AoKids Naenae

AoKids Naenae offers warm and welcoming early learning for tamariki aged 6 months to 6 years, operating Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Our centre provides safe, caring, and nurturing environments that support children throughout every stage of their learning journey. Reflecting the diverse cultures within our community, we create spaces where tamariki and whānau feel respected, included, valued, and connected.

Our experienced and passionate kaiako bring their own strengths and teaching expertise, alongside a strong understanding of Te Whāriki and culturally responsive practice. Grounded in relationships, culture, and belonging, we support children to grow in confidence, identity, and independence in environments where they feel safe to learn, explore, and thrive.

AoKids Naenae, previously known as Naenae Aoga Amata, is a Samoan language nest founded by the Naenae Aoga Amata Incorporated Society community leaders passionate about preserving Samoan language and culture for their children.

It reflects early learning for many of our families spaces built through alofa, relationships, and a strong commitment to culture and identity.

AoKids Naenae continues this legacy, nurturing whanau to feel safe, supported, and confident in who they are.

Now re-opening as AoKids Naenae, we honour this foundation while continuing the legacy under AoKids providing quality early learning in a safe, culturally grounded environment where children can grow and thrive.

AoKids Naenae offers warm and welcoming early learning for tamariki in a nurturing environment grounded in strong Pacific values, relationships, and community connection.

Our caring and passionate kaiako are committed to creating spaces where children feel safe, valued, and supported throughout every stage of their learning journey. At AoKids Naenae, we believe children thrive when they experience a strong sense of belonging, culture, identity, and meaningful connection with others.

What makes our environment special:

• Caring and passionate kaiako who know and support each child
• Strong relationships with whānau and the wider community
• Calm and nurturing spaces where children feel secure and confident
• Daily routines that provide consistency, comfort, and a sense of belonging
• Opportunities for children to explore, play, create, and learn at their own pace
• A strong focus on Pacific values, culture, identity, and belonging
• Experienced and passionate kaiako with a strong understanding of Te Whāriki, Aotearoa’s bicultural foundations, and culturally responsive practice
• Inclusive environments where tamariki are encouraged to confidently grow, learn, and thrive

• 20 Hours ECE
• WINZ support
• Family Start
• Enrolment Specials

These supports ensure that families have access to the resources they need, while children are supported in their learning and wellbeing.

We encourage families to take the time to experience the centre.

Visit The Centre
Meet Our Team
Experience The Environment

To begin the enrolment process, families can register through our Infocare system