Kindy is Ready for you!
Kidsfirst’s fully qualified, registered teachers are one of the reasons families are drawn to our kindergartens. These special people bring years, and sometimes even decades of experience to their work, and take pride in making a difference in the lives of tamariki, whānau and the communities our not-for-profit kindys serve. When you and your family join Kidsfirst, you become a part of our whānau.
Our teaching teams get to know families and children well so they can tailor learning programmes to suit. They’re also a great source of information on the early years – check out some of their ideas in our stories below.
What’s So Special About Kindergarten?
Kidsfirst is over 100 years old and was one of the first kindergarten associations in New Zealand. Over the years, many other forms of early childhood education have been established here with different philosophies and focuses, and some people don’t realise that ‘kindy’ is something altogether unique. “There are many things that set us apart,” […]
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The Power of Parent Play
Why joining your child’s play matters more than you think. How ten distraction-free minutes a day builds thinking skills, language and self-esteem, and grows the bond that carries into kindy and beyond. Explore more about the power of getting involved.
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Taming Toddler Tantrums
It’s something every parent dreads – feet begin to stomp, toys are thrown across the room and the yelling can be heard from blocks away. Figuring out the best way to respond to a tantrum can be one of the greatest challenges of life with an under five, but it is not always easy to […]
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Preparing Creative Thinkers for Life
Creativity is not just about drawing and the arts. It is about decoding messages, thinking flexibly, and finding new ways through old problems, exactly the kind of thinking today’s kindy kids will need for the workplaces of tomorrow. Here is how the kindergarten years lay those foundations.
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Calming First Day Nerves
Starting kindergarten is a huge step in your child’s life. It’s often the first time they’re setting off on their own, and the beginning of many years of formal education to come. Giving tamariki the best introduction to learning outside the home can bring positive benefits that they will take with them into a lifetime of […]
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