Celebrating Māori Language Week at The Vines

Celebrating Māori Language Week at The Vines

Through September, tamariki and kaiako at The Vines Early Learning Centre joined in recognising Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week. This year’s theme was “Ake ake ake – A Forever Language”. This special week is about more than learning new words and...
Painting as a Pathway to Learning and Growth

Painting as a Pathway to Learning and Growth

At The Vines Early Learning Centre in West Auckland, we see every child as a creative thinker, a curious learner, and a capable explorer. One of the many ways we nurture tamariki is through painting: a powerful tool for creativity, confidence, and self-expression....
Little Builders, Big Learners

Little Builders, Big Learners

Construction play at the vines This July, our four-year-olds in the Karepe Room have been busy building, creating and learning together through our current topic: Little Builders, Big Learners. It’s been exciting to see what our tamariki come up with when they’re...

June 2025 Newsletter From The Vines

Welcome to the June 2025 Newsletter From The Vines  Thank you … Thank you so much for all your lovely Google reviews!! The Winner of the $100 Pak N Save voucher is …..   Tayler Alexander (Isla’s Mum) Get In Touch MATARIKI – Honouring The Past,...
Learning through nature at The Vines ELC

Learning through nature at The Vines ELC

At The Vines Early Learning Centre in West Auckland, we believe that some of the best learning happens outside. There’s no better way to help our young people connect with the world around them than with muddy knees, curious minds and wide eyes. However, as we’re told...