At Best Start Havelock North, we believe some of the richest learning opportunities can be found right here in our own backyard.
Or in our case, our front window!
Here at BestStart Havelock North, we value our local curriculum and we enjoy enhancing it at any opportunity we get. We incorporate it through pūrākau, waiata, kōrerorero and exploration. Recently, our tamariki enjoyed an excursion to Te Mata o Rongokako, providing a wonderful opportunity to explore our local environment and develop a deeper appreciation for the natural world around us.
Throughout the experience, tamariki were encouraged to observe, explore, ask questions and share their discoveries with their friends and kaiako through a scavenger hunt. These opportunities support curiosity, confidence, communication and a growing sense of belonging within our local community.
Connecting with the places that surround us also enables tamariki to develop an understanding of their environment, their community and the stories connected to the whenua. It was a valuable opportunity for learning beyond the centre, creating meaningful experiences and memories together.
- Mana Whenua | Belonging: Tamariki develop a sense of connection and belonging to their local environment, building relationships with the places, people and stories that make up their community.
- Mana Aotūroa | Exploration: Tamariki develop curiosity, confidence and working theories as they explore and discover the natural world around them.
At BestStart Havelock, we love making the most of the learning opportunities right on our doorstep!