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Our older tamariki always help their kaiako when feeding the younger pepi. Lovingly and skillfully they perform this care routine. Through these routines, infants are learning to trust that they are worthy of love. Here at BestStart Everglade Babies, each child’s contribution is valued. Our competent and confident learners become communicators, and they become secure in their sense of belonging and in the knowledge that they make a valued contribution to our centre and the wider community.
It is the role of kaiako to invite tamariki to participate in and contribute to a wide range of enriching experiences so that they develop responsive and reciprocal relationships with each other. These experiences enhance competence and confidence, as well as encourage positive dispositions. The kaiako becomes the First-Aid Certified Supervisor, and the tamariki the Key Givers of Care.