Taupaki Kindergarten
About Taupaki 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 Taupaki Kindergarten, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Taupaki Kindergarten currently has a roll of 41 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (76% of the roll), alongside māori, 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
“Taupaki Kindy has been amazing for my sensitive little man transitioning to school. The teachers are wonderful at what they do and our kids both love their kindy. It has a real family feel and we have felt welcomed from the first day entering the gate. The rural setting is great for our outdoor kids. Super happy with our decision sending them to Taupaki Kindy.”
“All three of my children have attended taupaki kindy. It has been a wonderful place for them to grow and learn. I wouldnt send them anywhere else.”
“I love this Kindy 😍 It’s my 3rd child attending Taupaki Kindy and I so wish my older two could have experienced it now too. The teachers are so lovely and the whole Kindy feels like a big community where everyone gets to know each other. Thanks Taupaki Kindy so such a great experience in those foundational pre-school years!”
“Taupaki kindergarten is a nurturing, safe and fun community kindy. The transition to school next-door is super smooth and integrated. The teachers all bring their different personalities to their work and give 100% always. My son loves attending. There are lots of fun events throughout the year. And they have gorgeous friendly guinea pigs!”
“Staff are amazing, very welcoming and the children really look after each other with kindness and compassion. My daughter who has a serious disability has really blossomed in the past year attending taupaki. Thanks for all the work you do team much appreciated!”
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