Newton Road A childcare centre your family will love

 

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A stone’s throw from the beautiful Basque Road Reserve, Lollipops Newton Road is a modern, purpose built centre delivering top quality care and education for under 5s. Our dedicated and professional team are focussed on nurturing and educating and have a genuine love of working with children. Your child will thrive in our happy, relaxed environment which offers a rich learning programme, and plentiful opportunities for exploration and adventure.

Every parent wants the best for their little one. You will find it here at Lollipops Newton Road.

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Location

6 Basque Road, Newton, Auckland 1021

Centre Hours:

Monday to Friday:  7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays

Ages Catered For:

3 months – 5 years

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Nursery
3 rooms
ECE
Excursions
Transitions
Purpose built
Extended hours

I just wanted to send a note to you, and the team at Newton Road to say a huge heartfelt thank you. Thank you for taking such good care of our children, for the support and caring you have shown to the families from the centre. It has been an uncertain and strange time, and Lollipops/Evolve has truly gone above and beyond to communicate, update and support families during this time.

James has been to 3 daycare centres since she was 1, and the reason I wanted to pass on this feedback is that I have never experienced such fantastic communication and a genuine passion for the children as we have at Lollipops Newton Road.

I would not hesitate to recommend your centre to other families, as I know they will feel equally supported and represented within your environment.

It's no small feat to make families feel so safe at such uncertain times. Despite the measures in place for drop off and pick up (and within the centre itself I'm sure), James has been excited to go to daycare with her 2-3 other classmates this last week. It's a huge relief to me that she's so happy to attend, she doesn't even mind having her temperature taken, and being picked up at the door by a teacher in a mask. It's a testament to how much she enjoys being there. And that means everything to me.

So thank you, to you, to Mihiri and to the other wonderful staff.

Ella

Ella

My daughter Leah started at Lollipops Newton Road in May this year and has been so happy ever since. All her initial visits went without a hitch and she was ready to say goodbye well before the time agreed upon.

Her social and communication skills have improved greatly and she comes home every day happy, contented and is always excited to talk about what she did that day. I believe this is down to the dedication of Supriya and her team who put great effort into the planning of activities and tools needed for the toddlers' learning. Each week there is something new introduced and the centre often embarks on excursions which are hugely beneficial.

We have full faith Leah will continue to thrive at Lollipops Newton Road and commend the team for creating such a lovely environment for children to grow and develop.

Natalie
Newton Road

We are happy to formally recognize the teachers' support through the transition process and let them know how much we appreciate all they have done, and continue to do, for Hugo at Lollipops Newton Road.

Overall, the transition process worked really well for us. I liked how it was explained during our initial visit to the center and how thorough it was in practice.

In week one, Hugo was excited to come in for his short visits. I think the biggest benefit for him was the positive experiences he had in the new environment, knowing myself or his dad were there experiencing it with him and the way he was welcomed so warmly by Nav. It was lovely, as a parent, to see him interact with his new space, friends and teachers but also to observe how the teachers worked with the other children and how they managed various situations. It was nice to see the teachers dealing one on one with children who were upset as this is something I still really want for Hugo should he ever be unhappy

Sian Clancy
Newton Road

In the first week I think the length of time for each visit was ideal and coming in the morning meant majority of children were awake so it provided an accurate reflection for us (and Hugo) as to how busy and interactive the room would be throughout the day.
I really appreciated the way Nav showed so much interest in Hugo's personality, his routines, likes and dislikes. I loved the attention she paid to getting to know Hugo as an individual and the respect she showed for the way we do things at home. It was also lovely to see his genealogy requested and the way Te Reo was incorporated in this.

During the second week, Hugo seemed really comfortable at Lollipops and enjoyed his longer stays without us there the whole time. He didn't seem to mind when we left as he was busy exploring the new environment. The teachers made sure he was integrated in the activities they were facilitating.

Sian

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Wrapping up the year!

What a fantastic start to the month we’ve had with our celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights! The children had an amazing time singing, dancing, and creating their own diyas, which they later lit up, illuminating the space with joy. We also made some delicious sweets, which we shared with our parents—another lovely way to bring our community together. A special highlight was the photo shoot we organized for the children. They absolutely loved it, and we can’t wait for the parents to enjoy the professional photos of their little ones. Science continues to be an exciting part of our curriculum. The children’s curiosity was piqued as they explored the mystery of why pinecones open and close. This hands-on experiment was a great way to help them develop crucial skills like understanding cause and effect, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Another favourite was our sensory nature tray, where the children explored the textures, colours, and smells of various flowers and leaves. They observed how the changing seasons affect nature, sparking thoughtful questions and encouraging them to think critically. This activity also helped strengthen their sensory awareness, fine motor skills, language development, and understanding of mathematical concepts, all while fostering social interaction. Our balloon painting activity was a colourful and fun experience! As the children painted, they experimented with mixing colours and creating patterns, watching as new shades emerged before their eyes. This creative experience promoted not only artistic expression but also critical thinking, communication, and fine motor skills. In the babies’ room, we had a delightful gardening session, where we introduced the children to our newly planted carrot plants. The children were so excited to pull one out of the soil, eagerly exploring the carrot’s vibrant colour and texture. We sliced it up for tea, and the children enjoyed tasting the fruits of their exploration. This hands-on experience provided a wonderful opportunity for them to connect with nature and learn about where our food comes from. Our tamariki also had fun experimenting with different textures using gloop, playdough, and clay. They got creative making gingerbread men and even joined in the kitchen to bake cupcakes—a well-deserved sweet treat after all their hard work! Through these activities, the children are building connections, exploring the world around them, and nurturing their curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking, all aligned with the principles of Te Whāriki. Connectios to Te Whāriki (ECE Curriculum) Learning Outcomes: In our learning environment, children are encouraged to: Make connections between people, places, and things in their world | te waihanga hononga Keep themselves healthy and care for themselves | te oranga nui Engage in play, imagination, invention, and experimentation | te whakaaro me te tūhurahura i te pūtaiao

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October Highlights: Learning, Play, and Celebrations

Kia Ora! It’s been a busy month at the centre with lots of exciting activities and experiences for the children. We’ve recently received a large shipment of new toys, bikes, and furniture, all of which the children have been thoroughly enjoying. They’ve been using the magnetic tiles to build different shapes and have shown great interest in exploring the insect specimens that came with the new resources. In addition, our family corner has been stocked with a variety of food items, and the children have loved cooking and sharing meals together! The children also had a fun outing to the local grocery store, where they explored the different foods available and purchased the ingredients needed to make a fruit salad. They carefully chose the fruits and counted how many were required, then returned to the centre to prepare and enjoy the delicious salad they created together. Another highlight was the “Walking Water” science experiment, which left the children in awe as they observed the process. The excitement didn’t stop there—we also baked muffins for afternoon tea, and the children had a great time both making and eating them! We had two wonderful celebrations this month: Halloween and Diwali. For Halloween, the children dressed up in costumes, and the over-2s enjoyed a fun piñata activity, where they had to bash the piñata to release the treats inside. The excitement continued with our Diwali celebration, where the children made and painted diyas and even prepared some sweets to mark the occasion. Be sure to check out the photos! As for the babies, they’ve been enjoying listening to live guitar music played by one of our student teachers. Dancing to the various songs has been a great source of joy for them. The babies also took part in the celebrations, with some watching and others joining in the dancing during Diwali. It’s been a wonderful way to start the new month! Connections to Te Whāriki (ECE Curriculum) Learning Outcomes: Children are provided with an environment where: • Making connections between people, places, and things in their world | te waihanga hononga • Keeping themselves healthy and caring for themselves | te oranga nui • Playing, imagining, inventing, and experimenting | te whakaaro me te tūhurahura i te pūtaiao

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September Blog

Welcome to our September blog for Lollipops Newton Road

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Childcare Assistance Update

Effective 1 April 2023, more people will be eligible for subsidy and the hourly subsidy rates will increase.

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