Peacocks Early Learning - Ellerslie

17/08/2021

As per the PM’s announcement our centre will remained closed for all children for a period of at least 7 days!

Any new updates, I will keep you informed.
Keep safe🥰
Kia kaha ❤

14/08/2021

Reggio Emilia approach, the valuation of different materials are greatly appreciated.

The reason for this is that in materialities we can find different possibilities for each child to act and build their theories and knowledge.

05/08/2021

The power of Observation!

Children are curious, answer-seeking being by Nature! They want to explore the world around them!🌍

Here we plan to facilitate and guide the children to the experiences that allows them to do what they know best and ignite their wonderment. When young children are born scientists and explorers; they want to know why something that is so bold in color, is so fragile to touch!🌱

Observation can be just as powerful as instruction.

26/07/2021

"The whole art of teaching is only the art of awakening the natural curiosity of young minds for the purpose of satisfying it afterwards". Anatole France

We provide provocations for inquiry in our environments. But I want you to consider "environment" is so much more than the physical space. It is also a space of relationships.

Relationships form trusts. Having their trust allows children build on their natural love for learning.

08/07/2020

As a Reggio inspired centre, we believe the environment plays a key role in our children’s learning journey.

Our teachers spend time thoughtfully planning hands on learning experiences, catered to the unique needs and interests of each child in the room.

07/07/2020

Project work is a guiding principal of our philosophy and curriculum. Recently, our children have been learning simple maths and science through chopping, measuring, stirring and baking ingredients.

05/07/2020

Each day, our teaching teams set up engaging provocations for the children in their room.

But what is a provocation?

A provocation is an open-ended experience that doesn’t have a prescribed outcome. Provocations are thoughtfully set up to stimulate ideas, ignite creativity, and give children endless learning opportunities.

Why are provocations more powerful and effective than traditional classroom activities?

With provocations, there isn’t the pressure of perfection or completion of a predefined task. Creative expression and trial and error are encouraged as fundamental methods of problem-solving, and resilience emerge from this type of learning exploration.

Curious to find out more about what makes us unique? Visit our website https://peacockschildcare.co.nz or call us directly on 09-580-0999.

02/07/2020

Nutrition plays a fundamental role in determining our well-being. We plan our meals with easy digestion and maximum nutrition in mind.

All our food is prepared from scratch daily by our onsite chef. It is nourishing, full of vitamins and minerals, is varied, tasty and made with love.

01/07/2020

When experimenting with loose parts, children use more creativity and imagination while developing their own ideas and exploring the world around them.

01/07/2020

Matariki festival celebrations in the community.

Come on down to Ellerslie town centre to enjoy the sounds of R n R Music duo, performing tunes that'll be sure to get your toes tapping and have you singing along. There will be live kapa haka, performed by Ngā Uri Taniwha, and the chance to pick up some poi and show off your skills. Proudly sup.....

30/06/2020

Peacocks Ellerslie is a purpose-built centre located near Ellerslie town centre. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, our children are encouraged and supported through learning experiences, which ignite a sense of wonderment and a passion for learning and exploration.