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Christmas at BestStart Taita 2024
Wow, what a special Christmas party! Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the festive season—it was truly heartwarming to have so many of you with us to share the joy and excitement of the afternoon.
Your presence made it a memorable event filled with laughter, connection, and holiday cheer. A special shoutout goes to Helen for her incredible effort in the kitchen! The amazing spread of delicious treats was nothing short of spectacular and added so much to the festive atmosphere. We are so grateful for your hard work and the love you put into making everything so perfect.
Congratulations to Putohe Ruma for winning this year’s award for the Best Festive Classroom Setup! The Santa’s Workshop theme was absolutely magical, and the team did an exceptional job transforming the space into a wonderland for everyone to enjoy. Your creativity and attention to detail were truly inspiring! Events like this are a vital part of building our community and fostering whanaungatanga (relationships). Whānau events allow us to come together as a village, strengthening connections between tamariki, whānau, and kaiako. These moments reflect the principles of Te Whāriki, particularly family and community (whānau tangata), where children develop a sense of belonging and trust.
Drawing inspiration from ChildSpace, we embrace the idea that a collaborative community is central to supporting tamariki to thrive. These gatherings also create a joyful environment where children feel valued and supported in their learning journey. We hope you all had as much fun as we did, and that the celebration left you with a smile and warm memories to cherish.
Thank you once again for your incredible support and aroha throughout the year. Your presence and contributions mean the world to us. Wishing you a joyful and safe holiday season filled with love and happiness.
Ngā mihi, The BestStart Taita Team