The heart of the Centre The heart of Bowen Early Childhood Education Centre’s Philosophy is to embrace relationships through the principle of whanaungatanga (the extended family concept). Aroha (love) underpins and supports the warm, trusting and reciprocal relationships between kaitiaki (staff) and tamariki (children) and their whānau. This is foundational in fostering ūkaipōtanga, as when tamariki, whanau and kaitiaki develop a strong sense of belonging … Continue reading About us