Whānau and Community
The teachers at Beachcomber work alongside whānau to support children as they learn and grow.
Regular communication with parents through newsletters and notices keeps everyone up to date with what is happening in the centre.
From time to time, special events and excursions take place, and we welcome parents' participation.
We have an open door policy and we value whānau contribution and involvement.
Out and About
The Beachcomber team does regular spontaneous excursions within the local environment to the park and further trips to the local marae
We take our older children to visit our local marae, ‘Te Whare Wananga o Owairoa’, in the Garden of Memories, Uxbridge Road in Howick.
The trip strengthens our connections to the local community. It is a great opportunity for children, parents, and teachers to experience Māori tikanga, culture, and traditions, which are part of our New Zealand bicultural heritage.
At the start of every year, we get together for a trip with our sister centre, The Learning Ladder.
Giving Back
As a community-spirited centre, Beachcomber proudly supports several fundraisers throughout the year, such as Wig Wednesday for the Child Cancer Foundation, Gumboot Friday, and events supporting the Heart Foundation.
‘Give a Kid a Blanket’ is a community act of kindness. Since 2018, Beachcomber Kindergarten has chosen to support this community group. This group gathers donations of warmth from across the wider Auckland area and beyond, and gifts these to children and families in need. We invite our families to make a donation to support these charities.
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Please talk to us if you have any questions or concerns about your child’s care and education.
We thank you for entrusting your child to us and hope that you and your family enjoy your time at Beachcomber Early Learning Centre.
