Kindercare Woolston
Centre Details
Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5.30pm
- Welcome
- Why Choose Our Centre
- About Our Care
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Nau Mai,
Welcome to Kindercare Woolston, where we are committed to keeping children safe, loved, and learning. Family matters greatly to us and we value strong partnerships with our whānau, providing a supportive environment where they can seek help and parenting guidance. We believe in involving whānau as active participants in your child’s learning journey, and working together to develop their full potential.
We embrace the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and incorporate Te Ao Māori in our daily activities, promoting partnership, protection, and participation. Guided by Te Whāriki, our core values of Hauora, Manaakitanga, and Whanaungatanga, along with the Te Whare Tapa Whā model, we prioritise the holistic well-being of your child.
We focus on enhancing the mana of tamariki and whānau, recognising their strengths and cultural identities. My team and I are purposeful in providing a curriculum that embraces diverse perspectives and affirms the language, customs, values, and traditions represented in our community of learners. We empower children to develop social and emotional competencies, resilience, and self-control.
We invite you to visit us if you’re looking for childcare in your local area. Our team are excited to show you all the wonderful opportunities we offer at Kindercare Woolston and we look forward to welcoming you to experience the Kindercare difference!
Arohanui,
Lynnette Katene
Centre Director / Pou Kaitiaki -
Why Choose Our Centre
Values-driven culture
In addition to keeping each child safe, loved and learning, we deeply value manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and hauora.
Child-led learning & agency
We believe children learn best when they are included in decisions about what they want to learn.
Family services support
We are proud of our second-mile service, working with a range of external agencies for families who need additional support.
Strong community connections
Whānau choose us because of the warm, authentic and trusting connections between our team, whānau and the wider Woolston community.We aim to remove barriers for all children to learn and to be cared for.
Transport support
Our daily van service provides transport for whānau within a 5km radius, leaving the centre at 8am for pick-ups and 2:30pm for drop-offs. The driver is fully licensed and accompanied by a registered teacher at all times.
Generous annual leave
Our Annual Leave Policy eases the pressure on families during those times when your child is sick, or away from the centre on holiday.
Nourishing food provided
Lunch, morning and afternoon tea for healthy, growing minds and active bodies.
Flexible hours
Choose full or part-time enrolment to suit your needs.
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About Our Care
Childcare at our centre is designed to meet whānau aspirations and the needs of each child, with age-appropriate activities for infants, toddlers and preschoolers throughout their day.
Recognising that tamariki learn and grow holistically, we make connections between the key elements of holistic development: hinengaro (mind), tinana (body), whatumanawa (emotions), wairua (spirit), pāpori (social), and ahurea (cultural). Through a broad and rich curriculum, we enable children to grow across all dimensions, removing barriers and fostering acceptance, equity, and meaningful engagement.
Flowing seamlessly, our outdoor areas are designed for fun and to spark your child’s curiosity and learning, while our intentional and well-resourced indoor spaces offer a nurturing environment. We understand that families have different childcare needs, and we would love to discuss them with you. This enables us to provide a tailored approach to your child’s care, learning, and fees, to support their growth.
Since 2008, we have been a part of the community, and our centre is conveniently located for families in Woolston, Ferrymead, Hillsborough, and Opawa. We look forward to supporting you and your child on their journey with us through these incredible preschool years. So join us at Kindercare Woolston and watch your child thrive!
