~Whanaungatanga ~ Relationships ~ Kinship ~ Sense of family connection ~
We believe at hillpark Preschool that establishing relationships with parents, whānau and children will help support a sense of belonging and well-being. We strive to achieve this through:
Respectful and positive, reciprocal interaction
Engaging environment that is safe, loving and creative
Learning through fun and meaningful play
Aspirations and goals of Whānau are valued
Teachers acknowledging the principals of Te tiriti o Waitangi
Inclusive environment with an open-door policy
On-going growth and PD will be undertaken by staff
Nurturing children and teachers well-being
Supporting transition to school
Holistic approach to children’s individual learning journey
Identifying children’s strengths, interests and dispositions
Professional teaching practices that embrace our philosophy
Sharing and embracing all cultures
