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Before School Care

At Manaaki Whaanau Kids, our Before School Care provides a calm, nurturing start to your child’s day. From opening until 8:00 am, children can enjoy a variety of quiet activities while breakfast is served.

Our morning routine includes:

  • Healthy breakfast options to fuel the day

  • Games and child-led activities to gently ease into the morning

  • Warm Milo on chilly winter mornings

  • School drop-off starting from 8:30 am, adjusted to your school’s schedule

 

Children are supported and guided as they get ready for school, ensuring a smooth, stress-free start to their day.

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✨ All children must be signed in at Before School Care and signed out at After School Care using our sheet. ✨ For Before School Care, children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver for sign-in. ​ ✨ If you plan to apply for a WINZ subsidy, please contact our office to discuss the next steps. ✨ Please inform the programme if your child will be absent. If we need to call you to confirm, a phone call fee will apply. ✨Ensure you have a backup plan if you cannot collect your child by 6 pm; late fees will be charged for pick-ups after this time. Refer to our Fee Schedule for details. ✨For children attending early after school sessions, if collection is later than the scheduled time, we will invoice the difference between the early session and the full session. A separate invoice will be sent. ✨ To change permanently booked days, move to casual bookings, or withdraw from the programme, five business days’ notice is required via email. Manaaki Whaanau staff are not responsible for notifying head office. ✨Casual bookings made on the day of care will be charged at the casual rate, even if your child is absent. ✨ Only individuals listed on your child’s authorised pick-up list can collect your child. Written permission is required for anyone else. For regular pickups, add the person to your child’s authorised list. Your child’s safety is our priority. ✨ Early School Finish: Information regarding early school finishes will be sent in advance. Children booked on these days are expected at the adjusted time unless otherwise advised. Charges may apply; see Fee Schedule for details. ✨ Fees are invoiced weekly in advance (sent on Monday for the following week) and are due by Friday of the invoice week unless prior arrangements are made. ✨ Payment options include: - Internet banking – Manaaki Whaanau Limited | ASB 12-3023-0153433-00 ✨ Added Extras: Manaaki Whaanau Before and After School Care provides a sunhat for each child during Terms 1 & 4.New entrants receive a ‘bag tag’ to indicate their booked days with us.

After School Care

After a busy day at school, your child will step into a welcoming, supportive environment where they can relax, connect, and enjoy themselves. Our programme encourages children to build friendships, grow in confidence, and have fun in a safe and structured setting.

 

Once all children have arrived and are signed in, we begin with afternoon tea, followed by dedicated homework support with guidance from our staff. After this, children move into activity time, joining one of four age-based groups to ensure experiences are appropriate, engaging, and enjoyable:

  • Years 1–2

  • Years 3–4

  • Years 5–6

  • Years 7–8 (Intermediate)

 

Programme Activities Include:

  • Arts and crafts

  • Science experiments

  • Sports and active play

  • Free Choice Fridays

  • Structured group activities

 

Technology is considered a privilege for our older children. Clear guidelines and allocated times are in place to ensure balanced and responsible use.

 

Afternoon Tea

We provide healthy and nourishing options each day, including:

  • Fresh fruit and vegetables

  • Sandwiches and crackers

  • Special staff-prepared treats throughout the term

 

We are happy to cater for children with special dietary requirements and allergy management plans.

 

Homework Club

We encourage children to complete their homework before joining activities.Our team provides one-on-one support to help children feel confident and capable in their learning.

✨ All children must be signed in at Before School Care and signed out at After School Care using our sheet. ✨ For Before School Care, children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver for sign-in. ​ ✨ If you plan to apply for a WINZ subsidy, please contact our office to discuss the next steps. ✨ Please inform the programme if your child will be absent. If we need to call you to confirm, a phone call fee will apply. ✨Ensure you have a backup plan if you cannot collect your child by 6 pm; late fees will be charged for pick-ups after this time. Refer to our Fee Schedule for details. ✨For children attending early after school sessions, if collection is later than the scheduled time, we will invoice the difference between the early session and the full session. A separate invoice will be sent. ✨ To change permanently booked days, move to casual bookings, or withdraw from the programme, five business days’ notice is required via email. Manaaki Whaanau staff are not responsible for notifying head office. ✨Casual bookings made on the day of care will be charged at the casual rate, even if your child is absent. ✨ Only individuals listed on your child’s authorised pick-up list can collect your child. Written permission is required for anyone else. For regular pickups, add the person to your child’s authorised list. Your child’s safety is our priority. ✨ Early School Finish: Information regarding early school finishes will be sent in advance. Children booked on these days are expected at the adjusted time unless otherwise advised. Charges may apply; see Fee Schedule for details. ✨ Fees are invoiced weekly in advance (sent on Monday for the following week) and are due by Friday of the invoice week unless prior arrangements are made. ✨ Payment options include: - Internet banking – Manaaki Whaanau Limited | ASB 12-3023-0153433-00 ✨ Added Extras: Manaaki Whaanau Before and After School Care provides a sunhat for each child during Terms 1 & 4.New entrants receive a ‘bag tag’ to indicate their booked days with us.

Manaaki Whaanau Enquiries

For absences or to contact the programme directly during operating hours, please call 022 429 1903.

For all other enquiries, contact our office or email info@manaakiwhaanau.co.nz

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