Eskview Kindergarten 11 Petane Road, Bay View, Napier, Hawke's Bay 4104

Welcome to Eskview Kindergarten, a wonderful establishment located in the Bay View township of New Zealand. Situated at Napier, Petane Road, 11, our kindergarten encompasses both the local and rural surrounding districts, providing a peaceful and positive environment for children to grow and learn.

At Eskview Kindergarten, we believe in nurturing children's curiosity, wonder, and awe in the world around them. Our dedicated staff members are committed to creating a supportive and stimulating atmosphere that encourages children to explore and discover their own interests.

We invite interested families to visit us and experience the warm and caring relationships between our teachers and children. Our staff to child ratio is 1:10, ensuring that each child receives the attention and support they need. Additionally, we have additional non-teaching support to further enhance the learning experience.

Our curriculum is designed to offer a range of meaningful learning opportunities, empowering children to lead their own learning. Teachers value children's ideas, choices, and opinions, and effective learning conversations are used to encourage problem-solving and critical thinking. Literacy, mathematics, science, and creative expression are strong features of our local curriculum.

We also place a strong emphasis on affirming the language and culture of Māori children. Through connections between Māori ways of being and sustainable practices, we support children's knowledge of Māori world views. Furthermore, we provide many opportunities for children to learn about local places of significance.

Partnerships with parents and whānau (extended family) are of utmost importance to us. We value mutual respect and effectively respond to parent aspirations. Our assessment documents children's emerging interests and engagement in the life of the kindergarten. Hard-copy portfolios are regularly accessed by children, and whānau are encouraged to contribute to and share their child's learning experiences.

At Eskview Kindergarten, we believe that warm and caring relationships between children and teachers provide a strong foundation for learning. Inclusive practices ensure that all children can fully participate in all aspects of our program. Our dedicated teachers work diligently to make children's transitions into and out of the kindergarten a positive experience.

We would like to introduce our amazing staff members who are passionate about teaching and making learning a joyful experience for children. From left to right, we have Jaime Cullen, Anne Tasker (HT), Ashley Cowan, Anna Avison (KSW), and Catherine Nichol.

Our vision is that learning is child's play and teaching is a passion. Our mission is to create an enjoyable and enriching kindergarten experience for both children and parents.

We look forward to welcoming you and your child to Eskview Kindergarten, where learning and fun go hand in hand.