KŌWHAI VALLEY CRÈCHE
About the Crèche:
Kōwhai Valley Crèche is named for its location in the heart of Tāhuna Glenorchy, which was once a thriving kōwhai valley that connected the foothills of Ka Tiritiri-o-te-Moana the Southern Alps to the top of Whakatipu Waimāori Lake Wakatipu. We are a registered not for profit community crèche governed by a board of 6 experienced community members, parents and ECE professionals.
In our curriculum, we embrace learning opportunities that allow tamariki to explore, inquire and grow within the safety of our community and among its unique natural surroundings. This inquiry-based learning approach keeps tamariki at the centre of their own learning. We help our older tamariki to prepare for school with a focus on preschool education as well as support to develop and foster their relationship with Glenorchy School.
The Crèche was established by parents of Playgroup in 2024, making use of the premises and facilities when Playgroup is closed. The Crèche is hosted by Playgroup so Playgroup membership fees must be paid by all families enrolled at the Crèche. Parent help is also a requirement of enrolment, see more details on fees and help in the parent information pack, emailed on request.
