Centre Benefits
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Lunches/Food
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4 Rooms
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Nursery
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Nappies Included
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Excursions
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School Transitions
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Storypark
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Purpose Built
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Large Outdoor Area
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ECE Hours
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Extended Hours
Meet our Centre Manager
Kia ora
I am Sam and I am the centre manager for Lollipops Waiwhetu. I have been teaching for the past 12+ years since completing my bachelors degree in early childhood education at Victoria University. I love making great spaces for children, where they can grow, learn and develop. Community is so important in the love and care of our Tamariki and I do this through developing strong relationships. My husband and I have 3 daughters, Harper, Elsie and Poppy and they are my world. Majority of my spare time is spent with them and our extended family.
What makes us special
About Lollipops Waiwhetu
At Lollipops Waiwhetu, we create a warm and inclusive space where tamariki are supported to learn and grow through strong relationships, culture, and child-led learning. Our philosophy is guided by the values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and ako – caring, connection, and learning together.
Our centre has a calm and welcoming feel, with thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces that inspire curiosity and exploration. We’re influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach and use our environment as a powerful teaching tool to support children’s development.
Tamariki are grouped by age in four separate rooms, each designed to meet their learning needs and stages. Whether your child is just starting to crawl or getting ready for school, our experienced teaching team is here to support them every step of the way.
Why parents love our centre
Great daycare! teachers are dedicated, caring and know their tamariki well. the facility isnt flash but they can be so creative with their Diys and imagination which encourage the kids to think, creat...
Today, Friday January 27, 2023, Hannah Marie HoneyBee MacIntyre is finishing her journey at Lollipops Waiwhetu. She has been given excellent care during the last few years at the Centre, has loved her...
The center help us a lot, they are the only center that provide flexible time, this really help people with changing working hour every week. the new Manager Sasha is really informative and a good lis...
Both my sons are at Lollipops Waiwhetu. The teachers show genuine care and interest in the learning and lives of the children. There is a real community feel within the centre. Highly recommend.
I'm on my nans account my name is Theo I had so much memories here I miss this Daycare🥹
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