Waikato-based Tiny Nation nanny, Georgia Prendergaast, was looking for a career with purpose, a role that would make a difference to others and society. She has found that purpose in nannying, where she creates connections, inspires passion and helps shape strong, confident and empathetic young citizens.
Tiny Nation educator, Angela Tiffen, has a passion for planning, a dedication to delivering the Te Whāriki ECE curriculum, and a focus on professional development.
Transforming Everyday Moments into Intentional Teaching Opportunities Read More »
Tiny Nation educator Kylie McLean explains why home-based education is a long-term career path with greater independence for qualified teachers.
A Fulfilling Teaching Opportunity and Career Move Read More »
As we kick into gear in 2021, we find ourselves once again facing the unknowns of this tricky COVID-19 virus, starting last week off with a move up in alert levels and a change to the return to normality that we’ve all become rather used to!
Tiny Nation Founding Director, Erin Maloney, speaks to Hawkes Bay Today about the food and nutrition advice given to ECE services nationwide. Erin says “Educators will be taking a common-sense approach” and working from an education and support point of view in partnership with families, empowering right decisions not policing.
Food and Nutrition Guideline in ECE Services – Tiny Nation speaks to Hawkes Bay Today. Read More »
As the festive season approaches, it’s natural to start to reflect on the year that’s been, and it’s been a BIG year of firsts for the team at Tiny Nation!
While it has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs, 2020 has reinforced for us at Tiny Nation just what we’re all about and WHY we started. We’re about creating ‘pockets’ (or bubbles!) of quality care and education in safe, natural and familiar home environments.
As the days lengthen and the weather allows for more outdoor play and adventure, we are loving seeing our tiny learners grow more in confidence as they explore the world around them.
Okay, so Matariki (the Māori New Year) was a few weeks back and we’re a bit late off the mark with this one. However, one thing that Matariki brings is a sense of reflection and it can take some time to think about everything that a special event like Matariki signifies. The idea of a
It’s been a busy last few weeks as we’ve settled into Term 3 and our community programme has fully ramped up again to allow us to connect with our educators, families and tamariki regularly.