Our close connection with St John's, situated right next door to our centre, offers a wonderful opportunity for tamariki to engage with their local community. The tamariki were especially excited to practice putting on bandages and listening to their heartbeat with the stethoscope, which sparked curiosity and wonder about the role of health professionals.

This experience has supported the tamariki in developing their understanding of community helpers, fostering a sense of belonging and contribution to their local community, which aligns with the strands of Mana Whenua (Belonging) and Mana Tangata (Contribution) in Te Whāriki.

By learning about the critical work of paramedics and the emergency call process, tamariki are connected to real-world practices, enhancing their awareness, confidence, and personal agency.

In hands-on activities like listening to heartbeats and applying bandages, they have also been exploring kaitiakitanga (stewardship) over their health and the health of others, embodying the concept of caring.

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