Parent testimonials

Parent testimonials

Families are such an important part of the Ficino Preschool community, and we value the input and involvement they have with us.  We would love to share some of the comments we have received from parents:

Comments from parents

Preschool parent

“Thank you to all you lovely, amazing, warm-hearted teachers who selflessly go above and beyond what you are expected to do.  You have made my son’s experience of preschool so amazing that I can see his hunger for more!”

Preschool parent

“It’s the start that every child deserves. I cannot thank your enough – from the bottom of my heart – thank you!”

Preschool parent

“We’ve been very pleased with the Preschool. We can’t believe our son has only been with you for this short period of time, as we feel very embedded and happy in the Ficino Preschool community.”

Preschool parent

“I wish to thank you for your care of our daughter since she joined you. It has been such a wonderful experience for her… You have made our whole family feel welcome and provided many opportunities for us to be involved…”

Preschool parent

“Ficino Preschools values-based education is the biggest value for me!  This is reflected in all the children at this preschool.  They are tough to make good choices – to use their brains, be kind, gather and process information and act in a way that brings out the best in each other…”

Preschool parent

“The ‘Transition to School’ programme that focusses on preparing each child for their next step is truly valuable.”

Preschool parent

“We’ll remember the sense of calm we find at the Preschool, even though its full of young children.”

What are some highlights of your child’s time here?

Preschool parent

The drama-free/tear-free drop offs when I leave knowing my son is 100% present and happy in his environment!

Preschool parent

The moment he told me he didn’t want to spend Fridays with mummy anymore but would rather be at preschool with his friends…

Preschool parent

Regular visits to the school library and story reading have made her an enthusiastic lover of books

Preschool parent

His interest in bugs, dinosaurs and bones which has been spurred by interests from other children!

Preschool parent

When he tells me he loves school so much! Warms my heart.

Preschool parent

The teachers!

Preschool parent

Our son being so happy and relaxed

Preschool parent

The opportunities our daughter has had to do dance, gymnastics and use the tennis courts.  Mastering the monkey bars is her proudest achievement!

Preschool parent

The many trips the Preschool has offered – her first theatre show, Kelly Tarlton’s and Auckland Library

What would you say our strengths are?

Preschool parent

The fact that children are happy, they are acknowledged, they are listened to, that their brains are stimulated with healthy activity.

Preschool parent

That every single child that attends is given a chance to be themselves and all are embraced with the sense of belonging.

Preschool parent

The attention to the individual child by the teachers

Which skills were developed in your child?

Preschool parent

Problem-solving through puzzles and materials provided

Preschool parent

An ability to present and explain his creations

Preschool parent

An improvement and understanding of writing and the phonetics of letters

Preschool parent

Determination in seeing things completed

Preschool parent

Patience when things have been too difficult without getting frustrated

Preschool parent

Independence and confidence in his own abilities as a little person

Preschool parent

A well-rounded complement from inquiry and observation, leadership and respect, creative and musical skills

Which social skills were developed?

Preschool parent

The confidence to communicate with friends and teachers without looking away, not speaking, or hiding behind mummy.

Preschool parent

Most importantly, kindness and care towards others

Preschool parent

The confidence to make new friends, play in a group setting.

Preschool parent

A sense of compassion  and empathy

Preschool parent

Consideration of others

Preschool parent

Being better at resolving conflict and negotiating i.e. standing up for himself

Preschool parent

Definitely more independent and less reliant on mummy!

What do you think your child has been opened up to?

Preschool parent

Our daughter has blossomed under your care and we are very grateful that you have shown so much thought and care in helping her be her best self.

Preschool parent

Children from a range of cultures and the celebration of those cultures within preschool

Preschool parent

Eating vegetables!  He now has an interest in different vegetables and eating them which has been a battle in the past!

Preschool parent

A world of new found abilities, a circle of new friends all with various interests, an eagerness to learn more and the excitement of all this rolled into one so he is ready to make a big bang as a 5 year old in Mrs Crompton’s classroom minus the fear of “starting big school” because preschool was so amazing, he wants more of the same!