Family Ministries NZ is one of the few YWAM bases in the world that strives to provide a conducive environment for families to learn and grow. One of the facilities that we provide is childcare for our students' children during daytime lectures and workshops.
6 Months - 5 Years
We have facilities and staff to cater to children from 6 months to 5 years old. Each staff person looks after up to four children. The Crèche staff are all volunteers and will differ from school to school. If your child needs one-on-one adult care, we ask you to provide your own nanny. Crèche staff will not be available to attend to children in the students' units.
5 Years and above
Children that are 5 years and older from Australia or New Zealand or those whose parents are in New Zealand on a Work Permit can opt to go to a local public schools or a Christian school in Matamata town (See links below)
For non-Australian/New Zealand citizens, children that are 5 years and above can join our Crystal Springs Base School for supervision. They will need to bring their school work with them and will be supervised by a staff person in the Base School room.
What does a normal day at the creche look like?
The creche program varies each school depending on the staff and program, but a normal day could include the following:
8:20 - Children are dropped off at the creche
8:30 - 9:30 - Outdoor play
10:30 - 11:00 Morning Tea
11:00 Story telling, singing
12:20 - Parents pick up-time and Lunch
1.50 pm - Children are dropped off at the creche
2:00 – 3:15 - Outdoor play, children picked up at 3:15 pm
What to bring to Creche
It is a good idea to bring a small bag with the following items in it for your child if joining the Creche, such as:
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Shoes for outside play
- Water bottle with your child's name on it
- Spare nappies and wipes
- Towel and swimmers for any water activities
- A spare change of clothes should this be needed
