Cornie

Kia ora, my name is Cornie, and I am a Home-Based Educator based in Strathmore. With over 20 years of experience working alongside children and their whānau, I am passionate about creating a nurturing, respectful, and welcoming environment where children feel safe, valued, and loved.

I believe strong relationships are at the heart of quality care and learning. By fostering respectful, responsive, and reciprocal relationships, I support children to develop a strong sense of belonging, confidence, and emotional wellbeing. Building trust with both children and their whānau is an important part of my practice, and I value working in partnership to support each child’s individual journey.

My home offers a warm, engaging learning environment with a wide range of resources that encourage children to explore their interests, develop new skills, and learn through play. I support social and emotional development through positive interactions and tuakana-teina relationships, both within our home setting and through outings within the local community.

I am committed to providing a safe, happy, and fun environment where children are encouraged to be curious, capable learners. I also place importance on kindness, respect, and good manners, helping children understand boundaries and develop positive relationships with others.

Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori are woven throughout our daily routines through conversations, waiata, stories, and bicultural practices, helping children develop an appreciation for Aotearoa’s rich cultural heritage.

I look forward to welcoming your whānau and supporting your child to grow, learn, and reach their full potential in a caring home-based environment.

References are available on request, and I currently have spaces available for both under 2s and over 2s. If you’re looking for quality home-based care in a warm, family-focused environment, I’d love to hear from you and discuss how I can support your child’s learning and development.