About

THE TREEHOUSE ON RANOLF PHILOSOPHY

At The Treehouse on Ranolf we aim to empower children to be happy and inquisitive learners in an environment that fosters the socio cultural aspect of development.

It is our philosophy that children are able to initiate their own learning; it is the teachers’ role to equip the environment to be the third teacher with multi-purpose tools for learning; and provide assistance through positive interactions when required so children can initiate learning and develop their current understandings.  Through doing this children are empowered and responsible for their own and others learning and development.  Meaningful interactions between educators and children are highly valued at the Treehouse as we believe that listening to children is the first step in understanding their current knowledge and this gives educators a true idea of what future learning pathways each child may take.

It is our philosophy to respect and support the parents and Whanau’s who use our service by providing a safe, secure, caring and educational environment for their children.   Skills and knowledge of how to learn are valued and valuable for infants, toddlers, and young children.  We view learning as a lifelong process.

are valued and valuable for infants, toddlers, and young children.  We view learning as a lifelong process.  The framework of the pedagogy and programme at The Treehouse on Ranolf is the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum, Te Whariki.  The foundation and walls is our philosophy.

At The Treehouse We recognize and respect the vital role of parents as first teachers, and encourage, welcome and respect formal and informal feedback from Whanau.  Educators at The Treehouse on Ranolf aim to develop a community of learners where children, Whanau and educators develop and add to each other’s current understandings through reciprocal and responsive relationships.

It is our philosophy to celebrate the cultural diversity of our community by including language, symbols, resources and activities of all nationalities.  This instills a positive view towards each family’s individual background through respecting, gaining a deeper understanding of and embracing their values and beliefs. We believe it is important to honor the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi through embracing and instilling respect for the dual heritage of our homeland Aotearoa, through developing an understanding for Te Reo and Tikanga Maori in our Centre community.

 

 

INNOVATIVE, CARING PROFESSIONALS

FIVE STRANDS

1.Well-being (Mana Atua) – The health and well-being of the chid are protected and nurtured.
2.Belonging (Mana Whenua) – Children and their families feel a sense of belonging.
3.Contribution (Mana Tangata) – Opportunities for leaning are equitable and each child’s contribution is valued.
4.Communication (Mana Reo) – The languages and symbols of their own and other cultures are promoted and protected.
5.Exploration (Mana Aoturoa) – The child learns through active exploration of the environment.

TESTIMONIALS

As a first time mum looking for a daycare I found it quite daunting , so many options and quite hard to let my son be in someone else's care...
Lisa Kennedy