Inspiring Lifelong Learners
Our philosophy is proven.
Our vision is inspired.
Our children are changing the world.
Our Philosophy
Te Whāriki, our New Zealand early childhood curriculum, and the principles and values of the internationally acclaimed Reggio Emilia Approach weave together beautifully to strongly underpin our Bear Park educational programme, giving us an invaluable foundation for lifelong learning.
Beautiful and Unique Environments
We believe in the importance of providing the highest quality early childhood education and care – a belief that is evident throughout our eleven vibrant centres.
Giving back to the community
Bear Park stands for kindness, empathy and generosity. Each year, as a whole group, we fundraise for a specific charitable organisation, involving all of our children, parents, whānau and teachers in the process. As a group we’ve raised money, increased awareness and supported a diverse group of incredible charities doing incredible things … and that’s just the beginning. Read more about the great work our families, children and teachers have been part of.
Words From our Parents
We take great pride in the loyalty of our Bear Park families.
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News and Insights
Want to know more about what’s happening at Bear Park, in our communities and around the world? Stay up to date with our latest news and insights.
The art of questioning
“What is a question? Everything. It is a way of evoking stimulating response or stultifying inquiry. It is in essence the very core of teaching.” John Dewy When we engage...
In dialogue with a snail!
Nothing can replace a physical encounter in the garden and the discovery of a snail, a ladybug or a butterfly. However, the use of technology can help us to remember...
Wellbeing & Wellness at Bear Park
Mental health and wellbeing has always been part of everyday life, but it used to be a taboo subject. Something that no one wanted to talk about. But now, it...
Bear Park from the Perspective of 4 Year Olds
We recently asked the 4 year old children at Dilworth Avenue what thoughts they had about Bear Park and what it meant to them. Our teachers and staff really valued...
Dialogues with Materials
During the children’s engagement with some skeleton leaves they mentioned ideas about other materials: “I want to make it with paper” – Angelo “It’s like a string” – Ryder said...
The Wonders of Transformation
After working within the concept of Papatuanuku’s Atelier for several months, the children’s interest in creating their own palettes of colour from natural materials is still of huge interest and...
Celebrating diversity at Bear Park and honouring our bicultural identity & heritage
As a significant part of our Bear Park Identity, we are proud to collectively celebrate Matariki each year with our tamariki, parents, whanau and our wider community. Bear Park uses...
Discovering Sand as a Mark-Making Tool
Venturing outside is always a wonderful experience as the world that exists out through the classroom doors is very rich in a vast array of learning experiences. The sandpit is...
Exploring the Anatomy of Clay
“The wider the range of possibilities we offer children, the more intense will be their motivations and the richer their experiences” Loris Malaguzzi For young children to develop an understanding...