Library visit
Thank you to the Wanaka Library for coming to read to the children and sharing their wonderful collection of stories. The Library is located in the centre of town on … Read More >>
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Thank you Central Lakes Trust
We are so pleased to open this year with extra shaded outdoor space. A huge thank you to Central Lakes Trust for helping to make a three year dream a … Read More >>
REOPEN FOR 2014
Happy holidays to all our wonderful families. We will return in 2014 on Tuesday 21st January. If you would like to leave us a message please feel free to email … Read More >>
Gift a Summer Garden
We are selling seed packs ready for sowing for this Summer/Autumn season. Only $10 for 5 different varieties (rrp $14-$17 in total) Beans Slenderette Carrots Scarlet Nantes Pea Progress … Read More >>
Thank You “Stars in your Eyes” and the “Wanaka Musicians Society”
Aspiring Beginnings ELC would like to take this opportunity to thank all those involved in the collaborative approach of “Stars in your Eyes” within the Wanaka community. The wonderful entertainment … Read More >>
Annual Christmas Party 2013
Thank you to all the families who came along to the Christmas party and making it such a fun afternoon. Congratulations to the Mayousse family who won the meat … Read More >>
Family Get Together
This is a chance to meet up with other Aspiring Beginnings families. WHEN: Every 2nd Saturday of the month from 10am. WHERE: at the Dinosaur Park, down at the lake … Read More >>
Mt Aspiring College – Students in the Community 2013
All Mount Aspiring College Year 13 students have placements in the local community, in various roles to benefit the community and integrate the students into Wanaka life. This unique programme … Read More >>
Plunket require a car seat service technician
Plunket Car Seat Service Technician (Upper Clutha, 3 hours per week) A paid position has become available for a part time Car Seat Service Technician for the Wanaka Plunket Car … Read More >>
What is a B4 school check?
The B4 School Check is a nationwide programme supported by the Ministry of Health and offers a health and development check to groups of children turning four. The checks are … Read More >>
The Bee Swarm hero
How lucky were we to have our very own bee keeper equipped to remove the unwelcome swarm of bees that came to visit on Wednesday. Did you see the story … Read More >>
Happy Birthday Aspiring Beginnings
Happy Birthday to us Sixteen years ago the Upper Clutha Community saw their vision for an Early Learning Centre catering for working families become a reality. Back then we were … Read More >>
Pilot Andy RAF visit
Teddy’s dad came and spoke to the tamariki about aeroplanes what it was like to be a pilot. He used to fly planes for the Royal Air Force and now … Read More >>
Chalk Educated Toys 2013 Fundraiser
Chalk Educated Toys has been New Zealand’s favourite fundraising program for many years. Parents can buy great quality toys at the best prices and support our centre at the same … Read More >>
Bug Farming Project
Playground equipment
Our playground equipment is purchased through Tredsafe and is New Zealand’s only certified Early Childhood Playground manufacturer specialising in mobile, interchangable, playground equipment. We share their philosophy to create stimulating, … Read More >>
Farmer Brett Free Range Eggs
We are once again selling “free range eggs” as a fundraiser for only $5.50 a dozen. The supplier is Farmer Brett, who has a hobby farm in Tarras. The hens … Read More >>
DR Compost spring gardening workshop
The one and only Dr Compost has been spreading Wanaka’s gardening lore far and wide with his new gig as a writer for Weekend Gardener. But he hasn’t forgotten his … Read More >>
Bayleys Real Estate supporting Aspiring Beginnings
© P U R E P I X E L 2 0 1 3 – FUNDRAISER FOR ASPIRING BEGINNINGS
Thank you to the generosity of Jeremy Town from Pure Pixel 2013 NZ, these gorgeous prints are available for purchase on an A4 block at the special purchase price of … Read More >>
Interest in our worm farm’s from Mt Aspiring College students
Mt Aspiring College year 7 students came to visit our worm farms as part of their current studies. As this is Frankie’s area of expertise she gave a talk to … Read More >>
SNOW DAY
THANKYOU SNOWDRIFTAS, EVERY YEAR YOU ARE AWESOME.
Snow Day “The News” Article
BY CRIS JOHNSTON THE eyes of the world are focused on Wanaka ski fields this week as prospective Winter Olympics medalists showcase their talents in the Winter Games. However, … Read More >>
Join our teaching team
Teacher retention is an important focus for our governance committee and as part of our commitment to supporting quality teaching practices we proudly offer: ECECA Collective Agreement & Salary. Low child … Read More >>
The power is restored
Yah. We will resume operation from 1 to 4.30pm. For those that are still interested we welcome the tamariki to join us for the afternoon.
Power update
Sorry everybody. Delta are working hard to reinstate power. They have to wait for a new transformer from Alexandra. We will have to remain closed until at least 1pm. Come back … Read More >>
Sorry we are closed
Due to a power outage we are unable to open. Delta are currently fixing the problem and we hope to open by 10. Please listen to radio wanaka 92.2 for … Read More >>
BIKE DAY
We had noticed that bikes, and being able to ride them, was something of great interest to most of the tamariki. As we have such a great space to ride … Read More >>
Kitchen table conversations – Upcoming courses
Wanaka Library visit
It was a beautiful afternoon when we walked all the way from AB’s to the Wanaka Library, paying careful attention to look out for one another and keep in … Read More >>