LATEST STORIES
Set for School
The Set for School programme at Montessori Johnsonville is designed to prepare tamariki for confident and seamless transitions to primary school/kura. We focuses on developing essential skills and fostering a love for learning.
Our programme builds strong foundations in literacy and numeracy through engaging, hands-on mahi tailored to each child’s learning pace. Tamariki learn to recognize letters, sounds, numbers, and shapes in ways that are interactive and fun. Alongside academic readiness, we emphasize social and emotional development.
Tamariki practice turn-taking, sharing, and working collaboratively while learning to understand and regulate their emotions, thus building confidence in group settings. Independence is a key focus, as tamariki are encouraged to manage their belongings, complete tasks, and solve problems on their own. This fosters self-sufficiency and resilience, making them better prepared for the routines of primary school. By nurturing curiosity and creativity, the programme helps tamariki develop a lifelong love for learning.
We also work closely with families and local schools to ensure a smooth transition, offering strategies and regular updates to parents during this process. With a focus on academic, social, and emotional growth, BestStart Montessori Johnsonville's Set for School programme sets children up for success in their school journey and beyond.
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari kē he toa takitini
My success should not be bestowed onto me alone, it was not individual success but the success of a collective