Our Philosophy

GlowKids is dedicated to delivering innovative educational and therapeutic services to children with a variety of neurological and developmental needs. We provide children and families with hope by offering our services in a playful environment that enables children to maximize their full developmental potential.  

Our centre encourages intentional teaching, independence, and purposeful and meaningful activities that are tailored for the needs of each individual child. Through a play-based approach, we build reciprocal relationships with our children and promote collaboration with whanau and our professional community. We provide a stimulating environment which increases a child’s motivation which is critical in giving our children an “I can” attitude.

GlowKids is a community that provides whanau with the practical and emotional support that will empower them with knowledge, skill, and confidence on their child’s journey. Families are then more equipped to be a positive and powerful force in their child’s development.

Glowkids’ educational programs are based on a broad range of disciplines including Conductive Education and Social and Sensory Integration Therapies within the Te Whāriki curriculum - NZ Early Childhood Education Framework. Our team include qualified Conductive Education Specialists, ECE Teachers, qualified Therapists, Paraprofessionals, and a Social Worker.

 “When you do not teach the child to be independent, you teach the child to be dependent.” - Dr Maria Hari, Neurologist Peto Institute

Feedback Welcome

We seek and welcome feedback from parents, whanau, and staff and are committed to continuous improvement through self-review.