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Ages
Opening Hours
7:30am - 5:30pm
Closed: Sat, Sun & Public Holidays
Location
Room Details
The Pūkeko tamariki are guided as they navigate social complexities of big ideas and different opinions by a supportive teaching team who recognise the endless learning possibilities. Tamariki are empowered to develop lifelong skills to regulate their emotions, take the lead in their learning journey shaped by their interests and manage their own belongings.
Your Childs Day
The Pūkeko Room is carefully curated each day to ignite curiosity and expand on children’s individual interests. With guidance from Kaiako, children are encouraged to view themselves as confident, capable learners eager to try new things. Essential skills such as independence, self-help, emotional regulation, and problem-solving are nurtured, building a foundation for lifelong learning and boundless possibilities.
With mountain views and sunshine-filled grassy play areas, the Pūkeko Room is a welcoming oasis for exploration and fun. Children can climb, run, dig, and create within our tree-lined space. From sensory play, music, art, dramatic play, and construction, our Kaiako provide endless opportunities to explore and build on working theories about the world. Spontaneous teaching moments enrich individual learning journeys.
Children and whānau are welcomed, and information shared.
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Indoor / Outdoor Play
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Group Time
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Morning Tea
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Inside / Outside play / Toileting
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Lunch Time
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Inside / Outside play / Nappies
12:30 PM - 2:00pm
Tidy up time
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Afternoon Tea
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Pack Bags
2:45 PM - 2:50 PM
End of day story and chat.
2:50 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the Kiwi Room
3:00 PM
FAQ: Common Questions
Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section provides answers to common inquiries about Curious Minds Centres. We understand that choosing the right childcare for your child is a significant decision, and we are here to help you make an informed choice.
Curious Minds Queenstown operates from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday.
We provide morning tea, and afternoon tea each day, catering to various dietary needs to keep your child nourished and energised.
Yes, we have in-house relievers. This ensures your child is cared for by familiar staff, maintaining continuity even when regular teachers are unavailable.
We pride ourselves on excellent staff retention. By offering full pay parity, we attract and retain high-quality educators, ensuring a consistent teaching team for your child’s learning and development.
At Curious Minds Childcare, we prioritise your child's safety and development by maintaining adult-to-child ratios that surpass government standards. This commitment ensures that your child receives attentive care and the freedom to explore their world safely at all times.
We believe in a play-based, child-led approach to early childhood education. Our programmes are grounded in Te Whāriki, which are designed to promote cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development through engaging and hands-on activities
We hold bi-annual parent-teacher meetings to discuss your child’s progress and development. These meetings provide an excellent opportunity for in-depth conversations about your child’s learning journey.
Have More Questions?
Room Leaders
We've got 3 rooms at Island Bay to perfectly match your young ones age and requirements. Catering for babies, toddlers and young kids ages 0.5 - 5 years old.
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