Epsom South Kindergarten
About Epsom South Kindergarten
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 Epsom South Kindergarten, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Epsom South Kindergarten currently has a roll of 30 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Asian tamariki are the largest group (74% of the roll), alongside european, pacific, 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
“Oreen loved his time at Epsom South Kindergarten – the caring staff, the great daily routine, and the freedom of choice. He was always happy to go in the morning, and we already miss it!”
“Great place for kids with huge outdoor area and friendly teaching staff. My daughter was there for 2.5 years and my son 1 year. They really love it and there was never one day that they don’t want to go to kindy. The teachers are amazing and make the kids feel like home. Highly recommended.”
“We can never thank Julie, the Principal of Epsom South enough for accommodating our nephew, who was almost classified as a special needs child. They transformed him into one gifted child in 3 months. No words to praise the skills, dedication, cultural competency of the teachers. Large outdoor play area, gardening for kids, creativity area, library, chickens and bird duty, the list will be endless.”
“Best Kindergarten big space and so much resources for children to play with. All the teachers are very helpful. My son doesn't want to go in any other Kindergarten. And still missing his teacher and toys he played with.”
“Good teachers and good facility!”
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