A&P Show Excursion
On Friday March 9th we plan to walk to the Wanaka Show grounds to see our art and baking on display as part of the A & P Show. The … Read More >>
Author Archives: Admin
Our teaching team
Quality outcomes for children can only be achieved with qualified teachers. Every teacher is either fully registered or provisionally registered by the NZ Teachers Council and has either a “Degree” … Read More >>
From the first day
So what does your child need each day they attend? A bag big enough to keep all their belongings. A piece of fruit each day to share at morning and … Read More >>
2012 – Haere mai
We are very fortunate to have had the expertise of Poppa Carrick to get our grounds into ship shape over the holidays ready for another year of fun, friendship, discovery … Read More >>
News & Views – December
Whats the latest? To find out, read our newsletter. This will be the last for the year. To all our families and friends have a wonderful Christmas and New Year. We look … Read More >>
Hotel quality sheets for sale
We have secured 100% cotton, 250 thread count, hotel quality flat sheets and pillowcases to sell as a fundraiser. $56.00 for 2 flat king sheets and 2 pillowcases. $45.00 for 2 king … Read More >>
Mini Muscles is Awesome!
Mini Muscles; what a great place to explore! Last Friday we had so much fun climbing, jumping, running and meeting new friends. This was a great opportunity for our children to extend, explore … Read More >>
Birthday Celebrations
We love to share in the celebration of birthdays with the children. Parents can provide a simple cake to share at morning or afternoon tea OR alternatively our wonderful cook can … Read More >>
Spring Disco – Tuesday 1st November
The invitations are out and your whanau is invited. It’s time to party, AB’s is turning 14!! To celebrate the opening of our newly named Tipu (Seedling) and Kaho (Sapling) … Read More >>
Welcome Nick
puzzle matching Nick has been helping relieve at the centre on a regular basis and intends to study next year for a Diploma in ECE. Welcome Nick to the team. We have … Read More >>
News & Views – September/October
We have been negotiating with The Rotary Club of Wanaka to relocate our fixed playground structure….. Please read our latest newsletter
Random Act of Kindness Day (RAK)
As a special treat on Random Act of Kindness Day, Richard and Tracey (who is also a teacher at the centre) brought in some samples of their delicious Pure New Zealand icecream. … Read More >>
News & Views – August
This newsletter is a bit later than we would like but there has been so much happening… please read our latest newsletter
Dr Becky Baileys successful strategies
We have been practicing Becky Baileys conscious discipline strategies with success. We recommend our whanau watch this clip.
Resources wish list
Occasionally we are asked by parents or grandparents “What do you want?” or “what do you need?” Here are some suggestions: The younger children would like….. and there is always … Read More >>
How to make your own paint…
Ingredients: 1 cup of plain flour 3 teaspoons of salt 3 teaspoons of baking powder food colouring Water to mix This paint is a special because if you put your … Read More >>
Fees Policy update
Following on from the previous newsletter please read further about changes to our fees policy
News & Views – July
Finally the snow has come and winter has started. Just in time for the school holidays… click to read our newsletter.
Archive photos
A sample of the happenings at Aspiring Beginnings…
Lunchbox guidelines
Spending the day learning and playing requires the right sort of fuel. Good nutrition can lead to better concentration and improved learning as well as healthy growth and development. It’s … Read More >>
What is the daily routine when you arrive?
The routine when you arrive is… – Help your child find their name and choose a locker or cubby. – Encourage your child to participate in the activites have been set … Read More >>
Skylight…because grief happens & support matters.
Click on the image above to be directed to the skylight website. Skylight offer a wide range of services to support those facing tough times of change, loss, trauma and … Read More >>
W-Sitting and the effects on your child’s growth
“W-sitting” is a position that is too commonly used by children when seated on the ground. In this position, a child sits on their bottom, with knees bent, feet tucked … Read More >>