Exploring and doing with hands on learning is the best way to explore science.

The Olympics is a wonderful event to help tamariki learn so many valuable things and learning about what is happening in the world is beneficial for them.

My name is Kate Hawke. I completed my Bachelor of Education ECE in 2021. I enjoy dancing, keeping fit by going to the gym, and spending time with my family and friends. I am an animal lover and I like spending time with my kitten Milton. My philosophy is I see each child as a […]

Learning about our solar system inspires tamariki, ignites their imagination and encourages a long term fascination about our natural and physical world.

Kaitiakitanga means guardianship and protection. It is a way of managing the environment, based on the Māori world view.

Looking at the life cycles of our amphibious and fluttery friends.

Kia Ora, my name is Annie and I am the Head Teacher at Pōhutukawa Kindergarten Ellerslie. I completed my Bachelor of Education (ECE) in 2013. I enjoy travelling, playing Netball, keeping fit and spending time with family and friends. I arrived back from teaching and living in the UK in September 2018 and have been […]

Kia Ora, I started working for Pōhutukawa Kindergarten Glendowie in 2021. I moved to Ellerslie in 2024, I began my teaching journey in ECE 2017, and I have a Bachelor of Education ECEI have a partner Phillip and two children, a son Romeo, and a daughter Ocean. I love the outdoors and summer days spent […]

My name is Wendy, and I joined Pōhutukawa Kindergarten in January 2014. I have 12 years experience as an Early Childhood Swim Instructor for various swim schools in Auckland. Joining the team here is a great way to broaden my experiences with young children. I thoroughly enjoy watching and helping them play, learn, discover and […]

Learning about our history and heritage allows children to explore their identity and develop a sense of belonging.