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Charles Kindergarten

A place for tamariki to learn and challenge themselves in a culturally inclusive environment.

At Charles Kindergarten tamariki enjoy learning through play within Ranginui and Papatūānuku. Our kaiako contribute to tamariki education, supporting them to build on their strengths while enhancing whānau values and aspirations.

We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi through kōrero i te te reo Māori, kaupapa Māori and ako about te ao Māori. We are continually building our skills and kete of knowledge in this area. Kaiako value home languages, cultures and our community, providing quality teaching that positively challenges all tamariki to achieve.

Our indoor and outdoor environments offer wero (challenges) and ako (learning) for tamariki aged from two years to school age. We provide opportunities for tamariki to takes risks and challenge themselves, building resilience and their social and emotional competencies.

Our kaiako take pride in providing quality education and opportunities for all tamariki, with a special focus on supporting tamariki Māori and Pasifika to take charge of their learning, building on what they already know and bring with them.

Haere mai, aere mai, please feel free to call in and meet the team. We’d love to show you around our place and have a kōrero about what we can offer.

Kindergarten details

Monday to Friday
8.15am - 3.45pm
Term breaks: OPEN

4 Charles Crescent
Putaruru 3443

Phone: 07 883 7240
Mobile: 021 0814 6792
Email: charles@centralkids.org.nz

Cindy Petero
Kaiwhakaako | Head Teacher

Kathleen Russell
Tokotū Whakahaere | Administrator

$6.00 per hour after govt entitlements
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Tamariki from 2-6 years of age

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The Charles Kindergarten environment

Our indoor and outdoor environments offer wero (challenges) and ako (learning) for tamariki aged from two years to school age.

Learning and playing ratio is perfect

"Absolutely love being a part of the Charles Kindergarten family! My boy also loves going there each day, and is always sad when it’s the weekend and school is closed. The learning and playing ratio is perfect, and we are always supported in any way needed. I will always highly recommend to anyone we know in our area."

Kristina Phillips
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