ANZAC Day at Our Early Childhood Centres
At our Botany and Pukekohe early childhood centres, tamariki explored ANZAC Day through storytelling and creative play, supporting empathy, learning, and connection.
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Darlings of Daffodil Day
Every year Treetops Learning Centre has its annual fundraising day for Daffodil Day in support of the Cancer Society, as each year, many Kiwis are affected by Cancer.
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Discovering the real ‘me’ At Treetops Daycare Centres
This week at Treetops Daycare, children explored identity through self-portraits and collaborative play. Engaging activities used tools like mirrors and dress-ups to enhance creativity and teamwork. They ended with a buffet-style morning tea, promoting independence and celebrating their accomplishments. Excitement grows for next week’s adventures and learning experiences.
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Building trusting relationships at our Treetops preschool centres
Treetops Preschools emphasises the importance of building trusting relationships as new teachers and children join the community. Adapting to changes fosters growth and requires patience. Through cooperation and conflict, children develop essential skills like empathy and resilience. The supportive environment encourages tamariki to explore and express themselves, ensuring holistic development.
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A splash of paint
Painting in Early Childhood Centres (ECC) fosters creative expression and social development among tamariki, teaching them essential life skills like sharing and collaboration. It promotes emotional intelligence and self-awareness through self-expression. Aligned with the Te Whāriki framework, painting activities support play-based learning, enhancing cognitive skills, problem-solving, and communication in a rich, engaging environment.
