Weka's Philosophy

The Kaiako and Management of Weka believe that Tamariki from birth to six years of age have developmental needs and capabilities that are rapidly changing and quite unlike those of any subsequent time of their life.

Celebrated as Individuals

Weka will support and guide tamariki growth, where they are respected and celebrated as individuals with their personal beliefs, ethnicity and cultural connections recognised as important.

Exploration of the World

Tamariki will experience a warm, safe, supportive and stimulating environment, which enables tamariki to develop self-esteem, confidence, independence, interest, thoughts and curiosities that lead their own exploration of the world.

 Passionate Kaiako make all the difference

Supported by responsive co-constructing Kaiako (teacher) who design provocational teaching and learning to influence, and provide guidance for tamariki’s learning and development to flourish.

Relationships - the key to learning

All tamariki and family/whanau will experience primary caregiving from a kaiako whom will build a close and trusting relationship, ensuring they always feel a sense of security in their lounge.

Real Life Experiences

Curriculum guiding our way
​The tamariki will be encouraged to explore, discover and research within an environment that offers a firm base of optimal growth in all areas of development, strongly immersed in the wonders of nature and the creations of the land papatuanuku.
​Weka designs our curriculum (Te Whariki) alongside educational philosophies that strongly support our philosophy and lounge practices. Reggio, RIE, Pikler, Nature Discovers, Montessori and Cultural Diversity are all strong driving theoretical components and inspirations that spark many avenues of wonderful teaching and learning for all.

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