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Emotional intelligence and manaakitanga
In our preschool room we have created a local curriculum which highlights two learning priorities within the room, being emotional intelligence and manaakitanga (kindness, support, respect, and generosity). During the development of these learning priorities, kaiako (teachers) drew on the information from guiding documents for teachers and conversations with whānau that highlighted what aspirations they had for their children.
Emotional competence is one of the key stages our tamariki are developing at this stage of their learning and these skills help them to comprehend their world, persevere through challenging times and regulate themselves. Manaakitanga is a priority as children develop their social skills and caring and caring for others, showing empathy and respect. These priorities work side by side and kaiako demonstrate these daily and are at the core of everything we do.