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Tairua Kindergarten

A special place of learning with lots of space to explore.

Aroha (love) and manaaki (kindness) are embedded in our relationships with tamariki and whānau at Tairua Kindergarten. Our kaikōhau (vision) is for all tamariki to know their potential and to empower themselves through their culture, identity and language.

Our outdoor environment has a large sandpit, swings galore, native māra (gardens), grass for running and intentional play provocations for sensory exploration. Inside you will find a home away from home with invitations to play which radiate warmth and invite curiosity and interest.

Our older tamariki engage in weekly hīkoi (outings) and connect with the wider hāpori (community) to strengthen their sense of belonging and identity within our unique coastal landscape. Our hīkoi also supports the pathway to kura (school) for tamariki.

Kaiako use Incredible Years strategies and Love Pedagogy to support tamariki social and emotional competencies.

Nau mai haere mai ki tō tatou whare aroha, our door is always open. Come in and see us any time to find out about enrolling your tamaiti at our special kindergarten. 

Kindergarten details

Monday to Friday
8am - 3.30pm
Term breaks: OPEN

52 Hornsea Road
Tairua 3508

Phone: 07 864 7954
Mobile: 022 681 3567
Email: tairua@centralkids.org.nz

Cheryl Golder
Kaiwhakaako | Centre Manager

Morgan Lorimer
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 Tairua Kindergarten environment

A special place of learning with lots of space to explore.


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