World's first childcare centre fully inspired by the "Gaia (Earth) Education Philosophy"
16/02/2026
🍃Happy Lunar New Year from Gaia!
🍃Welcoming the year of the Horse with gratitude, joy, and vibrant energy of new beginnings!
🍃May this year bring strength, harmony, and good health to all our Gaia whānau.
16/02/2026
08/01/2026
🍃Mōrena, Papatūānuku.🍃
🍃Your children are singing in our forest this morning, and Te Rā is spilling through their limbs in golden bursts. What a breathtaking way to close our week at Gaia, where our tamariki will soon be racing along the forest trails, hearts wide open, curiosity alive, seeking new corners of wonder to explore.🍃
🍃To live and learn within our Gaia environment is a true blessing🍃
24/12/2025
✨ Meri Kirihimete, Gaia whānau ✨
🍃Thank you for the aroha, your support and the connection, this year . 🍃
🍃May this season wrap you in peace, fill your homes with love, and bring joy that carries gently into the year ahead.🍃
11/12/2025
🌞💦 Summer joy at Gaia!
When the sun is shining bright, our little explorers know exactly how to keep cool, splashing, laughing, and discovering the magic of water play!
At Gaia, we celebrate these simple moments that nurture growth while bringing endless smiles. 💧🌈
10/12/2025
🎄Christmas spirit was in full swing at Gaia! Our amazing kaiako took on a playful challenge, to create, upcycle, or recycle their very own Christmas party costumes. And wow… the creativity was off the charts! From sparkly surprises to clever eco‑friendly designs, the competition was fierce and full of fun & laughter. 🤶
🎅 Who do you think stole the show and took home the win? Drop your guesses below! 🔔
10/12/2025
❤️ Our preschool tamariki shared handmade mirror‑painting gifts with friends, showing kindness, care, and connection. Through giving and sharing, they practiced empathy, interaction, and focus, building the social and emotional skills that prepare them for school and beyond.❤️
10/12/2025
🍃Tamariki thrive when they can explore their world with all their senses, freely and without unnecessary limits. Touching, smelling, listening, seeing, and tasting their environment builds curiosity, confidence, and connection.🍃
08/12/2025
The magic of Christmas 🎅🏻 is alive at Gaia! What a special time of year to reflect, count our blessings and spread joy!
If you want to find out what makes Gaia magical, book a tour and jump on our waitlist for 2026! 🔔
✨🎄 Christmas magic filled our Gaia grotto yesterday 🎄✨
Tamariki and whānau shared special memories surrounded by lights, joy, and aroha 🌟💚
May the spirit of Christmas continue to shine! 🔔
🌿✨ Aroha and gratitude to our incredible kaiako at Gaia Earth Forest Preschool ✨🌿
To our amazing teaching team, thank you for the love, patience, and wisdom you bring into the forest every single day. You nurture curiosity, guide exploration, and create a space where our tamariki can grow with confidence, joy, and connection to the earth.
We are so proud of the work you do, the values you uphold, and the magic you weave into every learning moment. Gaia would not be the same without your dedication and heart. 💚
Here’s to celebrating you, our kaiako, and the beautiful journey we continue together with our Gaia whānau 🌟🌱
| Monday | 7am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 6pm |
| Friday | 7am - 6pm |
