A free parenting course for New Zealand parents of preschoolers. Practical tools, fresh perspectives, and greater confidence for the preschool years.
Parenting preschoolers can be wonderful, exhausting, hilarious, and challenging, often all in the same day.
One minute you’re soaking up cuddles and laughter, and the next you’re navigating tantrums, strong opinions, emotional outbursts, boundary testing, sleep struggles, sibling conflict, or wondering whether you’re handling things “the right way.”
Toolbox Preschool Years is a free, practical, evidence-informed parenting course for New Zealand parents of preschoolers. Through expert guidance, discussion, and reflection, you’ll gain practical tools that make everyday parenting feel less overwhelming and more connected.
You Are Not Alone If You’ve Ever Wondered…
- Why won’t they listen?
- Is this behaviour normal?
- Am I being too strict or too soft?
- Why do simple things turn into battles?
- How can I support big emotions without losing my patience?
- How do I set boundaries without damaging our relationship?
- Why does parenting sometimes feel harder than I expected?
- Am I doing enough for my child?
If any of these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. The preschool years can be full of joy, growth, and connection. But they can also bring challenges that leave even the most loving parents feeling unsure at times.
Exclusive The Village NZ Hub Member Benefit
As a member of The Village NZ Hub, you can attend this highly regarded parenting course completely free of charge.
Not yet a member? Joining the Hub is free and gives you access to this and many other expert-led programmes and support services. Join at hub.thevillagenz.org
About the Course
Toolbox Preschool Years is a free course designed specifically for parents and caregivers of tamariki in the preschool years. Over six sessions, you’ll explore what drives your child’s behaviour, how to respond to challenges with confidence, and ways to strengthen the relationship that supports healthy emotional development.
The course combines practical parenting strategies with a strong focus on connection, helping you understand not only what to do, but why it works.
What You’ll Learn
- The power of love and connection: building a strong foundation for your child
- Parenting styles: understanding what works best for your whanau
- Big emotions: helping your little one regulate their feelings
- Behaviour: decoding what’s behind tantrums and tricky moments
- The world of a preschooler: seeing things through their eyes
- Creating a culture of connection: strengthening family bonds
Why Join?
- Proven strategies: insights backed by research and real-world experience
- Judgement-free support: connect with other parents who get it
- Flexible and accessible: multiple time slots, all online
Missed Out on the Toolbox Preschool Years Course?
We will be offering the course again later in the year. To stay informed, please complete our Expression of Interest form and we’ll notify you via email once registrations reopen.