Nau mai, haere mai Te Whare Koru.
The koru is based on the shape of an unfurling fern frond. The significance of the name “koru” to our room is the symbolism of new life, growth and strength. The fern shape unfolds naturally and we are passionate about tamariki being capable, natural explorers who are unfolding their learning and developing in their own time and space.
Te Whare Koru is our infant whare which provides care and education for tamariki from six weeks to two-years. Infants have an advocate kaiako which is influenced from a primary caregiving philosophy.
Koru also signifies peace and tranquility which is the atmosphere we strive to provide for our young tamariki. We value calm peaceful environments where respect is the fundamental key to building trusting relationships with the children and their whānau.
We have a strong emphasis on exploring our community in our bright red buggies and making the most of our outdoor playground for the tamariki to explore te taiao.
Our Teaching Teams are an important part of our centre as they offer consistency for tamariki and support whanaungatanga and manaakitanga between kaiako, the tamaiti and their whānau. By focusing on nurturing these relationships, kaiako are supporting whakamana; empowering tamariki to reach their full potential.
Below is the Teaching Team for Te Whare Koru; click their names to find out more about them.
Kia ora I am Christine . I have been working at Surrey Park Early Learning Centre since 1996. I am a registered kaiako with a Bachelor of Teaching in ECE. I am the Team Leader in this room. I have 3 delightful children who keep me very busy and entertained. I work from Monday to Thursday.
My name is Lisa and I have worked at this centre since 1999.
I am passionate about providing respectful, quality education for children in their early years. I enjoy working in partnership with families/whānau, with a strong emphasis on building whakawhanautanga / relationships.
Kia ora my name is Toni and I am a qualified Kaiako with a Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education. I love reading and gardening and going for walks.
Kia ora my name is Shelley. I have been working at Surrey Park since 2005. I am a registered kaiako with a Bachelor of Teaching in ECE. In my spare time I enjoy dancing, hiking, and going on adventures.
Hi I’m Amanda, I am a registered and qualified teacher. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and partner or going for a bike ride or walk!
Hi I am Mandy. I began working at Surrey Park Early Learning Centre in April 2010. I am married and have 2 daughters. I enjoy walking and spending time with my family.
