Matata Early Learning Centre

Introduction 
With the opening of the Matata Early Learning Centre the CNI Early Education Services Trust now has nine childcare centres. The new purpose built centre is set within the grounds of the Matata Public School in Pollen Street, Matata. The centre will provide quality childcare for babies, toddlers and young children to a maximum of 30 children.
The Trust is managed by the Central North Island Kindergarten Association which has 48 kindergartens. All centres operate under the Association's quality management systems. We employ trained, registered teachers (ECE) to manage the day-to-day operation of the centre and its educational programme for children. Teacher aides are employed in order to meet/exceed the staff: child ratios required by the Ministry of Education.


Staff are available to assist you with enrolment and answer any queries you may have. Parent enquiries are always welcome so please phone to make an appointment at a time suitable to you. Centre staff will be delighted to show you around, discuss the needs of your child, and assist you in the enrolment process.
The Matata Early Learning Centre is open for children from 7.30 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Friday.


The Programme 
Staff:child ratios are set to enhance the care and learning opportunities for children. We employ qualified, experienced, highly skilled staff to work across all age ranges. We believe in the concept of family/whanau grouping as this enhances the environment for learning. We also have areas where small groups of children can work and play thus providing a safe environment for younger children to safely explore their surroundings.

The curriculum base for all our programme development is Te Whāriki, the national early childhood curriculum. This forms the basis of two strands of planning. Firstly, each child's individualised programme of development and learning and secondly the environmental planning that is in response to group/staff/community interests.

We recognise how important and significant our role is in the partnership with your family, child and our Centre and wish to work collectively with you to enhance your child's early learning years.

 

Fees

Fees are GST Inclusive. Receipts will be issued on request.
Absences will be charged at the full rate.
Discounts Available
There is a family discount available to parents/guardians who have two or more children attending over the same week. Please ask for further information.

WINZ Childcare Subsidy
Many families will qualify for a WINZ childcare subsidy so do check this out when you enroll your child.