Philosophy

Manaakitanga 

We honour and work in reciprocal partnership with mana affirming ways, for tamariki, whānau, colleagues and our community. Role-modelling and guiding respect and kindness as we relate, communicate, teach and learn.

Kaiako believe that through respectful trust-based relationships, tamariki feel secure to challenge their own learning. 

Kaiako practice a care-based curriculum, creating rituals for children through showing aroha, being prepared, patient and present. 

Kotahitanga 
Through appreciating and understanding the uniqueness of the individual, their identity and lived experiences, we connect and work in unity to promote meaningful learning opportunities for tamariki. 

Kaiako believe that understanding and accepting differing viewpoints, cultures, wats of being, and feelings, supports tamariki to learn collaboratively. 

Kaiako are intentional and respectful as they support children forming identity, culture and language. 

Akoranga

LVPN is a place of learning and teaching through play; where developing life-long learning strategies is valued. Tamariki are given time and space to explore, be curious, tinker, ponder and consider possibilities though the provision of rich open-ended learning and opportunities. 

Kaiako believe the environment should provoke, provide and promote rich learning opportunities for the child; an environment that is full of meaningful language teaching. 

Kaiako use inquiry and reflection to learn about, refine and enhance their teaching practice.