What's Happening at HWEN - He Waka Eke Noa

Daily timetable

Wātaka ia rā

8:00	Open for the day
9:00	Wā whāriki - Mat-time
9:00 - 9:30	Kai iti - Morning Tea
11:00	Kai nui - Rūma Teina
11:30	Kai nui - Rūma Tuakana
12:00	Wā Moe - Sleep time
1:30	Wā Kai - snack
2:30	Wā whāriki - Mat-time
3:00	Tea ahiahi - Afternoon tea
5:15	Close for the day

7 day menu cycle

Sample Summer Menu

1	Kai iti: Cereal, yoghurt and Fruit Kai nui: Savoury Mince & Fry Bread with Cauliflower Bites Afternoon tea: Sammies, Egg, Ham, Cheese Late snack: Platter Style – Dairy Free Brownie, Seasonal Fruit & Vege, Crackers & Cheese
2	Kai iti: Spaghetti and Toast with Hashbrowns Kai nui: Mac ‘N’ Cheese with Bacon on the side Afternoon tea: Sammies Jam, Marmite, Nutella Late snack: Platter Style – Dairy Free Brownie, Seasonal Fruit & Vege, Crackers & Cheese
3	Kai iti: Mousetraps (Marmite & Melted Cheese), Jam and Marmite Toast Kai nui: Butter Chicken & Rice with Flatbread Afternoon tea: Sammies, Ham and Cheese, Jam, Marmite Late snack: Platter Style – Mini Hob Nobs, Seasonal Fruit & Vege, Crackers & Cheese
4	Kai iti: Pancakes & Maple syrup with Fresh Fruit Kai nui: Roast chicken & veggies Afternoon tea: Sammies: Jam, Marmite & Nutella Late snack: Platter Style – Blondie, Seasonal Fruit & Vege, Crackers & Cheese
5	Kai iti: Cereal, Yoghurt and Peaches Kai nui: Teriyaki Meatballs with Rice & Corn fritters Afternoon tea: Sammies – Ham, Egg and Jam Late snack: Platter Style – Blondie, Seasonal Fruit & Vege, Crackers & Cheese
6	Kai iti: Spaghetti and Toast with Hashbrowns Kai nui: Pizza & chips Afternoon tea: Sammies Jam, Nutella and Marmite Late snack: Platter Style – Dairy free Brownie, Seasonal Fruit & Vege, Crackers & Cheese
7	Kai iti: Mouse traps (Marmite and Melted cheese) Jam and Marmite Muffins Kai nui: Spaghetti Bolognese Afternoon tea: Sammies Ham, Jam & Marmite Late snack: Platter Style – Mini Hob Nobs, Seasonal Fruit & Vege, Crackers & Cheese

Upcoming Event

Matariki Whanau Evening

Wed, 18th June 2025 • 6pm at HWEN

This year Matariki is about:
Mahi Toi – Celebrating Our Children's Creativity

Mahi Toi is more than just art—it’s a reflection of our tamariki their voices, stories, and boundless imagination. Through creativity, they explore their identities, express emotion, and connect with the world around them. By embracing and celebrating their artistic journey, we nurture confidence, innovation, and a love for self-expression. Let’s uplift our tamariki, honour their mahi toi, and encourage them to celebrate their Taonga tuku iho - our inherent gifts!

Current Centre Mahi

Check out what we are currently working on - if you would like to help out in anyway please see one of our staff members!

Our Māra

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We joined Enviroschools!

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