Our Programme
Our programme is based on the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum Te Whāriki.

Our Programme
Our programme is based on the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum Te Whāriki.

Our programme is based on the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum Te Whāriki, which empowers tamariki to be the initiators of their own learning.
As teachers we notice, recognise, and respond to the individual interests of each child and provide experiences that extend their learning and development. Each year, each teacher is responsible for a small group of tamariki of a similar age and stage to ensure we listen closely and respond wisely.
Our team is inspired by the highly regarded Reggio Emilia philosophical approach which empowers tamariki to create their own learning environment thereby challenging and maximising their curiosity and creativity.
We welcome whānau involvement.
At Eden Cottage we offer a range of cultural events throughout the year which we encourage the whānau of our tamariki to come together and participate in. We share stories, songs, activities, food and build upon the relationship with each other.
We offer whānau courses and training in parenting and other topics and hold a once a term Whānau Forum to seek input into decision-making.
We welcome any input and feedback from you and your child on their Individual Learning Plan.
We use Storypark, an online portfolio to which you receive a login and password. This will enable us to communicate your child’s learning with you. We also welcome your photos, record of your child’s art, and other examples of their learning.