At Funhouse, our curriculum is grounded in Te Whāriki, the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum. This framework, developed by the Ministry of Education, guides our teaching and learning and reflects our commitment to providing high- quality early childhood education for every child.

Te Whāriki is built on the four guiding principles of Empowerment, Holistic Development, Family and Community, and Relationships. These principles shape the way we support children to grow as confident, capable learners. We recognise that learning begins with strong, responsive relationships and that children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions with others.

Our programme reflects the strands, goals, and learning outcomes of Te Whāriki, while also responding to the individual interests, strengths, needs, and learning pathways of each child. We value the important role of parents, whānau, and the wider community, and we work in partnership with them to support children’s learning, wellbeing, and sense of belonging.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and culturally responsive environment where every child is respected in their identity, language, and culture. We acknowledge the importance of te ao Māori and honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi through our everyday practice, helping children to develop an understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand’s bicultural heritage.

The early years are a vital time for learning and development. At Funhouse provide a rich, nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, communicate, and build the foundations for lifelong learning. Through ongoing reflection, internal evaluation, and professional growth, we continue to strengthen our curriculum and teaching practice to achieve positive learning outcomes for all children.