Learn, Connect, FlourishWe are a well-established early education provider that has operated successfully for past 30 years in Dunedin!
We value purposeful, small group learning opportunities for 3–5-year-olds and an under 2/3-year-old programme that is unhurried, safe and responsive to all children. Children learn, play and enjoy spacious, modern surroundings with home cooked meals provided daily. We are licensed for 35 children from 0-5 years of age who also enjoy 'mixed age learning opportunities' A unique service being 'community, not for profit ECE' At Otago Childcare Centre it is a place where we encourage our children to Learn, Connect and Flourish. |
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Our StoryThe Otago Childcare Centre (OCC) one of the first early childhood centres in Dunedin. OCC became an Incorporated Society on 24th October 1986.
Since June 1987, the Centre has been located at 22 Ross Street. The original purpose of the Centre was to cater for children and parents employed by Government Departments. This has now changed, we welcome all families, cultures and communities to join us at OCC. |
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Bush Walk Programme
Our Bush Walk Programme is purposely designed for our over two-year-olds.
This programme supports the children in building the skills that will support them to be independent, confident and resilient. Learn about nature, protecting wildlife and the Dunedin Town Belt
Some of the learning outcomes include promoting self-help skills, regulating emotions, managing myself and my belongings, listening to adults as well as learning about Te Ao Māori worldview.
The Bush Walk programme is planned by teachers and child lead. Kaiako follow the children's lead, foster their curiosity and questioning as well as offer support and direction. We want to ensure the programme is purposeful and safe for all children.
Click below to find out more about the Town Belt Kaitiaki.
This programme supports the children in building the skills that will support them to be independent, confident and resilient. Learn about nature, protecting wildlife and the Dunedin Town Belt
Some of the learning outcomes include promoting self-help skills, regulating emotions, managing myself and my belongings, listening to adults as well as learning about Te Ao Māori worldview.
The Bush Walk programme is planned by teachers and child lead. Kaiako follow the children's lead, foster their curiosity and questioning as well as offer support and direction. We want to ensure the programme is purposeful and safe for all children.
Click below to find out more about the Town Belt Kaitiaki.
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Discover the Journey of
In a child centred curriculum, children are able to explore, discover, think and investigate. Be engaged in learning experiences designed by teachers and children. Choose experiences based on the children's interests and learning dispositions. We want your child to love learning and to thrive. |
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KaiAll meals are provided, cooked and prepared for children at OCC. The menu is planned by our Cook and meets the guidelines and recommendations of the Healthy Heart Guidelines. We provide a Winter, Autum and a summer menu for our children so that they can experience a variety of seasonal foods. Mealtimes are a social time at the Centre and a great learning opportunity for all children. The young children are given support and encouraged towards self-help skills, such as setting the table and using cutlery.
Dietary requirements, allergies or food preferences are always considered and in consultation with the family and management we hope to cater for all. In some situations, such as 'nut free' we may not be able to meet the needs of that child but would endeavor to do so and discuss this with the family or families. |
Centre Operating TimesThe Centre is open from 7.30 am — 6.00 pm Monday to Friday. We are closed weekends and statutory holidays.
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