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Nurturing Children’s
Life Long Love
For Learning
MATAKI WAY CHILDCARE CENTRE IN GLEN EDEN
If you’re searching for comfortable, nurturing childcare in Mataki Way, Glen Eden, Our Kids Early Learning Centre offers a striking view of the large, native trees and the hills of the Waitakere ranges from our location in Glen Eden. Located in a new subdivision at 3 Mataki Way off Pleasant Road, our latest centre offers spaces for 15 under-2s and 45 preschool children.
NURTURING CHILDREN'S LIFELONG LOVE FOR LEARNING
At Our Kids Early Learning Centre, our main vision is to empower children’s sense of self and foster their ability to direct their own learning in a nurturing, open, autonomous, and child-centered environment.
The inside spaces of our Mataki Way childcare centre are thoughtfully designed to cultivate children’s curiosity and comfort in a respectful and homely environment. Careful considerations have been given to the aesthetics and natural elements to help instill a sense of belonging. The centre features a stunning outdoor area, with a strong focus on the natural setting where children will be encouraged to explore, learn, and grow in an environment that is both engaging and challenging.
At Our Kids Early Learning Centre, we have a vision of a childcare environment that cultivates mental, physical, and personal growth in children. We’re excited that our Mataki Way childcare centre is now open and we love that we can share our vision with the local community.
ON-SITE COOK CATERING FOR ALL DIETS
Our resident cook provides morning, lunch, and afternoon food breaks, taking into consideration all nutritional guidelines and any special dietary requirements such as allergies. Our Kids teachers encourage positive attitudes in children to support healthy food choices. We have created a four-week cycle menu in collaboration with families and in tandem with the NZ Heart Foundation’s nutrition guidelines.
TAKING ENROLLMENTS AT OUR NEW MATAKI WAY CENTRE
Our childcare centre in Mataki Way is now open, 7 am to 6 pm, 5 days a week. Please contact our centre to schedule a visit. Our teachers will gladly show you around our beautiful centre and answer any questions you may have.
Centres Details
License: 60 children
Ratios: Infants and Toddlers 1:4, Preschool 1:8
Opening Times: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm
Address: 3 Mataki Way, Glen Eden, Auckland 0602
Contact Us: 09 218 6407
Looking to Enrol?
To enrol your child, please come into the centre at any time during business hours. Alternatively, phone or email us to make an appointment. We can answer any questions you have, let you know availability for your child’s age group, send you an enrolment form and discuss the enrolment process.
The best way to find out if we’re the right centre for you is by seeing it for yourself. Please come in for a visit, we’d love to meet you.
If you want to read more about Our Kids, please download our parent handbook.
Mataki Way Day Care Fees
School Day Fees
(8:30am – 3:30pm)
| Times | Under 3s | Over 3 & 4 years old |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | $100 | $50 |
| 3 Days | $140 | $75 |
| 4 Days | $184 | $110 |
| 5 Days | $230 | $145 |
All Day Fees
(7:00am – 6:00pm)
| Times | Under 3s | Over 3 & 4 years old |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | $130 | $80 |
| 3 Days | $190 | $110 |
| 4 Days | $235 | $140 |
| 5 Days | $270 | $170 |
Session Fees
(8:00am – 12:00pm or 12:30pm - 4:30pm)
| Under 3s | Over 3 & 4 years old |
|---|---|
| $30 per Session | FREE (Enrolment Fee Applies) |
20 ECE Hours
We offer 20 ECE hours for all 3 and 4 year olds enrolled at our centres.
They can receive up to 6 hours per day to a maximum of 20 hours per week free. See the daycare fees table for more details.
Subsidised Childcare
You may be eligible for WINZ subsidies or assistance through the Working for Families initiative. Please ask us for more information on your entitlements and how to apply for them. We have some childcare subsidy forms available at the centre if you need them.
Enrolment Conditions
2 Day Enrolments for all ages and sessions for under 2s are offered at discretion and subject to availability.
Our Kids Early Learning Centre fees include high quality teacher ratios above Ministry of Education Standards. A $50 enrollment fee will be due upon enrollment to confirm your place.
Two weeks’ notice is required when terminating enrollment.
Food is provided.
Nappies and Formula are not provided – this must be brought in from home if required.
MATAKI WAY STAFF
Sarah Barry
Under 2 Head Teacher
Hi, I’m Sarah and I joined the Our Kids family in September 2019. I hold a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) and I have been teaching for the last 12 years.
My passion is to foster a calm, relaxing environment in order to create opportunities for children to explore freely. I am influenced by the works of Emmi Pikler and Madga Gerber, and I teach with a respectful approach to care and education which forms the basis of my teaching philosophy. I am constantly learning from the children by slowing down, observing the children and seeing them for who they are in order to build trusting, authentic relationships. Building strong relationships with tamariki, family and whanau is imperative and underpins all my work.
Outside of work I am a mother of 3 Children Olivia 16, Liam 12 and Mila 8. I am proud to be part of the teaching team here in the Glen Haven room where respect, patience and love are valued and encouraged.
Chynelle Pereira
Over 2s Head Teacher
Kia ora and hello! I Chynelle hail from India, the land of festivals. New Zealand became home to me in 2014 when I arrived here to complete my graduate diploma in Early Childhood Education from New Zealand Tertiary College. Back home in India, I completed my Bachelors in Sociology and History and my first year of Masters in History.
The passion for teaching emerged as I have grown up in a family filled with a majority of teachers. Watching them day in and day out inspired me to take it up as a profession. I’m glad to say that I enjoy and love every bit of it. I feel privileged to be part of an amazing team here at Our Kids, Mataki Way.
My philosophy and practice is moulded around a famous children’s advocate Magda Gerber where strong emphasis is given to respectful practice. I believe it aligns well with my beliefs of providing a stimulating, challenging yet safe and fun environment where children can naturally unfold their strengths and interests. I aim to nurture, encourage and support the children and families in the best way possible.
Eleele Afoa
Under 2s Teacher
Fei Li
Under 2s Teacher
Samantha Faytaren
Under 2s Teacher
Agnes Juhasz
Over 2s Teacher
Akesa Beratabua
Over 2s Teacher
Atiqa Tariq
Over 2s Teacher
Nancy Bhayana
Over 2s Teacher
Talaat Yehia
Chef
