Our Approach to Quality

Why choose us

At Little School we believe in empowering children to explore their curiosities and innate abilities, in a nurturing educational environment, that fosters independence, creativity and critical thinking.

Our approach to quality at Little School is anchored in our commitment to excellence, integrating evidence-based practices with innovative teaching methodologies, to provide an enriching, holistic educational experience that meets the diverse needs of every child.

Little School was founded by Maria Johnson in 2002. Maria is a trained Early Childhood and Primary School Teacher. As a teacher she has a passion for an educational focus within children’s first six years of life, leading for many years with a structured, fun and educational learning programme.

Little School involves parents, family/whānau, teachers/kaiako and our extended community in our conversations and decisions to continue our journey together.

Why is Early Childhood Education important?

Why it matters

“The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six” - Maria Montessori.

Universities, theorists and experts worldwide constantly reiterate the importance of quality early education having life-long term benefits to children.

Quality early learning education helps children to be confident and curious life long learners.