Tīmatahia te haerenga o to tamaiti ki konei

Start your child’s journey here

Ngā kōrero āwhina mō ngā whānau
Helpful Info for Families

• What does your tamaiti/tamariki need to bring each day?
  Please pack:
  A change of clothes
  A jumper or jacket
  A sunhat (weather-dependent)
  
• How do we keep in touch with whānau?
  We use three main methods of communication:
  Our private Facebook page
  Our whānau group chat
  Our website
  
• What is the kaiako to tamaiti ratio?
  This depends on the age of the child:
  Under 2 years: 1:4
  Over 2 years: 1:6
  
• What are our fees and are there any subsidies available?
  Our current weekly fees are $60.00 for both full-time and part-time tamariki.
  There are subsidies available depending on eligibility.
  
• Do we offer 20 free hours?
  Yes, we do.
• Do we provide kai?
  Yes— kai is provided Tuesday to Friday.
  For Monday, please send a lunchbox with lunches and snacks.
  If your tamaiti is bottle-feeding, please provide your own formula. We recommend leaving a tin at the whare.
  
• Do we provide nappies and wipes?
  No, these need to be provided by whānau.
• How do we manage allergies, medication, and first aid in the whare?
  We have a clear allergy policy in place, and all kaimahi are first-aid trained annually to ensure we can safely manage minor medical emergencies.
• Do you have a School Readiness Programme?
  Yes, we do.
• Can I visit the kōhanga before enrolling my child?
  Absolutely! Contact our kaiako matua and they’ll organise a visit for you.
• How can I enrol my tamaiti?
  We operate a waitlist, similar to most ECE services.
  You’re welcome to send us a message or visit our “Contact Us” page.
  
• Is Te Āwhina open to all families, regardless of reo Māori fluency?
  Āe! Te Āwhina Kōhanga Reo and the Kōhanga Reo Trust are here to revitalise our reo. Whether you’re well on your te reo journey or just beginning, everyone is welcome.
• What support is available for new whānau learning te reo Māori?
  We encourage exploring online or distance learning options (many are free), and our whānau and kaiako are always happy to share tips and help you get started—just ask!
  Yes, Te Āwhina Kōhanga Reo and The Kōhanga Reo Trust is about revitalising our reo. Regardless of whether you’ve already started your Te reo journey or this is the first stepping stone, everyone is welcome!