https://www.daystarchildcare.co.nz/oufamilies daily 0.75 2017-04-05 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/5892f5df725e25be04c5fcc9/58e4bbe9ebbd1a24418344e8/1491389186483/IMG_4419.jpg Our Families - Ian, Ailsa & Hamish I can't speak highly enough of DayStar. A beautiful and stimulating environment, amazing communication between teachers and children (and parents alike), loving and providing such a caring place for our very precious little people. My boys are so confident, have so much fun and never want to leave! They are nurtured and encouraged to grow into independent and inquisitive and caring little boys. Thank you DayStar! https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/5892f5df725e25be04c5fcc9/58e4bc269de4bbecc7776bbe/1491385485721/IMG_6589.jpg Our Families - Jessica, Nathan & Bastian Bastian started his first day at DayStar as the youngest at the centre and it has been the most amazing journey to see him grow to become a confident little young man who is excited about learning and exploring. We really value the family feel about DayStar where the teachers know each child intimately and work together with the parent to support their development. It has been heart-warming to see Bastian come home and excited to share new songs, stories, and project that he has learnt during the day. What has been most special is the friendship he has developed with the children and teachers at DayStar. Our sincere thanks to all the teachers and support staff that makes DayStar an environment that instil good Christian values and desire for learning. https://www.daystarchildcare.co.nz/contact daily 0.75 2018-07-11 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/t/58e4ccbd3e00beb355b556bb/1491389663721/DayStar Contact https://www.daystarchildcare.co.nz/people daily 0.75 2018-07-11 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de248637c58106c9ce5e77/58e4b8b103596e54866df0d4/1491385170742/ Our People - Ian, Ailsa & Hamish I can't speak highly enough of Daystar. A beautiful and stimulating environment, amazing communication between teachers and children (and parents alike), loving and providing such a caring place for our very precious little people. My boys are so confident, have so much fun and never want to leave! They are nurtured and encouraged to grow into independent and inquisitive and caring little boys. Thank you Daystar https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de248637c58106c9ce5e77/58f6d4699de4bb1ffcecb0ed/1531269971819/IMG_6500.jpg Our People - Jennifer I have graduated with a Bachelor in Teaching (ECE). Being a head teacher and having many years of experience in the leadership role have allowed me to gain knowledge and skills to be a supportive, bicultural and flexible leader. I believe it is important to empower everyone within the center (colleagues, children, families) and to work alongside with our children. My teaching philosophy is drawn from various theorists and philosophies around the world. I believe that children learn and develop in an environment where the teacher has a respectful image of the child. The teachers’ role is to be a co-researcher and co-constructor in the learning process, which allows children time and space to discover their own working theories, explore, problem solve, question and reflect. I recognise that children’s innate curiosity drives their interest to understand their world and their place within it. Children are rich with wonder and knowledge and they have their own individual identity and ways of learning. Therefore, I draw upon different approaches to teaching and learning, so that I demonstrate an understanding of children’s physical, personal, social, emotional and spiritual well being, as well as their cognitive aspects of learning. In my leisure time, I am an avid gamer, enjoy reading books and spending time with my family. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de248637c58106c9ce5e77/58f6d516893fc0eeb1e8deb2/1531270048916/IMG_6573.jpg Our People - Ringi Kia Ora. Teaching in Early Childhood is my passion and I have been part of the teaching staff at Daystar since its inception in 1981. I am a Cook Island Maori, and can understand and korero in Maori, especially in the Ngapuhi dialect. I enjoy Gardening and Cook Island quilting in my spare time. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de248637c58106c9ce5e77/58f6d5ce37c58165beb75be6/1531270648174/IMG_6359.jpg Our People - Min Kia Ora. I am originally from China but now call New Zealand home. I believe that the first five years of life are a period of incredible growth in all areas of a child’s development and I am passionate about children participating in learning experiences that allow them to explore, discover and build social, emotional and language development. I love the honest enthusiasm that children bring to life and love being part of their development. In my leisure time, I enjoy reading fiction books, listening to music and spending time with my family. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de248637c58106c9ce5e77/5aa8551a419202c43916f7a8/1531266837897/Deepa-0009.jpg Our People - Deepa Kia Ora. I am the Centre Manager at Daystar. I have completed the Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education from University of Auckland and the Post Graduate Diploma in Business from Unitec. I am originally from India, have lived in several countries, and now call New Zealand home. In my role, I equally enjoy teaching children and mentoring teachers. My teaching philosophy involves forming strong and trusting relationships in order to create a rich learning environment. I am huge believer in the concept of ako, where I not only teach, but also learn from the ākonga/student. In my leisure time, I enjoy travelling, watching movies and spending time with my family. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de248637c58106c9ce5e77/5aa857510d9297e66defb34e/1520981856215/7sq.jpg Our People - name https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de248637c58106c9ce5e77/5b29b4bf2b6a2860692272c9/1531270561544/Daystar+headshots-Daystar+headshots-0020.jpg Our People - Margarita Privet, Kia ora and Hello! My name is Margarita. I am originally from Russia, where I studied to become a Primary Teacher. However, when I arrived to New Zealand in 2007, I realised that my passion was to work with little children. I studied at Auckland University in 2014 and have a bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education. My previous teaching experience was in the private sector of early childhood and I am so grateful to be now working in Daystar, which has a very homely feel to it. My personal philosophy is based on mutual respect and open trusting communication with the children, parents and teachers. I strongly believe in giving each child an equal opportunity to learn, grow and develop into confident and competent individuals. I hope to combine my knowledge of the Reggio philosophy and Te Whaariki curriculum to support children’s learning journey at Daystar. I am passionate about enhancing children’s curiosity and their sense of wonder in a stimulating and positive environment. In my leisure time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, watching movies and reading fiction books. https://www.daystarchildcare.co.nz/index daily 1.0 2019-07-25 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de25ecd2b857c18a39ead4/58e4b1baf7e0abde3be99cab/1564035361821/IMG_4844.jpg Daystar Childcare & Early Learning Centre https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58de25ecd2b857c18a39ead4/58e4b12a20099ef892be8ea9/1491382570331/ Daystar Childcare & Early Learning Centre https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/t/5b455d040e2e72e0041093c9/1531272455027/Logo.jpg Daystar Childcare & Early Learning Centre https://www.daystarchildcare.co.nz/ourstory daily 0.75 2019-07-25 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58e4a8d820099ef892be5da9/58e4c608e3df281cebdb2be6/1564035343900/IMG_4616.jpg Our Story - THEN In 1981 our DayStar villa on View Road was bought by a member of the community, from the neighbouring church now known as Eden Community Church. As a pledge to the community it was decided that the then growing suburb of Mt Eden was in need of quality & heartfelt childcare. Accordingly, it was kindly gifted to a new incorporated society created to serve children and the community. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58919dece3df28c01a3408ae/58e4a8d820099ef892be5da9/58e4c8a520099ef892bf2ecf/1491389004644/IMG_5400.jpg Our Story - NOW Our lovingly refurbished villa has been a special home to many little ones, 35 at a time, over the years as they prepare for school and the many wonders of the world. 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