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Waimea Kindergarten

Te Puna - 9 Gilbert Street Richmond
​Ph 03 544 9069
Te Awa - 11a Gilbert Street Richmond Ph 03 544 6908

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Our Philosophy:

To provide a safe, fun environment based on respect and relationships

Our Intent:

Children will leave Waimea Kindergarten with skills for life long learning

Ko te ahurei o te tamaiti arahia o tatou mahi
Let the uniqueness of the child guide our work

Waimea Kindergarten is located within the Waimea campus alongside local schools.

We have two buildings referred to as Te Puna and Te Awa.

At Te Puna we have a group size of 30 children, and at Te Awa we have a group size of 45 children.

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Children learn through play – by doing, asking, exploring and discovering new ideas.


We encourage our children to make sense of the world around them through wonder and discovery.

Waimea Kindergarten Offers:

An environment that reflects and respects children’s interests, strengths and capabilities
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A child-centered learning environment rich in a range of materials, resources and opportunities in which children can engage

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Creative and open-ended learning experiences
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Respectful and qualified teachers who give children time and space to develop a sense of self-worth, identity,
self-esteem, independence and confidence with managing themselves

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Bi-cultural practices that help all children to know about the dual heritage of Aotearoa New Zealand

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Individualised transition visits to school
New experiences where children can develop the confidence to try new things, embrace challenges, take risks and cope with change
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Opportunities for children to develop responsibility for both themselves and others
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A sense of community with local schools
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An environment where they can further develop their social skills for forming relationships and building on friendships


Small and large group experiences where children develop the confidence to actively participate and share their ideas


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An inclusive learning environment where children are valued and supported as unique learners where they can ask questions, investigate and explore ideas
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Environmentally sustainable practices and links to the natural world
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Our Parents/Whanau say:

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“Each of you individually have supported and given my child so much – knowledge, love, kindness and friendship. Without you all she would not be as ‘ready for school’ or as keen as she is.”
“Kindergarten has been fantastic for my child, and she has loved coming along, always coming home singing songs and telling us about her day.”

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Children and families are welcome to visit us anytime.
Come and see how awesome our kindergarten is.

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