Barnardos Early Learning Centre Porirua

Welcome to Barnardos Early Learning Centre Porirua! Located on Mungavin Avenue in Porirua, our centre is a place where your child's learning, wellbeing, and care are our top priorities. As the Centre Manager, I, Rosie, am excited to welcome your whānau into our Barnardos community.

At Porirua Early Learning Centre, we strive to create a safe, diverse, and welcoming environment for all. Our aim is to provide the best conditions for your child's learning and development, while also offering convenience and peace of mind for parents. With our central location, loving team, and tailored environment, we are ready to be discovered by your whānau.

We understand the challenges of being a parent, which is why we offer extended hours and utilize Storypark, our online parent communication tool, to make things a little easier for you. Our qualified and experienced teachers are committed to caring for and nurturing your child, building strong connections and ensuring their unique needs are met.

Our teachers create positive opportunities for your child to develop physically, mentally, and emotionally. They guide them through new friendships, help them master new skills, and foster independence and resilience to prepare them for school and lifelong learning. In our happy and nurturing environment, your child will be inspired, stimulated, and empowered to learn in their own unique way.

Our outdoor spaces challenge and excite the imagination, while our spacious indoor areas offer room for reading, rest, and engaging learning experiences. From painting to waiata, our children have the opportunity to explore and discover in natural play areas. We believe in building a strong connection with nature and our local community, as it helps your child develop a sense of belonging and identity, positively influencing their learning experiences.

We are fortunate to have many wonderful options on our doorstep in Porirua. We grow our own vegetables and herbs in our garden and go on community excursions to the local library. We strive to provide nutritious and delicious meals and snacks to support your child's physical and mental development. Our menu is balanced, and we involve the children in using the vegetables and herbs we grow.

Safety is paramount at our centre, which is why we are nut-free and accommodate any allergy or dietary requirements. We aim to make your child's early learning and care experience as affordable as possible. As a not-for-profit organization, we reinvest everything back into supporting your child, the centre, and our community. We also offer fee and ECE subsidies, so please speak to our Centre Manager for further information.

Our team of teachers follows Te Whariki, New Zealand's Early Childhood Curriculum, and works closely with your child to create an environment that reflects their unique needs and curiosities. We believe that the involvement of families and whānau is vital to our community. We connect with you through Storypark and celebrate festivals together, among other ways of including families.

From growing vegetables in our garden to exploring the local community, we constantly seek ways for your child to understand the connection between their environment, community, and themselves. We use Storypark to record and communicate learning in a secure online environment, allowing parents and whānau to receive instant feedback and plan new ways to extend their child's interests and abilities.

Don't just take our word for it - hear what our happy parents have to say! They describe our centre as a fantastic learning environment with amazing staff who are engaging and insightful. They appreciate the family-oriented atmosphere and the fun and learning experiences their children have. We encourage everyone looking for childcare to come to Barnardos Porirua.

We look forward to welcoming your whānau into our Barnardos community and providing your child with a nurturing and enriching early learning experience. Contact us today to learn more or arrange a visit to our centre on Mungavin Avenue in Porirua.