Welcome to Montessori at Otari Preschool & Playgroup

How we will achieve our vision

• Supporting the holistic development of each child (physical, social, emotional, spiritual and intellectual);

• Encouraging each child to be a life- long learner with the confidence to positively contribute in their community;

• Providing high quality,  authentic Montessori Early Childhood education, with well trained and experienced staff;

• Applying  MANZ guiding principles, closely woven to TeWhariki , honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and incorporating the Virtues Project;

• Promoting the biculturalism of Aotearoa and embracing the cultural diversity of our unique community;

• Facilitating the involvement of our whanau, staff, Council, Otari Primary school and the wider community to foster positive, respectful relationships

Our values guide our Preschool.  They support our decisions, lead our conduct and reflect the special nature of Montessori at Otari Preschool.   

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.

The Montessori philosophy advocates the holistic development of the child. It is based on a belief in the child's innate potential. Montessori education from the earliest years will prepare your child for life by encouraging:

• Independence 

• Concentration

• Coordination

• Self esteem

• Inner motivation

• Respect for each other

• Respect for their environment

• A love of learning