GLEN EDEN
GLENDALE ROAD (09) 818 9913 | MATAKI WAY (09) 218 6407
GLENDENE
BEAZLEY PLACE (09) 836 6495
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 not 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
All Day Fees (8:30am – 3:30pm)
| Times | Under 3s | Over 3 & 4 years old |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | $100 | $50 |
| 3 Days | $140 | $75 |
| 4 Days | $170 | $105 |
| 5 Days | $220 | $135 |
All Day Fees (7:00am – 6:00pm)
| Times | Under 3s | Over 3 & 4 years old |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | $130 | $80 |
| 3 Days | $185 | $110 |
| 4 Days | $230 | $135 |
| 5 Days | $255 | $155 |
Session Fees
| Times | Under 3s | Over 3 & 4 years old |
|---|---|---|
| 8 am – 12 pm | $30 | No Charge |
| 12pm – 4pm | $30 | No Charge |
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
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; and Nappies and Formula are not provided – this must be brought in from home if required.
To be read in conjunction with the Fee Policy.
MATAKI WAY STAFF
Joanne Phillips
Head Teacher
I’m Jo Phillips and I’m head teacher here at Mataki Way, I feel blessed to be part of the dedicated hardworking and passionate teaching team here.
I have twenty years Early Childhood teaching experiences so you could say that teaching is my passion and it is definitely, not just a job. I love every minute of my day exploring and learning with these young children.
I am also blessed to share my life with my husband of 27 years Reg and our three now adult children – Selina, Konrad and Paul. When they were younger, I found it incredible watching them learn , explore and create new understandings and their world and the wider world of their Samoan heritage and culture.
Being with them enabled me to emphasize and understand the challenges and issues that face the whanau in our centre’s and some of the needs and aspirations they may have for their children too. I therefore love sharing and engaging with whanau especially regarding their child’s valued learning and what happens here each day and to understand the experiences children have at home that may be similar.
I believe we are all lifelong learners and learning can be not only challenging but also fun and I truly enjoy working alongside children as their curiosity, creativity and confidence grows. We can explore together and communicate ideas and working theories, whilst making discoveries about the world around us.
Chynelle Pereira
Over 2s Team Leader
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.
Agnes Juhasz
Over 2s Teacher
Akesa Beratabua
Over 2s Teacher
Jessie Tucker
Over 2s Teacher
Nancy Bhayana
Over 2s Teacher
Eleele Afoa
Under 2s Teacher
Sarah Barry
Under 2s Teacher
Talaat Yehia
Chef
