Our Philosophy
At Mighty Minds Educare Bucklands Beach, we want to give our tamariki the right start in life, and ensure they have the best future possible.
We believe respect, confidence and independence will build a better future for all. Through encouraging positive relationships where everyone is welcomed and treated like whanau.
We strive to provide enjoyable learning environment in which everyone can contribute openly to our learning.
We encourage children to work independently but always within the context of a wider community, with differing ages, races and abilities.
We place great importance in children’s learning through play, recognising interests, strengths, and abilities. We listen to children’s voices, ideas, and offer a balanced program whereby children’s learning is extended by teachers planned and imitated activities.
We are committed to Te Tiriti of Waitangi which laid the foundation of Aotearoa New Zealand. Te Reo, tikanga and kaupapa Maori are woven into our daily practice. We acknowledge that we are a multicultural society, and value all cultures, religions and beliefs within our centre and beyond.
Meet our teachers
Sarajane Frost
Early Childhood Teacher
Team Leader
Qualification:
Bachelor of Teaching (Early childhood education)
Diploma in Graphic Communication
About me:
Kia Ora! My name is Sarajane and I am a fully qualified teacher at Little Cubs Kindergarten.
I started out doing design and art at university and whilst studying I was nannying for a family.
I soon recognised that my passion was for early learning and after the completion of my diploma I moved on to a Bachelor of Education.
I am passionate about the arts and outdoor play. I love seeing children developing and exploring their creativity through different mediums. I believe that children are competent and capable learners and that all children deserve the right to a safe and loving early childhood experience.
Xing Huang
Early Childhood Teacher
Qualification:
Graduate Diploma of Teaching
About me:
I moved from China in 1999 with my husband and oldest daughter. Then in 2004 I had my youngest daughter.
I have been an ECE teacher since 2010 and have a passion for working with young children.
I speak fluent Mandarin and English and I use both languages with all children. I believe every child is unique and should have an equal opportunity to learn.
Nicole Williams
Early Childhood Teacher
Qualification:
Bachelor of Teaching (Early childhood education)
About me:
I am 27yrs old and ever since I can remember I have had a passion for working with young children.
In High School I did a gateway course in Kindergarten and fell in love with the environment. I then moved to Wellington to explore the capital and then moved to Taupo to study and fulfil my dream of becoming a teacher. I am now living here in Auckland with friends and enjoying what the big city has to offer.
Anna Vuong
Early Childhood Teacher
Qualification:
Early Childhood Education Level 5
About me:
I have 2 amazing children with my partner Jon. I speak fluent English and simple phrases in Cantonese and Mandarin.
I have been working with children for 3 years and I am passionate about ensuring our children are given the right to feel equal and be loved.