Turua Early Learning Centre
Affordable fees
50% off fees for your first 3 months for all ages
Kia ora!
Kia ora!
About this centre
Exciting times for Turua are here! On January 9, an existing Barnardos building, formerly the Te Totara Early Learning Centre in Hamilton, was divided into nine pieces and relocated to Turua by road. Subject to funding, the disassembled building will be rebuilt and renovated on a new site owned by Hauraki District Council adjacent to the current Early Learning Centre.
Find out more about it here.
Turua Early Learning Centre is a welcoming, safe and vibrant environment where your child will develop their creativity, confidence and love for learning.
- Our spacious outdoor area has a huge sandpit, a little hill perfect for running up and rolling down and even our very own hut that our tamariki love.
- We love to visit the native bush nearby to explore, discover and see what creepy crawlies we can uncover.
- Your child’s individual nature and uniqueness will be embraced and celebrated by our nurturing teaching team.
Flexible hours
Open 7:30am-5:30pm with part or full day options
Affordable fees
50% off fees for your first 3 months for all ages
BYO lunch box
Fresh food packed by each family
Large outdoors
Spacious, secure and fun environment
Expertise and knowledge
Experienced in early learning for 50 years
0–6 years
Individualised development, support and resources
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More about us
New building coming soon!
Exciting times for Turua are coming. Subject to funding, an existing Barnardos building, formerly the Te Totara Early Learning Centre in Hamilton, will be divided into nine pieces and relocated to Turua by road. The disassembled building will be rebuilt and renovated on a new site owned by Hauraki District Council adjacent to the current Early Learning Centre.
Read more about it here.
Convenience
Our aim is to create the best conditions for your child's learning, wellbeing and care. We also know how important it is to give you the convenience you need and reassurance that your child is in safe hands. Our location, loving team and tailored environment are all waiting to be discovered by your whānau.
Full day or part day options, Storypark - our online parent communication tool, are just some of the ways we try to make things a little easier for parents. Local excursions and fun activities are just the beginning when it comes to being the best we can be for your child.
Engaging environment
Our happy and nurturing environment will inspire, stimulate and empower your child to learn in their own unique way. The outdoor spaces challenge and excite the imagination, while our spacious and light filled indoor areas offer room for reading, rest, and engaging indoor learning experiences. Our children love painting, waiata and the many natural play areas they have to discover.
Staff who nurture and inspire
Our qualified and experienced teachers are committed to caring for and nurturing your child. They build a strong connection with each child throughout their early learning journey and go out of their way to ensure every child feels supported and their unique needs are met.
Our teachers create positive opportunities for your child to develop physically, mentally and emotionally. They help guide your child as they navigate new friendships, master new skills and build independence and resilience to get ready for school and lay the foundations for lifelong learning.
Connecting with the outdoors
We only know who we are, by knowing where we come from. That's why building a strong connection with nature and our local community is so important. We believe it helps your child develop a sense of belonging and identity and positively influences their learning experiences.
We're so lucky to have so many wonderful options on our doorstep here at Turua. We love to visit the native bush nearby to explore, discover and see what creepy crawlies we can uncover.
Nutrition and wellbeing
We encourage healthy eating habits and offer healthy snacks for morning and afternoon tea to compliment each childs BYO lunchbox and food they bring from home. The children also love being involved and we use the vegetables and herbs we grow, in our baking.
Our centre is nut free and we're happy to cater for any allergy or other dietary requirements as required.
Fees and subsidies
We want to make your child's early learning and care experience as affordable as possible. We are a not for profit organisation, so everything we do goes back into supporting your child, the centre and our community.
Our fees include:
- Quality education, care and activities provided by our team of teachers
- Healthy snacks
- Local outings
Current offer:
Enroll today and receive 50% of fees for the first 3 months.*
Terms & Conditions:
- Valid for all ages
- Valid for new enrolments only
- Minimum 30 hours per week, maximum of 6 hours per day
Did you know you may eligible for fee and ECE subsidies? Talk to our Centre Manager for further information.
What's happening
Learning through play
Our team of teachers are guided by Te Whariki – NZ’s Early Childhood Curriculum. They work closely with your child and respond to their unique curiosities by creating an environment that is reflective of each child's needs.
Connecting with whānau
Our whole community benefits from families and whanau being involved in our centre and their children's learning. Connecting with you via Storypark and celebrating festivals are just some of the ways we include families and whānau.
Community Connection
From growing their own veggies and herbs in our veggie patch to local excursions in the community, we constantly look for ways for your child to explore the connection between their community, their environment and themselves.
Stay in touch with Storypark
We use Storypark to record and communicate learning as it happens via photos, video, audio and observations within a secure online environment. Parents and whānau can receive instant feedback and plan new ways to extend their child’s unique interests and abilities.
Testimonials
“Excellent teachers with so many years of experience, who genuinely care about the children and their families. The environment they have created is stimulating and fun, and the kids have access to the local bush and domain. The hours that the centre is open are ideal for working parents as well. I would never go anywhere else.”
Amy Turua“Wonderful and amazing teaching staff who go out of their way to provide a learning environment that is fun, adventurous and benefits the uniqueness of each child.”
Shana Turua
