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About

Matakana Village Preschool is a small, privately owned preschool in the heart of the village that sets out to make you feel at home. The team of Kaiako want each and every Tamariki to feel comfortable to come, learn and be themselves. We aim to support each child’s individual learning and work alongside our families. 

We welcome everyone to come and be apart of our MVP whānau!

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We welcome everyone to come and be apart of our MVP whānau!

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Our Teachers

Tania

Tania 

Kia Orana Matakana whānau! I am Tania, mostly known as T, and am the owner of Matakana Village Preschool. I received my bachelors in early childhood and have been in the industry for around 8 years. I grew up in the Cook Islands and have lived in the local community for 18 years. I believe that it is important for tamariki to learn in an environment where they feel at home and can express their interests. I feel that children should be the leaders of their own learning and be supported by their kaiako. In my spare time, I enjoy boating, exploring Aotearoa and making new fun adventures with my partner and our fur baby, Rosie. 

Stiaan

Stiaan

Hi, I am Stiaan Conradie

My wife, daughter, and I emigrated to New Zealand from South Africa in 2009. There, I used to work in nature conservation, which had a strong component of environmental education to it. Once in New Zealand, I studied Early Childhood Education and have been teaching for more than a decade now.

To children, I believe learning is something that comes naturally, if they are interested and confident. Thus, I approach teaching as an opportunity to encourage exploration while following interest and facilitating opportunities for further discovery. In my personal time I enjoy bird watching, walking the dog with family and a good braai!

Siobhan

Siobhan

Kia Ora Matakana Village Whānau. I have 17 years of experience as a dedicated and caring nanny. I have cared for neuro-diverse kids in NZ and England.  As a mother,  I understand the importance of providing a nurturing, safe environment for children to grow and develop. In my spare time, I love to play tennis and spend time with my family, especially at the beach. I have been a part of the Matakana community for 4 years and love our slice of paradise up here!!!

MVP

987 Matakana Road, Matakana
Centre Hours  |  8am to 4.30pm, Monday - Friday

09 422 7799