About

Why choose us?

There are a host of reasons why families choose Little Wonders Timaru. Here are just a few of them:

  • Modern, purpose built centre
  • Great location close to local parks and Bluestone School
  • Extended hours great for busy working parents (7.30am to 6pm)
  • Delicious nutritious meals provided by our onsite cook
  • Staff who are truly passionate about high quality early childhood education
  • Four separate rooms cater for each age and stage
  • Regular excursions
  • Great relationship with local primary school
  • We participate in the ECE Leaders group and the Ka hui ako
  • Anita Croft from Growing Kiwi Gardeners supports children's learning associated with our natural world every six weeks

Our philosophy

Centre Vision:

Little Wonders will create a fun and inspiring learning environment for all akōnga where cultural diversity and inclusiveness contributes to a strong focus on community.

Our Philosophy

Here at Little Wonders Timaru, we believe in the importance of trusting, reciprocal and responsive relationships. 
Our vision is for all learners in our care to flourish as life-long learners, secure in their sense of belonging. 

Positive and trusting relationships are nurtured between teachers, children and their whānau of any race, religion or background. 
We strive to build collaborative partnerships between the centre and home, and value parent aspirations.

About Evolve

Evolve Education Group is a leader in early childhood education, with over 90 centres across New Zealand offering a range of top quality learning options for all of our families.

Our highly regarded brands – which include Active Explorers, Lollipops, Pascals, Learning Adventures, Little Wonders, Little Lights and Little Earth Montessori – nurture children to love learning and become the best they can be. Rich and diverse educational opportunities are delivered by passionate, experienced educators in purpose designed centres equipped with the latest learning resources.

Evolve Education Group is helping shape the future, preparing little minds for great things in today’s ever changing world.