Learning Through Play

At Tawhero, over the years we have learned that our tamariki perform best when they have access to hands on activities. L earning through Play (LTP) or Play-based Learning (PBL) is a way of learning that is engaging, child centred and interest- driven, appropriate to, and for the development and well being of each individual child. When children transition into school from early learning centres they enter with a sense of wonder and natural curiosity. It can be overwhelming to take on so many new things in an environment that is formal and structured and very different from the experiences they have had as a preschooler. Our PBL environment is designed to make the transition from preschool to school a smooth, enjoyable, highly motivating and engaging one. A place where the children feel safe to try new things, to enhance their sense of wonder and learn persistence, cooperation, negotiation, resilience and a strong sense of belonging. We also know that play is beneficial with older students and our goal is to implement play across the whole school