Central Kids Kindergartens - Northwood
About Central Kids Kindergartens - Northwood
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 - Northwood, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Central Kids Kindergartens - Northwood currently has a roll of 46 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (65% of the roll), alongside māori, asian, other 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
“This kindergarten is amazing both my kids love going there so friendly and welcoming too”
“This is a great community-focused Kindy. My family has felt welcome and comfortable with the staff. Everyone is very attentive to the needs of the family and kids. They often have events for the kids like “dress like your favorite book character” day and an Easter raffle. Would highly recommend!”
“Best Kindergarten in Taupō, our boy loves his teachers and friends, he can not wait to go kindergarten every single day, even weekends and public holidays . Highly recommend.”
“I couldn’t recommend Northwood kindergarten highly enough! Both of my boys attend and they are just thriving! All of the dedicated teachers are just wonderful and I’m so grateful to have them be a part of my children's lives. I really love the fact they take the kids on excursions outside of the kindergarten too which is quite exciting for them. My boys have created some great friendships with their peers and teachers 😊”
“Awesome Kindy for my little girl. She loves her time there. Great stimulating learning environment where she's really encouraged and has thrived. Great facilities, even better teachers & super helpful admin. Couldn't recommend this Kindy more 👌”
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