Central Kids Kindergartens - Charles
About Central Kids Kindergartens - Charles
About Free Kindergarten
Free Kindergartens typically offer sessional or part-day early learning programmes led by fully qualified teachers, following Te Whāriki and emphasising learning through play, social interaction, and community involvement. These centres cater to families seeking high-quality education in a not-for-profit, community-based setting with strong ties to local whānau.
What Is 20 Hours ECE funding?
20 Hours ECE is a government-funded initiative that helps reduce the cost of early childhood education for families with tamariki aged 3–5. Eligible children can receive up to 20 hours of funded care and education each week at participating services. Centres can set their own enrolment patterns and may ask for optional charges, but the funded hours themselves should be free of compulsory fees. If you are unsure how this works at Central Kids Kindergartens - Charles, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Central Kids Kindergartens - Charles currently has a roll of 34 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (49% of the roll), alongside māori, pacific, asian children.
Roll and demographic figures are based on data supplied by the Ministry of Education and were last updated on 01/07/2024.
Parent Reviews
“Both my girls go to charles kindy, they have an amazing space to play inside and outside. All the teachers are great, they are so patient and caring with the kids, always making sure they have a hat on when outside.”
“I reccomend charles kindergarten and rate them very highly. I've been lucky to have all my children attend this Center over the years and have felt so supported. The teachers at charles are professional, kind and inclusive, they communicate amazing and work hard to educate and care for all the children. They go above an beyond.”
“Absolutely love being apart of the central kids Charles 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. Will always highly recommend to anyone we know in our area.”
“When you walk through the gates you feel at home. The teachers are friendly and very approachable. The place feels fresh, clean and warmly. If you are looking for a Kindergarten for your child to attend no hesitation in recommending Central Kids Charles Kindergarten Putaruru.”
“Absolutely love it here!! My girls bonded really well with the amazing teachers. There’s heaps of space for the kids to be kids and their learning supported alongside their play. There is plenty of resources to keep them busy and it is a safe and comfortable environment!”
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