At Little Magpies Childcare Centre we value learning!
Exploring nature, unlocking creativity, developing numeracy and literacy skills, investigating science, and having loads of fun while doing it are only some of the many things that children attending our Centre learn.
Primary Caregiving for Under 3 year olds is important to us to ensure the emotional well-being of each child. Our teachers respect and support children’s individual interests, encouraging children to be confident and competent life-long learners.
We have three separate learning environments designed to support individual children’s learning, with a Head Teacher in each area and a small team of dedicated, qualified teachers.
We encourage families to share with the teachers in their child’s area their aspirations, cultural identity, values and beliefs.
A baby’s first 1000 days of life are the most important – Nathan Wallis explains why…
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We feel these are important for your child to experience while at Little Magpies (click here)
Our Philosophy (click here)
Some excerpts from our latest ERO report which we would like to share with you…
“The service philosophy and vision are highly evident in practice.”
“Strong collaborative relationships between teachers, children, parents, and whānau promote a sense of belonging.”
“Infants and toddlers are well supported in a calm and nurturing environment. A wide range of sensory experiences promotes children’s curiosity and exploration.”
“Individual learning plans support consistent and deliberate teaching strategies to progress children’s learning.”
“Strategic and annual planning provide clear expectations and guidelines for quality teaching practice and curriculum delivery.”
“Kaiako are well supported to take on leadership roles and implement a range of initiatives to improve outcomes for children.”
“Children benefit from a well-considered environment that responds to their diverse interests and needs.”
“In partnership with whānau Māori, teachers actively seek out the learning aspirations they have for their tamariki.”
We are very lucky to have such an awesome team of kaiako to learn alongside our tamariki.
Monday to Friday 7.30 am – 5.30 pm
Closed – Public Holidays
Closed – days in between Christmas and New Year
We have procedures and processes in place which guide us in the delivery of professional, consistent, safe and appropriate practice. If you would like a copy of our procedures emailed to you please contact admin@littlemagpies.co.nz. We have included some important ones for you to view.
Emergency & Evacuation Procedure
Food Supervision – Ministry of Health Guidlines
JJ Higgins – Centre Manager
Email: jj@littlemagpies.co.nz
Phone: 06 843 1031
Amanda Bolesworth – Head Teacher of our Babies area (Geckos)
Hanna Smaling – Head Teacher of our Toddlers area (Kiwis)
Melissa Hall – Head Teacher of our Preschoolers area (Magpies)
Phone: 06 843 1031
Lynley Kite – Administration Manager
Email: admin@littlemagpies.co.nz
Phone: 06 843 1031
Shane Rooney – Director
Email: srooney@xtra.co.nz
Phone: 06 843 1031
Our Office hours are 8.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday
We offer affordable rates with flexible hours to suit you. Simply fill in the form below to enquire.
Situated in Onekawa, Napier offering full time and part time childcare. At Little Magpies Childcare Centre we value learning! Exploring nature, unlocking creativity, developing numeracy and literacy skills, investig...
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MOREWe look forward to hearing from you please fill in the form or contact us here. Email: admin@littlemagpies.co.nz Centre & Home Based Address: 24 Leyland Street, Onekawa, Napier Centre Phone: 06-843 1031 | ...
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