Aspiring Beginnings picnic on the field
The tipu tamariki went on a picnic to the open fields of the “old primary school”. We enjoyed our walk through the grounds discovering flowers and leaves on the grass, … Read More >>
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ASPIRING BEGINNINGS IN TOP 8 FOR MOTHER EARTH REWARD!
The Mother Earth Reward competition encourages schools and early childhood centres to enter a recent initiative they have carried out to promote wholesome food and healthy eating. We have been … Read More >>
Rocket “The avalanche dog” came to visit
The tamariki have been learning all about dog safety and how to be kind and caring. After various visits from our whānaus best friends, the tamariki broadened their learning by … Read More >>
At Aspiring Beginnings we keep NZ Beautiful
Sunscreen policy
Summer is coming and it is time to start thinking about sun protection. Beginning this week, we will start to apply sunscreen to all the children after lunch using “Skin … Read More >>
Support the Upper Clutha Children’s Medical Trust
This is a letter we recently received that we would like to share: PO. BOX 678 Wanaka 18 September 2012 Upper Clutha Children’s Medical Trust Website
Simon Darby Photography fundraiser
Family portraits are a cherished memory you will have forever and Aspiring Beginnings are offering a unique opportunity to capture this moment with professional photos taken at Rippon Vineyard. The … Read More >>
Dr Compost Healthy Garden Workshop
Get Growing Spring Workshops Building a raised bed and the advantages of no-dig gardening How to make an easy seed raising mix and sow seeds Top five vegetable crops to … Read More >>
NZ ShakeOut…we’ve registered…have you?
Aspiring Beginnings acknowledges the Cancer Society “Daffodil Day”
Friday the 31st of August was Daffodil Day and to support this annual fundraiser we went on a walk up to the Memorial Monument. Once up there, our active tamariki … Read More >>
Health policy
If your child requires medication while attending our centre, the medication will have to be given to a teacher and the information recorded. The staff can only administer medication with … Read More >>
The News, August 23, 2012 – Special delivery makes for a fun day.
By CRIS JOHNSTON (The News – Lakes District & Central Otago) THE next generation of winter athletes in Wanaka has been getting a taste (in some cases literally) for … Read More >>
Preschool activities in the area….
WANAKA PLUNKET 51 Ardmore St, Wanaka Mon,Wed & Fri – 10-12 Tues & Thurs 10-3 Dianne Williams Ph 03 4438799 WANAKA TOY LIBRARY 3 Reece Cres, Wanaka 0211156444 … Read More >>
Baking with the Tipu tamariki
Today we decided to bake muffins in the Tipu area to say goodbye to our friend Scarlet. The tamariki really enjoyed the experience of baking, taking an active part in … Read More >>
Local schools in our area….
Click on the link below to be directed to local schools in the area… Wanaka Primary school – 7 Ironside Dr, Wanaka – ph 03 4437687 – www.wanaka.school.nz Holy Family … Read More >>
Olympic Games at Aspiring Beginnings
The excitement is building as we get ready for our Olympics day tomorrow. Medal making was the beginning as we chopped, stuck, threaded and painted gold, silver & bronze medals. … Read More >>
Jump Rope for heart – Taura Peke mo te Manawa ora
We have jumped on board New Zealand’s widely celebrated skipping programme. Click on the image to see how your children learn some great lifelong fundamental movement skills. For more information … Read More >>
Thankyou to the Upper Clutha community for supporting our raffle
The winners are: Brent Makeham won 1st prize – a Milford Sound scenic cruise for 2 adults & 2 children with Southern Discovery plus free entry to discovery world AND … Read More >>
What a delicious breakfast
Please join us for breakfast
Parenting 4 Life Seminar – Raising Girls & Growing Boys
RAISING GIRLS AND GROWING BOYS Presented by John & Naomi Cowan of Parents Inc Wednesday 27 June 2012 Lake Wanaka Centre
Congratulations Becca
Becca has been appointed our new Team Leader for the Tipu area. I am really excited about taking on the challenge of this role. I am a passionate teacher who strives to … Read More >>
May News and Views
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Thank you Graham & Olive West Charitable Trust
Did you see our letter in the Wanaka Sun?
Kaho & Tipu (what does it mean?)
Kohikohia ngā Kākano, whakaritea te pārekerke, kia puāwai ngā hua (Gather the seeds, prepare the seedbeds carefully, and you will be gifted with an abundance of food.) Our Tipu area … Read More >>
How do we get fresh free range eggs?
Farmer Brett may supply fresh free range eggs BUT we are suppose to have our own regular supply, which simply is not the case. Our hens are quite old and don’t want to lay … Read More >>
From the learning pathways display board
JOBS IN THE COMMUNITY The tamariki have been very interested in role playing our local police and fire officers, actively helping and taking charge of situations. At the A&P show … Read More >>
Parenting evening – Kitchen Table Conversations
AGM – Annual General Meeting. Monday 23rd @ 7.30pm
Please support our parent volunteer committee. Come to our AGM, 7.30pm on Monday 23rd April. We do have some vacancies to fill on our committee if anybody is interested. What is required to be … Read More >>
March newsletter
Click here to read our latest newsletter to be up to date with important information. This Thursday is “wear your Pyjamas” day. To celebrate Easter we are having an easter treasure hunt … Read More >>