Toki Explorers

💦🌿 Adventure was calling today, and our tamariki answered!

While out on our walk, we discovered the perfect muddy puddle just waiting to be explored. There were plenty of splashes, giggles and muddy gumboots as the tamariki embraced the joy of nature and all the learning that comes with it.

At Toki Explorers, we encourage all tamariki to have a pair of gumboots at the centre, always ready for adventure. After all, the best childhood memories are often made with muddy feet, curious minds and happy hearts. 🤎🍃

Fun in the sun at Toki 🌞

🌈 Sunshine, smiles and plenty of active fun! ☀️

Our tamariki have been making the most of the beautiful weather while exploring our new rainbow balls and practising their throwing skills. From aiming for the hoop to celebrating every successful shot, they have been building hand-eye coordination, confidence and teamwork through play.

What a wonderful way to enjoy a sunny day! 💛🌈🏀

✂️ Z is for Zigzag! ✂️

This week we're exploring the letter Z, and our tamariki have been busy practising their fine motor skills with some fun zigzag cutting! 💚

Snip, snip, snip... building hand strength, coordination, and confidence one zigzag at a time! 🌿✂️

☀️ Friday feels! ☀️

Soaking up the winter sunshine, sharing smiles, and enjoying each other's company. Days like these are what childhood is all about. 💛🌿

🦖 J is for Jurassic Park! 🦕

Our Letter of the Week is J, and we couldn't resist creating this adorable little Jurassic Park setup! 🌿✨

The tamariki have been busy exploring a world of dinosaurs through imaginative play, storytelling, and hands-on learning. It's a fun way to build early literacy while sparking curiosity, creativity, and lots of roaring adventures! 🦕💚

🌿 Misty Morning Magic 🦙

Our Adventurers have started the day with a beautiful misty walk to visit the llamas next door. There's no better way to begin the morning than exploring nature, making connections, and creating special memories together. 💚

❄️🌧️ It was the perfect cold and rainy day for our Pyjama & Movie Day here at Toki Explorers! 💙

The price of admission? Just one high-five ✋ and one big smile 😊.

Our tamariki are all snuggled up, warm and cosy, enjoying the timeless classic Winnie the Pooh together. There's nothing better than a day filled with comfy PJs, friendship, and a little movie magic! 🍿🐻💛

This week at Toki Explorers we're exploring the letter J with a fun Jelly Bean Jar Counting activity! Our tamariki are making predictions, counting carefully, comparing numbers, and building their early maths skills through hands-on play.

Learning through play makes counting even sweeter! 🍬

Last week we came together to celebrate Matariki with a special Art Exhibition and shared kai alongside our wonderful tamariki and whānau.

Over the past few weeks, our tamariki have been learning about the stars of Matariki through meaningful conversations, creative experiences, and hands-on exploration. They worked incredibly hard to create the beautiful artworks showcased at our exhibition, and we couldn't be prouder of everything they achieved.

A heartfelt thank you to all of our whānau who joined us to celebrate this special occasion and for contributing delicious kai to share. It was a wonderful afternoon filled with connection, creativity, and community.

✨ Matariki reminds us to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future. Thank you for celebrating with us!