https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:27:23 +0000 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:33:23 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=31221 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915554&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915554 Author: peanut butter
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 9:33pm

I'd be tempted to keep her where she and you are happy. ]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:33:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915554&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915554 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915519&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915519 Author: Raspberryjam
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 9:20pm

Do kids have to be 2 or 3 to go to kindy?]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:20:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915519&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915519 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915490&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915490 Author: oscarboo
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 9:07pm

I have worked in both Kindergarten and Daycare. For my child I would definetly go with the Kindergarten as it is usually more professional and often the teachers have higher qualificiations and are all registered (or working towards it). In saying that all Kindergartens are different and you need to feel comfortable with the teachers, the environment and what they are going to offer. Sorry not much help really ]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:07:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915490&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915490 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915324&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915324 Author: Bizzy
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 7:57pm

i think that a lot depends on the head teacher and her philosophy as to theenvironment.

the only way you will find out if it is what you want is to spend some time there. You should be able to take addison with you as well. Ask them questions and watch the kids and how they interact with the teachers.]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:57:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915324&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915324 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915314&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915314 Author: caitlynsmygirl
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 7:50pm

I was happy with C's kindy .

However I can't really compare to daycare as she never went to one]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:50:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915314&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915314 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915165&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915165 Author: lilfatty
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 6:17pm

Yeah I think kindys vary greatly, DH has been on practicum in a few and so far he wouldnt send our kids to any of them. ]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:17:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915165&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915165 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915023&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915023 Author: crafty1
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 4:32pm

There sure is a lot of value in her being right next door to the school and getting to know the kids there that she will be at school with. Should make it all a lot easier. Plus saving you travel time means more quality time with your kids.

Check it out and see if you're happy with the ratios and activities etc. ]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:32:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=915023&title=daycare-vs-kindy#915023 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=914996&title=daycare-vs-kindy#914996 Author: flakesitchyfeet
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 4:19pm

Every centres nature and environment is so different. Is it private or public? Only reason I ask is because ours is provate and the ratios are incredibly high. Have you spoken to them about their ratios? It would be hugely benificial if you could get a morning or two off work just to visit...the visits don't tie you down, and you'll get a feel for the staff, other kids etc, and the way they interact. ]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:19:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=914996&title=daycare-vs-kindy#914996 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=914973&title=daycare-vs-kindy#914973 Author: susieq
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 4:05pm

lurker
according to an article in our local paper yesterday, there are more teachers at the kindys now because of the longer hours so the teacher child ratio might be better and I think she would get loving teachers.
The teachers at the kindy my grandaughter went were certainly loving and most of the kids have a favourite teacher]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:05:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=914973&title=daycare-vs-kindy#914973 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=914930&title=daycare-vs-kindy#914930 Author: my2angels
Subject: 31221
Posted: 28 January 2010 at 3:33pm

Sorry I know this has probably come up before but Im hoping for some advice/opinions.

Addison is in daycare full time (well school hours but basically full time and this is not buy choice, I have to work)

The kindy next to Kobes school has just started opening full days, school hours (which I know not everyone is happy about but thats not the issue) now I dont know if I should move Addison or not. I dont really know a lot about kindy. I love her daycare and its pretty new so has a lot of good resources but it means a lot of extra travelling to get her there and back where as kindy would just be like dropping Kobe off (which is right next to our house so super convienient). Plus it means she would get to know kids she will go to school with and they take the kids who are going to be starting school over to the class they will be in a few mornings a week to transition them. My only concern is how closely they are watched with the lower ratios. what sort of teacher/child interaction there is or do they just have complete free play and the teachers just oversea rather than get involved?

Addisons daycare is very nurturing loves the teachers, would she still get this sort of attention at kindy?

Anything else Im missing that I should be considering and to those of you who have kids at kindy are you happy with the level of care etc....

thanks in advance]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:33:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31221&PID=914930&title=daycare-vs-kindy#914930