About us
Montessori-at-Otari is a not-for-profit early childhood centre offering a high quality and affordable Montessori education to children aged 0 – 3 (Playgroup) and 3 – 6 (Preschool).
We offer a child-centred programme, supporting the independence and the holistic development (physical, social, emotional, spiritual and intellectual) of each tamaiti | child. Our goal is for each tamaiti to reach their potential, become lifelong ākonga | learners, equipped with life skills to thrive in a changing world, and having the confidence to positively contribute to their community.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to provide excellence in Montessori education closely woven with Te Whāriki/NZ Early Childhood Curriculum and honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are a not-for-profit Preschool for tamariki | children aged around 3 to 6.
Our Values
Our values guide our Preschool. They support our decisions, lead our conduct and reflect the special nature of Montessori at Otari Preschool.
Our values are:
Akoranga: We promote independence, curiosity and creativity, in a Montessori prepared environment that allows individual freedom balanced with responsibility.
Kaitiakitanga: We support, nurture, protect and respect each other, our community and the environment, now and for the future.
Manaakitanga: We show kindness, respect and aroha in everything we do, to enhance the mana of tamariki, kaiako and whānau, where everybody feels welcome and valued.
Whanaungatanga: We collectively foster positive and meaningful relationships.
Kotahitanga: We provide a safe and inclusive environment that is equitable for all and celebrates diversity, to build unity within our community.
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