About us and our programme

Our kindergarten opened in 1956 so we have a long history of providing central Upper Hutt and surrounding suburbs with quality early childhood education.

Our vision is 'to grow confident and competent lifelong learners'.  We want children to be engaged with learning, to follow their interests, to be stimulated and to have fun.

One of our most important traditions here is for children to tell themselves at the end of each session that they 'are special and clever and great learners'.

Children practice, try new things, gain confidence and enjoy success. They learn about the world around them and how to successfully work in the very important group context. Our equipment supports our curriculum focus on children learning through play.

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The team

Back row: Kelly Gage, Penny Clash, Diana Johnson, Hayley Anngow Front Row: Katy De Lima and Sophie Farrow

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Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm

2026 Open Dates

Monday 12 January to Friday 18 December

Closed:

Thursday 8 October and Friday 9 October