ABOUT
Talofa lava, and Welcome!
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It takes a village to raise a child, and AAPICA (Aoga Amata P.I.C Avondale) Centre has been part of that village since 2010. We have great faith and great expectations that together with our supportive Community, Parents and dedicated Staff, we are looking forward to another decade of raising the next generation.
We are privileged to be trusted with the goal of laying a spiritual Christ-centred foundation at the heart of our approach, as well as instilling our kids with the best early childhood education while encouraging their Samoan identity and cultural heritage in a safe and fun environment.
AAPICA is managed by the Aoga Amata Pacific Island Church Avondale Trust. The management group monitors operations and makes decisions about the strategic direction of the centre. They have supported many of the staff to gain early childhood qualifications and become registered teachers. The management group also ensures that staff are provided with ongoing professional learning and development.
Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it.
Proverbs 22:6
A'oa'o ia i le tama e tusa ma lona ala; a o'o ina toeaina lava o ia, e le te'a ese ai. Faataoto 22:6
VISION
To provide the highest quality education for children based on Christ’s values, Samoan language, culture and Early Learning Education best practices.
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PHILOSOPHY
Every child in Aoga Amata Pacific Island Church Avondale (AAPICA) is blessed in the “presence” of Divine Intelligence and is highly expected to be a successful achiever in growing, towards their full potential in the image of the Divine Creator.
Aoga Amata
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commits to providing high quality, innovative learning to all children
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provides innovative programs which are grounded in Christ’s values and promoting the Samoan language and culture.
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employs qualified staff, who are motivated, passionate, and committed to the vision
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supports staff to do ongoing personal and professional training to continue developing the personal qualities and professional skills required in delivering high quality education in the Early Childhood sector.
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provides an essential learning environment that is physically, emotionally, and spiritually safe
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provides the children with opportunities of learning through play while teachers facilitate by noticing, recognizing and responding appropriately to the child’s-initiated learning.
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encourages a family atmosphere so children can experience a sense of belonging and give positive guidance in fostering children’s social competence.
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commits to open communications and building positive partnerships with families, church, and community.
Aoga Amata’s curriculum is based on the principles of Te Whariki:
Empowerment
Holistic Development
Family, whanau and community
Relationships
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Education Review Report
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Click on the link below to read the full report