Vision, Mission & Values
Our Vision
We aim to be the leading provider of early childhood education in the Nelson Tasman region — delivering excellence and equity for every child, every day.
Our Mission
To give children the best possible start in life by providing high-quality early learning that is inclusive, sustainable, and grounded in strong relationships between tamariki, whānau and kaiako.
Our Values
At the heart of our work are the values that shape who we are and how we teach.
We are committed to:
Excellence in teaching through 100% registered teachers, ongoing professional learning, and reflective practice
Partnership and belonging through strong relationships with children and whānau
Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the dual heritage of Aotearoa, lived through rangatiratanga, kaitiakitanga, and manaakitanga
Inclusion and equity for all tamariki, with no barriers to participation
Sustainability for the protection and preservation of our environment
Children’s rights as defined in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child
Community — building connections and sharing knowledge across our network
Strong leadership and governance that supports our vision, teachers and teams
“Competent and confident learners and communicators, healthy in mind, body and spirit, secure in their sense of belonging and in the knowledge that they make a valued contribution to society.”
Te Whāriki, Ministry of Education (2017)