Sylvia Park Kindergarten

Kia ora and welcome to Sylvia Park Kindergarten

Sylvia Park Kindergarten is a warm, welcoming and magical place that encourages children to explore, indulge their imagination and to have fun.

Learning with us – We are passionate about inspiring children (tamariki) through play based learning. Our learning environment is vast. Tamariki enjoy a variety of resources to support their learning such as family play, arts and crafts, music, outdoor play, manipulative and imaginative play spaces. Experiencing these activities supports tamariki to grow and learn alongside others. Tamariki learn to communicate, be friends and make friends, to think, question and reason. Play is instinctive and therapeutic, and a fundamental part of learning.

Our wonderful outdoors – Tamariki experience hands-on learning in nature, our beautiful trees and green environment offer so many wonderful outdoor adventures. Being outside supports creativity and problem solving in our children, enhancing cognitive abilities and gives relevance to their learning as they explore real life opportunities.

Proud of who we are – Our kindergarten celebrates the many cultures of our tamariki and their family in a space that welcomes whānau (family) involvement and community connections. Children feel acknowledged and empowered and encouraged to explore within a safe and natural environment.

Tailored support – Our qualified teaching team work alongside parents and whānau developing loving and caring relationships that enable us to learn alongside each child individually. Together we support tamariki to build connections in their learning and extend their skills and knowledge by doing the things they love.

We’re open 8.30am to 2.30pm during school terms and offer 20hrs free every week for children aged 2 to 5 years – that’s 3 out of 5 days free! Contact us – we’d love to show you around.

WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING

Sylvia Park Kindergarten has supported our daughter to grow into a beautiful, confident and super friendly little girl. We are forever grateful, thank you she will miss you all.

Ruani family, October 2020
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING

Ethan has come a long way with his confidence here at Kindy he loves it and will miss everyone. He made so many friends and his family are most grateful for all the love and support he has received from the staff and teachers. Thank you to you all.

Ethan’s Nanna Hazel
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING

A big THANK YOU to all of you here at Sylvia Park Kindy. You are amazing. Thank you for making my “Sam Sam” very happy and excited everyday for almost 2 years being a Kindy Kid. We are very grateful for all the efforts you do to make everyday a fun filled experience for our little ones.

Love from Balbona Family
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING

Wow what a ride….Briyanna has learnt so many skills, which will set her up for life. During her kindy days she has made so many great friends and told us lots of stories of day to day kindy life, we are going to miss these dearly. Briyanna has gone from a quiet reserved girl to a strong willed, very independent, confident, sassy girl all thanks to you. These last few months she has loved her time as the “AKO Teacher”, perhaps she may even come back in the future years as a teacher herself.

Briyanna and family, October 2020

FROM OUR ERO REPORT

The diverse cultures of the families attending are evident, respected and promoted in the environment and in teachers’ practice. Teachers use a range of teaching strategies sensitive to the languages, cultures and identities of all children.

Sylvia Park Kindergarten 2016 ERO Report
FROM OUR ERO REPORT

Children learn to be compassionate, caring for people, centre animals and the environment. Teachers have a strong belief that children are capable learners.

Sylvia Park Kindergarten 2016 ERO Report