Paediatric Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy and Development Services
Supporting pēpi (babies), tamariki (children), rangatahi (young people) and whānau (families) to move, participate, thrive and belong.
At Nurture Paediatrics, we believe every child is maurea (a unique treasure).
Whether we meet in our clinic, in your community, at school, or in the hydrotherapy pool, our focus remains the same:
To support children and young people to participate in the activities, relationships and communities that matter most to them.
Our Vision
Helping every child participate, thrive and belong
Our vision is that every child and young person has the opportunity to participate, thrive and belong in the activities, relationships and communities that matter most to them.
At Nurture, we see movement, play, learning, connection, rest and belonging as interconnected parts of a child's life.
Our role is not simply to address a diagnosis, injury or challenge.
Our role is to support children and young people to participate in the things that bring meaning, confidence and joy.
Move. Play. Learn. Connect. Belong. Thrive.
Our Mission
We support pēpi (babies), tamariki (children), rangatahi (young people) and whānau (families) through developmentally responsive, evidence-informed and culturally safe care. This reflects Nurture's mission statement.
We strive to build:
Confidence
Connection
Movement
Participation
Wellbeing
Our care is:
Child-centred
Relationship-based
Evidence-informed
Culturally safe
Focused on what matters most
Seeing the Whole Child
Every child is more than a diagnosis, injury or symptom.
Understanding a child means understanding the bigger picture around them.
This includes:
The Child's Story
Who they are, what they enjoy, and what is important to them.
Health and Development
Growth, movement, learning and wellbeing.
Function and Participation
How they move, play, learn and take part in everyday activities.
Home, School and Community
The environments and relationships that shape everyday life.
Safety and Belonging
Supporting children to feel safe, confident, respected and included.
When we understand the whole child, we can better support what matters most.
Why Families Choose Nurture
Families often tell us they value:
Being listened to
Feeling respected and understood
Child-friendly communication
Collaborative goal setting
Practical support that fits everyday life
Strengths-based care
Genuine partnership
We aim to combine excellent clinical care with manaakitanga (care and respect), helping children and young people grow in confidence and participate more fully in the lives they want to live.
