New owners for The Children’s Garden Preschool and Childcare in Welcome Bay
Homely and sized accordingly, while connected to the local communities of Selwyn Ridge and Welcome Bay primary schools, the Children’s Garden Preschool and Childcare centre is intended to be an extension of the child’s home and whanau. Sharron and Shaz are the delighted new owners of The Children’s Garden Preschool and Childcare in Welcome Bay.
“We’re coming fresh from current practices in both early childhood, primary and tertiary teacher training and are really passionate and committed to making a good children’s centre even better”, says Shaz.
“Enhancing children’s natural curiosity happens through a fun and a stimulating approach that is both planned and spontaneous. We know that when children have a strong sense of belonging it helps build their confidence for future learning”, says Sharron.
More time and play outdoors
One of the many points of difference this child centre offers is Johnson Reserve which is right on the back doorstep and the children love to explore this rich, natural environment through the ‘bush kindy’ programme. Recent research has shown there is a ‘Nature Deficit Disorder’ now apparent in children.[1]
“Our commitment to connecting children with the natural environment is an important part of who we are”, say Sharron and Shaz.
The centre also runs optimal ratios of qualified teachers to children, above Ministry requirements, ensuring children have individualised learning and care.
The new owners along with Centre Manager, Judy and the wonderful teaching team know that your child’s learning and development really matters, and are committed to partnering with families on this fun journey. Pop in and take a look around anytime!
By Sharron MacRury and Sharon (Shaz) Neureuter
We write for this magazine because everyone in the community reads it.
[1] Nature deficit disorder is a phrase coined by Richard Louv in his 2005 book ‘Last Child in the Woods’ meaning that human beings, especially children, are spending less time outdoors resulting in a wide range of behavioural problems.
