The Treehouse
All the guides for parents and whānau.
Our Treehouse (Parent Hub) is here to support your whānau with useful guides and resources about early childhood education and happening in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
From tips on settling into preschool to information about transitioning to kura, you’ll find practical advice and local guides designed for families in Tāmaki Makaurau. This page is regularly updated with resources to help you feel confident and connected as part of our Sugartree Lane community.
We’ve created our Starting School Made Simple guide to support whānau through one of the biggest milestones… beginning kura.
This resource is part of our Transition to School programme at Sugartree Lane, designed to help tamariki and families feel confident, prepared, and excited about the journey ahead.
You can download the guide here or pop in to see us, we’ll be happy to give you a free copy.
Starting School
Made Simple
Parent Info Pack
We believe that strong partnerships with families are at the heart of quality early childhood education.
Inside the parent info pack, you’ll find:
Our philosophy - grounded in the principles of Te Whāriki, ensuring that your child’s learning and wellbeing are nurtured in a holistic and inclusive way.
Fee and payment information – clear and transparent details to help you plan with confidence.
Parent involvement guidelines – ways you can participate in and contribute to your child’s learning journey, building a strong sense of belonging and community.
We see this pack as the starting point of our partnership with you. It reflects our commitment to open communication, equity, and excellence in childcare Auckland City families can trust.
You can download here or pop in to see us, we’ll be happy to give you a free copy.
Welcome to Auckland Guide
Moving to a new city can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially when you're raising young children.
That's why we've created our Welcome to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland guide. Designed with new families in mind, this free booklet brings together many of the places, services, and local tips that can help make everyday life in Auckland a little easier.
Inside you'll find:
Helpful information about healthcare, transport, libraries, parks, beaches, and family-friendly activities.
Simple introductions to te reo Māori and some of the words you'll hear around our centre and community.
Local recommendations from our whānau, including favourite places to visit, explore, and connect with others.
Practical contacts and resources to help you feel at home in Auckland City.
At Sugartree Lane Preschool, we know that supporting children means supporting their families too. We hope this guide helps you feel informed, connected, and confident as you build your life in Tāmaki Makaurau.
You can download a copy here, or visit us at the centre and we'll be happy to give you one free of charge.