Ruahine Kindergartens - Day in the Life

Day in the Life

Ruahine Kindergartens’ programmes focus on innovative learning through play guided by Te Whāriki and the association’s strategic plan. Session structures differ between kindergartens, but all offer a combination of child-directed learning, teacher-facilitated learning and group time, with an emphasis on fun.

Our kindergartens provide regular opportunities for children and their families to participate in excursions, strengthening ties with the wider community and extending children’s learning. We also welcome visitors into our centres to share their knowledge.

These images offer an insight into the types of activities taking place at Ruahine Kindergartens. Click on an image to view it larger in a new window or click the icons beneath any image to find out more information about connections with Te Whāriki, New Zealand’s early childhood curriculum.

Children learn to care for themselves and the world around them. Many of our kindergartens cultivate their own fruit and vegetable gardens.

Children are encouraged to share their knowledge with teachers, parents and peers.

Through play, children gain confidence in and control of their bodies, explore their natural environment and make new friends.

Literacy and numeracy are woven throughout kindergarten life.

Imaginative role play helps children develop vital communication and social skills.

Ruahine Kindergartens employs 100% qualified teachers, with a ratio of one teacher to every 10 children.

Kindergarten activities are driven by children's interests.

Children enjoy opportunities to discover and explore individually or in groups.

Children, parents, teachers and teacher aides gather on the mat to share stories, songs and laughter.

Qualified teachers build strong relationships with children through interaction and engagement.