Ages 2 - 3 Years

Kiwi Room

Encouraging Exploration and Growth in the Kiwi Room for your child at Island Bay

Ratio

The Kiwi Room has a teacher/child ratio of 1:1

Ages

The Kiwi room is for children ages, 2 - 3 years old

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday
7:30am - 6:00pm Closed: Sat, Sun & Public Holidays
Contact us

Location

112 The Parade, Island Bay, Wellington, New Zealand
Directions
The Centre

Room Details

For children aged 2 to 3 years, the Kiwi Room provides an exciting environment where children can begin exploring the world around them. Our educators create a range of engaging activities that support motor skill development, language acquisition, and social interaction. With plenty of opportunities for creative play, the Kiwi Room helps children grow their independence and confidence in a safe, supervised setting.

Sleeping Area
Ages 2 - 3 Years
1:4 Teacher / Child Ratio
Day to day

Your Childs Day

At Curious Minds Island Bay, we carefully design each day to support your child’s growth, learning, and well-being. Our daily routine offers a balance of structured activities and free play, creating an engaging and nurturing environment where children thrive. Nappy changes run throughout the day depending on the child’s home routine.

Welcome and child-led play

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Mat time and morning tea

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Combination of teacher-led and child-led play inside and outside

9:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Mat time and lunch

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Combination of teacher-led and child-led play inside and outside

11:45 AM - 2:00 PM

Afternoon tea

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Combination of teacher-led and child-led play inside and outside with a late snack provided

2:45 PM - 6:00 PM

ASk a question

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.

Operating Hours:

All our centres operate from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

Do we provide meals?

Yes, meals are included in the fees. We provide a nutritious hot lunch, morning tea, and afternoon tea each day, catering to various dietary needs to keep your child nourished and energized.

Do we use relievers?

Yes, we have in-house relievers. This ensures your child is cared for by familiar staff, maintaining continuity even when regular teachers are unavailable.

Staff Rentention

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.

Child to Teacher Ratio

At Curious Minds Childcare, we prioritise your child's safety and development by maintaining adult-to-child ratios that surpass government standards. While regulations stipulate a 1:5 ratio for children under two, our nurseries operate with a 1:4 ratio, and in some cases, even 1:3. This commitment ensures that your child receives attentive care and the freedom to explore their world safely at all times.

Approach to Early Childhood Education:

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

How Often are Parent Teacher Meetings?

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?

Our friendly team at Curious Minds will be more than willing to help and answer any questions you may have.
Our People

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.

Manager
Beth Dent
5 years managing Island Bay childcare, 10 Year in ECE
Cook
Beth Dent
5 years managing Island Bay childcare, 10 Year in ECE
Reception
Beth Dent
5 years managing Island Bay childcare, 10 Year in ECE

Book a tour of the Kiwi Room

See if the Kiwi room at Curious Minds Island Bay is right for your child