Various hours and times are offered to suit the community's needs. Our kindergartens offer extended sessions up to a maximum of 6 hours per day. Please check each kindergarten's page for more information on session times.

Most people choose a kindergarten that is close to them or has session times that best suit their families/whānau situation. It can be useful to visit the kindergartens to talk with the teachers and have a look around.

All the kindergartens have an open-door policy and would welcome you to visit. Before your child starts we recommend that you do a few visits with them to get them familiar with the kindergarten.

No, kindergartens are not zoned so you can enrol your child at the kindergarten of your choice.

Contact the kindergarten that you want your child to attend to find out more. Visits are welcome and you can drop into the kindergarten and talk to the teachers. If you would like to enrol your child, you can do one of the following:

• Drop by your local kindergarten and complete the enrolment form
• Download a form directly from the website
• Contact the Association Office and a form will be posted or emailed out.

It's best to enrol your child onto a waiting list before their second birthday but you can enrol them at any age. The starting age for our kindergartens varies but is usually around three years old. The teachers of the kindergarten you choose will be able to provide you with a more accurate indication of a likely start date.

Most of our kindergartens are all year-round. Casa Nova Kindergarten is closed during the term breaks similar to primary schools, with the only difference being that term one starts around the middle of January each year.

No, the teachers can assist and support you and your child in this area of development

No, all children are welcome to attend. However you will be asked to supply an immunisation certificate at 15 months and 48 months for the teachers to copy. If you have chosen not to have your child immunised then all we ask is that you inform the teachers at these times.

Yes, all children and their whānau/families, irrespective of any special needs or abilities, are welcome to attend any of our kindergartens.
The teaching team will work collaboratively with you to ensure that your child, you and your whānau have a smooth transition to kindergarten. They will work in partnership with you to provide the necessary services and support that you and your child need, and the quality programme provided at kindergarten will enhance your child’s learning and socialisation.

Yes, there is! On the days that your tamariki attends, we can take them safely to and from kindergarten. Please contact us for more information.

Meals are provided at some of our kindergartens and additional food, such as healthy snacks, is available throughout the day at all of our kindergartens.