Arataki Kindergarten

Welcome to Arataki Kindergarten.

Here in our place, relationships are at the heart of everything we do.  Our children’s learning is supported through sharing pūrākau (local stories) to weave our learning values. These values are:

• Resililence- Manawarotanga
• Creativity – Auahatanga
• Collaboration – Kotahitanga
• Leadership – Rangatiritanga
• Guardianship - Kaitiakitanga

Our kindergarten is a community based, not for profit learning enviroment.

We are a proud Enviroschool and are committed to promoting kaitiakitanga (guardianship) of the environment and the wider community. 

We have an extensive outdoor environment that provides children with rich opportunities to engage in hands on, active exploration of Papatuanuku (natural enviroment).

Our learning program is a synergy of children’s interests and teacher led opportunities. We recognise and value children’s individuality and learning styles and see diversity as a strength to be celebrated.

Hours

Our hours are 8:30 - 12:30pm or 8:30 - 2:30pm Monday to Friday. Holiday programmes available following Term's 1, 2 & 3.

How much will it cost?

We offer up to 30 free hours* per week, and accept voluntary donations to help us to continue the great work we do!  We are a donation-based kindergarten, click here to find out more about the average donations we receive.

Visitors are always welcome! So feel free to come in and see us, we look forward to meeting you.