Parent Whānau Group
A Parent Whānau Group (PWG) is a team of parents, whānau, caregivers, and community members who come together to actively contribute to their kindergarten — this is what we call whanaungatanga (building relationships and connection).
Members can include anyone with a current, future, or past connection to the kindergarten, as well as other interested members of the local community. As a charitable and not-for-profit organisation, we deeply value parent and whānau involvement — it’s an essential part of our kindergartens’ success.
Why have a PWG?
The PWG exists to strengthen the partnership between families, teachers, and the kindergarten community. Its purpose is to encourage and support the contributions of parents, whānau, and caregivers so that each kindergarten can best meet the needs of its local community.
The PWG aims to:
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Show manaakitanga by welcoming, supporting, and connecting new families and whānau
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Support teachers with fundraising ideas and initiatives that enhance the kindergarten’s learning programme
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Discuss and plan events, encouraging family involvement and participation
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Collaborate with teachers to review and provide input into kindergarten operational procedures
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Contribute to consultation and feedback sought by the kindergarten or the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA)
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Build connections between parents, whānau, and caregivers to create a strong, supportive network
Representation
AKA is made up of 108 kindergartens. Each kindergarten elects one Member of the Association, who attends General Meetings and votes on behalf of their kindergarten for AKA’s Board of Directors.
If a kindergarten has a Parent Whānau Group, the Chairperson of the PWG becomes that kindergarten’s official Member of the Association.
