing and supportive environment for our littlest people. The caring nature of the teachers allows the children to grow and develop at their own pace as they explore the natural environment and resources available to them. We strive to build strong relationships between the Kaiako and the tamariki so that when whānau leave their children in our care they are assured that they are in a loving, caring and respectful environment where their emotional needs are met. We have a strong nature based philosophy where the children are able to experience the natural environment through textures, sounds and sight whether it be enjoying the feel of the grass in the outdoor area or feeding the birds in the trees. We understand that each child has their own special personality which is nurtured as they develop and grow.
“Children’s early oral language and literacy are promoted through teachers’ deliberate focus in these areas. Children’s interests are the starting point for individual and collective learning.”
~ Education review office, April 2025