At BestStart Silverdale, we’re proud to partner with local schools like Dairy Flat to support tamariki in their journey to school. Through rich, play-based learning, our Set for School programme builds the skills and confidence children need to thrive.
We recently held a wonderful Set for School evening, connecting with the new entrant teachers from Dairy Flat School. It was a fantastic opportunity to build strong relationships and open communication between BestStart Silverdale and the local primary school.
The Dairy Flat teachers shared valuable insights into school readiness, their expectations, and the play-based approach they use in their classrooms. It was reassuring to see how closely our preschool rooms align with this philosophy, ensuring consistency and continuity for our tamariki as they transition to school.
Our Set for School programme is a rich, intentional curriculum that supports tamariki to develop the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills they need for a successful start to school.
We place a strong focus on early literacy and numeracy through playful, meaningful experiences that promote curiosity, problem-solving, and independence. Our kaiako support each child’s learning journey by fostering strong learning dispositions such as resilience, perseverance, and collaboration.
We are proud to work in partnership with local schools and whānau to create a smooth, positive transition for tamariki. Our Set for School programme helps children feel confident, capable, and excited for their next learning adventure in their primary years.