Behind every home-based educator is a story—one shaped by experiences, relationships, and a deep commitment to nurturing young learners. For Sara, this journey is not just a career, but a heartfelt extension of family, connection, and growth.
Family Boost is a payment from IRD that is designed to support families by refunding part of their childcare costs. We would hate to think any eligible families are missing out on this rebate.
Raising well-rounded children isn’t about doing more or filling every moment with activities. It’s about doing the right things consistently — the everyday actions that nurture confidence, curiosity, resilience, and connection.
Rather than approaching the topic of screen use with guilt or judgement, current research encourages us to think more intentionally about how, when, and how much screen time young children experience.
A blog featuring some of our favourite fun and engaging playgrounds around the region. We are always encouraging whānau to get out and enjoy simple, memorable adventures with your children.
Preparing your baby to begin their journey into childcare can be an emotional and daunting journey, but it can also be an exciting one.. There are plenty of things that you can do to support your baby...
Early childhood education (ECE) is hugely valuable — not just for children’s learning, but also for helping families participate in the workforce. In New Zealand, the 20 Hours ECE scheme is an important part of that support.
Trampolines can be a fantastic way for tamariki to burn off energy, develop balance, and enjoy outdoor fun. Lots of families have them in their backyards, and with the right safety measures in place, they can be a great way to support active playtime.
In today’s world of flashing lights, gadgets, and plastic playthings, wooden toys might look simple—but don’t let their appearance fool you. These timeless classics offer powerful developmental benefits that support children’s learning, imagination, and wellbeing.
A lot can be said for a babies facial expressions, however getting playful, talking, signing, singing, and responding to your baby’s cues helps build a strong emotional bond and supports healthy development and communication skills.