WELCOME TO FUNSHINE EARLY LEARNING CENTRE
Play, learn and grow together
We provide quality care and education for children aged two to five years old. Our centre is located on Chester Street in the converted Manse of the Riversdale Presbyterian Church.
Our hours of operation are 8.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday. We close on Public Holidays, and for at least three weeks over Christmas each year (parents will be notified well in advance of actual closing dates).
Qualified and experienced teachers, excellent ratios and our Christian based program ensure all children attending receive the best in quality care and education.
Children experience a supportive and challenging environment where their individual needs are paramount. Our program is based on Te Whāriki, the national Early Childhood Curriculum framework, which aims to encourage each child's physical, social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual development. We also value the teachings of Jesus Christ and base our work with children on his message.
We value the involvement of parents and whānau within our centre and work to establish reciprocal relationships with parents/caregivers/whānau to support and extend their children's learning.
Additional information available to parents include our trust deed, ERO report, policies book, newsletters, noticeboards, whiteboards, development up-dates, parent evenings, individual portfolio's, day book, strategic plan and financial statements.
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Our Core Values
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OUR AMAZING PEOPLE
Meet the fabulous team here at Funshine. Follow the links below for an introduction to our teachers and staff.