Our Vision, Values and Education Philosophies

We provide an exceptional environment where tamariki are supported by kaiako, whānau and the local community, to become independent and adventurous learners.

At the heart of all learning is the need for children to have a sense of self and connection as a capable and confident learner.

Whanaungatanga/respectful relationships underpin everything we do – it is through responsive and reciprocal relationships with people, places and things that children have opportunities to try out their ideas, refine their working theories, and develop their sense of agency.

Social-emotional competency is increasingly recognised as one of the most significant areas of early learning and development.

The St Andrew’s College Pre-school provides a nurturing physical and emotional environment, in which the children are encouraged to develop a broad set of skills in social competency, including the ability to form close, secure relationships, engage in positive interactions with others, problem-solve, be persistent, develop strategies for conflict resolution, understand, express, and regulate their emotions, and develop an understanding of positive behaviours for learning.