Nature’s Point is dedicated to providing enriched learning experiences for your child. Our unique location allows us to explore the outdoors, as well as bringing nature into the classroom. Our teachers act as facilitators to your child’s education and care, allowing them to explore freely and create their own learning experiences.
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How Nature-Based Learning Helps Children Build Confidence
Confidence plays an important role in how children learn, communicate and interact with the world around them. Children who feel confident are often more willing to:
Screen Time vs Green Time: What Research Says About Child Development
Technology is now part of everyday life for most families. While digital devices can offer educational benefits, research increasingly highlights the importance of balancing screen time with outdoor experiences.
Why Outdoor Play Is Essential for Early Childhood Development
In a world increasingly shaped by screens, schedules and indoor routines, outdoor play has never been more important for young children. Across New Zealand, more parents are recognising the value of nature-based learning and the positive impact outdoor experiences can have on child development.
Childcare Costs in Auckland: What You Really Pay (And How to Save)
Childcare in Auckland doesn’t have to break the bank – here’s whatparents should know. For many families, one of the biggest questions when choosing childcare in Auckland is cost. Parents want a place where their child is happy, supported and learning well – but they also need childcare to be realistic and affordable for everyday…
How Outdoor Time Supports Mental Health and Emotional Regulation
Resilience is a child’s ability to cope when things feel hard, then try again with support. For children aged 2–5, resilience doesn’t look like “toughing it out”. It looks like learning to name feelings, calm their body, and practise simple problem-solving—one small moment at a time.
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OUR EVENTS
Celebrating Pink Shirt Day at Nature’s Point:
Our tamariki and teachers came together wearing pink to spread kindness, inclusion, and friendship. Through meaningful conversations, activities, and shared experiences, children learned the importance of standing up against bullying and showing respect and empathy towards others.
Celebrating ANZAC Day at Nature’s Point:
we came together to acknowledge and learn about ANZAC Day in a meaningful and age-appropriate way. The children explored ideas of remembrance, courage, and honour through thoughtful discussions and hands-on activities.
Celebrating Father’s Day at Nature’s Point:
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made our Father’s Day celebration so special! To our amazing kaiako and student teachers – thank you for preparing our tamariki with beautiful waiata and fun activities.
Samoan Language Day Celebration at Nature’s Point
At Nature’s Point, we joyfully celebrated Samoan Language Day, embracing the rich culture and traditions of Samoa. We learned basic Samoan greetings such as “Talofa” (hello), “Faafetai” (thank you), “Fa’amolemole” (please), “Tofa” (goodbye), and “Afio mai” (welcome).
Superhero & Disney Character Day: Celebrating Real and Imaginary Heroes!
Today at Nature’s Point, we had an exciting day celebrating Superhero and Favourite Disney Character Day! Children came dressed as their favourite heroes and Disney characters, bringing magic and fun into our day.
Pyjama Day at Nature’s Point: Building Belonging Through Comfort and Fun
What a fabulous day we had celebrating Pyjama Day at the centre! Everyone—tamariki and kaiako—came dressed in their coziest pyjamas, creating a warm, relaxed, and joyful atmosphere.