Let's Get Playing

Play is a valued mode of learning where children can explore, experiment, discover, and solve problems in imaginative and playful ways. 



Embracing a play-based learning curriculum allows children to... 

• Begin flexibly problem solving, analysing, evaluating, applying knowledge, innovation, and creativity
• This type of learning often leads to playing with a friend and the start of friendships
• Develop skills such as; language development, cooperation, negotiation, leadership, empathy, active listening, and compromise
• To be creative and become storytellers through their play
• To share their ideas and contribute to their own play and learning, taking on the lead

Te Whāriki: 
Exploration | Mana Aotūroa - Children will become increasingly more capable of playing, imagining, inventing and experimenting.