Four Seasons Rudolf Steiner Kindergarten

A PICTURE OF WHAT OUR KINDERGARTEN WILL LOOK LIKE: Start time: A rolling start time between 8.30am and 9am Finish time: Optional 12.30 finish, or 2.30 finish. 20 children 2 qualified teachers Meals: 2 snack meals of fruit and crackers, and 1 cooked meal at lunchtime. Cost: there will be a small contribution towards the organic food. There will be ? a natural and unhurried approach to childhood ? time and space for the wonder of discovering the natural environment. ? an education for the whole child ? spirit, mind and body. ? rhythm to the days activities ? flow between time spent in free play, and time spent together as a group. ? circle activities, storytelling, puppetry, art projects, song ? preparing and enjoying healthy food together, ? indoor and outdoor free play, each day, rain or shine, ? rest time ? simple toys made out of wood, nuts, seeds and seashells. ? gentle imagery and song to guide children through transitions. ? practical activities such as cooking, cleaning and gardening. ? celebration of seasonal festivals ? connection with Te Whariki, New Zealandfs early childhood curriculum ? continued parent involvement through initiatives and workshops, so that parents are able to fully participate within their childfs early childhood education.