Two is a great age to start kindy

Our fully qualified, registered kaiako create nurturing environments where the youngest tamariki thrive. Small class sizes and individual programmes support your two-year-old’s growing independence, while mixed age groups help with social development. Kindergarten’s learning through play philosophy means your tamaiti learns at their own pace, in their own time, through their own interests. And, as non-profits, our kindys put children first – just as the name says.

Ready 2 Go? Our Canterbury, West Coast and Central Otago kindergartens are waitlisting and enrolling now.

Find a Kidsfirst kindy near you today and find out how you can get more kindy with 20 hours free even for 2 year olds.*

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