Little Tui

Our Philosophy

Our Philosophy

Nurturing Confident, Curious, & Capable Tamariki

at Little Tui, The best early childhood centre in Glenview, Hamilton

Here at Little Tui, we believe children learn best in an environment where they feel safe, valued, and nurtured. Our long-standing team of passionate kaiako are dedicated to creating a true sense of belonging for you and your child through heartfelt relationships and honest and authentic communication. The team are passionate about child-led learning, and we see our role as kaiako as guides who support the growth of social competency within our setting. We understand the importance of a child-led curriculum and we truly see all children as confident and competent learners right from the get-go. We see the whole child and aim to provide an environment that nurtures the holistic wellbeing of each individual.

A Place to Wonder, Ask and Discover

Understanding that all children are unique, we provide an environment where they are able to run with their ideas and plan for their days. We offer a space where the children feel they have a voice and are empowered to take the lead in their own learning. We value the process of risk taking and are dedicated to growing the learning dispositions, such as curiosity and persistence, that children need to take with them as they journey through life.
Our place is a place for adults and children to wonder their days away together; where children see adults as life-long learners, learning alongside them on their days spent together. It’s a place where questions are asked and working theories are put into action.

Whānaungatanga at the Heart of Everything

Understanding our tamariki do not come to us alone, whanaungatanga and heartfelt relationships sit at the very centre of everything we do. We understand what a big step this is for whaanau, and we want to say we see and hear you. We want to work in partnership with you as we walk the journey together.

Situated in the close-knit Glenview community, we see our centre as being at the heart of the community. We pride ourselves in taking the time to get to know each and every person who walks through our doors. We hope we get the chance to meet you and share the next chapter with you and your whaanau.