BETHLEHEM COLLEGE KINDERGARTEN

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Bethlehem College Kindergarten is one of five early childhood education and care centres operating under the umbrella of Bethlehem Early Learning Centres (BELC). BELC is an entity of the Christian Education Trust (CET) and is governed by an experienced board of professionals who are passionate about providing transformative education with Christian values.

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BETHLEHEM

centre01Bethlehem College Kindergarten is a highly regarded centre with a beautiful outside play area and an established transition pathway to Bethlehem College for older children.

22 Elder Lane, Bethlehem College Campus
Full-time and sessional care for children 3-5 years.
Opening Hours: 8am – 4pm

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centre02First Class Education and Care is a relational centre with an emphasis on creative/performing arts and a peaceful and nurturing babies and toddlers unit.

125 Moffat Road, Bethlehem
Full-time and sessional care for children 6 mths – 5 yrs.
Opening Hours: 7.30am – 5.30pm

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MT MAUNGANUI

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Olive Tree Education and Care is led by a male head-teacher who facilitates a fun learning programme where boys can be boys and girls can do anything! Parents love the spacious and caring babies and toddlers unit.

32 Gloucester Rd, Bayfair
Full-time and sessional care for children 6 mths – 5 yrs.
Opening Hours: 7.30am – 5.30pm

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TE PUKE

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St Andrews Preschool is a much-loved centre which the Te Puke community has taken to heart. The teachers are all locals and enjoy strong relationships with each child and their family.

6 Stewart Street, Te Puke
Full-time and sessional care for children 3 – 5 yrs.
Opening Hours: 8am – 5pm

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WESTERN HEIGHTS, ROTORUA

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Amazing Place Preschool is a bright and positive multi-cultural centre with a big heart for children and whānau. Older and younger children enjoy interacting together in our open-plan centre.

87 Sunset Road, Western Heights, Rotorua
Full-time and sessional care for children 6 mths – 5 yrs.
Opening Hours: 8am – 4.30pm

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The centre’s philosophy is to reflect Christian values and virtues in the programme in a positive, supportive and respectful way. Adult interactions with children are respectful and caring.

Bethlehem College Kindergarten ERO Report, 2011

Children develop a sense of belonging at the kindergarten. They develop a belief in themselves as capable, competent learners, and their emotional wellbeing and independence are strongly promoted.

Bethlehem College Kindergarten

ERO Report 2015
Teachers have established close, trusting and respectful relationships with children and their families. Communication is open and transparent, and families are welcome to stay and participate in their child’s education.

Bethlehem College Kindergarten

ERO Report 2015
Transition-to-school processes are managed well by the teachers, and children enjoy access to the school pool, library and reciprocal visits between the kindergarten and school.

Bethlehem College Kindergarten

ERO Report, 2015
My rambunctious, full of life, four year old can't get enough of this kindy! The teachers and staff are very attentive and meet the needs of each child very well through patience, loving words and gentle guidance.

Beryl Bishop

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I appreciate that the teachers take the time to get to know Hamish. They seem to spend individual quality time with him which is evident in his learning stories.

Jo Ball

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WHY CHOOSE BETHLEHEM COLLEGE KINDERGARTEN?

WE HAVE  A BIG HEART FOR CHILDREN. We honour each child as a gift to be discovered and developed. Our passion as educators is to nourish, nurture, affirm and encourage each child in his or her uniqueness. Read more
WE WELCOME PARENT INVOLVEMENT.  Our door is always open. We believe that parents are the primary educators and we count it a privilege to partner with and support you in that important role. Parents/whanau are very welcome to be involved in our daily programme at any time. Read more
ESTABLISHED TRANSITION PATHWAY TO BETHLEHEM COLLEGE.  If you wish to send your child to Bethlehem Colleg, Bethlehem College Kindergarten gives you the advantage of a well-established and supportive transition pathway to the New Entrants classes. Read more
BEAUTIFUL OUTSIDE PLAY AREA.  Families love our well designed outside play area surrounded by mature trees. The adventure slide, climbing wall and bike circuit are very popular with the children and there is lots of room to run and play. Read more
OUR CHRISTIAN VALUES CREATE A LOVING ENVIRONMENT. We have a heart-felt and faith-filled desire to respect, accept, nurture, support and affirm your child. It is our privilege to enjoy their uniqueness, to develop their gifts and talents and to bring them into a positive experience of God’s love. Read more