Filling The Gap
Tamieka is an Early Childhood professional with over 15 years experience in the industry, ranging from family day care, nannying and managing long day care services. Whilst working and raising her family, Tamieka identified a gap where traditional day care settings restricted some children being able to access these services.
Our Philosophy
Here at Little Environeers, we choose not to align ourselves with one particular theorist or philosophy as we believe that in order to appropriately adapt our teachings, we need to draw from a range of theorists. Some of our preferred theorists are, but not limited to; Louis Malaguzzi’s - Reggio Emilia approach, Maria Montessori - Montessori teachings, Vygotsky’s - Scaffolding and MKO (more knowledgeable other) approach as well as Rudolf Steiner’s Waldorf education.
We consider the child as a whole, factoring their physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well being into our curriculum and teachings. We truly value and appreciate the benefits of outdoor learning and foster a program that encourages the children to explore the outdoor natural environment. We aim to steer clear of traditional toys and resources and utilise loose parts and real world materials in our learnings.
Limitless Learning
We believe outdoor learning is limitless and that children build confidence when free to explore and learn to care for their environment. Little Environeers aims to encourage inquisitive changemakers in both children and families who join our programs. Our vision is to see children developing confident identities within themselves and the world around them.
We believe in providing our littlest environeers with opportunities to spend more time in the great outdoors, connecting with nature and leading the way in restoring and supporting our motherland. Little Environeers aims to be an extension of the home and prides itself on its homely environments that give a sense of exploring your nans home and backyard.
Building Solid Foundations
We are a family owned and operated business that aims to build wonderful, reliable and secure relationships with children and their families. We want you to feel like you are leaving your children with nurturing educators whilst maintaining our professionalism. We look forward to welcoming you and your children to the Little Environeers.