Meet Donna – Our Heart of the Kitchen at New Shoots Tauriko

Meet Donna Cameron, our centre chef at New Shoots Tauriko, who fills every day with healthy, home-style meals and fun food traditions for tamariki.

Meet our Centre Director at New Shoots Tauriko

“From the moment you step into New Shoots Tauriko, you’ll feel the thought and care that’s gone into every detail,” says Centre Director Amber Pates. “Our beautiful renovated space, inspiring outdoor areas, and heart-led teaching team are all here to welcome tamariki into a culture of kindness.”

Meet our Centre Director at New Shoots Greenhithe

At New Shoots Greenhithe, Centre Director Riya leads with heart, creativity, and a whole lot of fun. From bear hunts in the backyard to Friday dance parties, she’s passionate about creating meaningful connections with tamariki and whānau. Get to know Riya and discover why her team calls Greenhithe ‘the most fun and exciting place to be.’

Finding the Right Childcare Centre: 10 Essential Tips for Parents

The time has come to find a childcare centre for your little one. With so many options available, the process of finding the right childcare centre can feel overwhelming. How do you make the best choice for your child and your family? This is a decision many parents struggle with. You want a place where… Continue reading Finding the Right Childcare Centre: 10 Essential Tips for Parents

Supporting your Child’s Language Development from Day One

Nurturing children’s oral language development at New Shoots and at home

Exploring Bush Kindy: Tiny Filmmakers at New Shoots Whenuapai

Experiencing Bush Kindy through the eyes of the tamariki.

Toddler Tantrums and How to Survive Them

The team at New Shoots Children’s Centre has created this guide to help you get toddlers involved in meaningful work around the house.

Meet our Centre Director at New Shoots Tauranga

New Shoots Tauranga celebrated its 10th birthday this year, marking a decade of dedication to nurturing and educating young minds. To coincide with such a special birthday, we sat down with Centre Director Jennifer Gaylard for a chat.

Inside Our New Shoots Hillcrest Playground Redevelopment

Explore the New Shoots Hillcrest playground redevelopment, a unique space designed to foster children’s growth, creativity, and joy.

Enrolment Conditions

New Shoots operates as a full day service and do not offer short days or sessions;
Our fees include high quality teacher ratios above Ministry of Education Standards;
Minimum enrolment is two days per week; A $50 enrolment fee will be due upon enrolment to confirm your place;
Two weeks notice is required when terminating enrolment; 10% discount is applicable to your eldest child’s fees if you have two or more children attending New Shoots full time;
Nappies and food are provided; and Formula is not provided – this must be brought in from home if required. 

To be read in conjunction with the Fee Policy.
Fees effective from 1st April 2022.