100% qualified kaiako
Spacious nature play area
20 hours free
All First Aid Trained
Great Ratios
2 to 6 Year Olds
Welcome to
Tamatea Kindergarten
Nau Mai Haere Mai.
- Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
- 22nd January 2026 - 22nd December 2026
Welcome to Tamatea Kindergarten, where your child is at the heart of everything. Your child’s journey begins with curiosity, creativity and building their sense of belonging and empowerment. Nestled in the heart of Napier’s Tamatea community, our Kindergarten offers a warm, inclusive environment with ample outdoor space to grow and explore. Our deeply passionate team of qualified Teachers work in partnership with your whanau, nurturing your child’s creativity, resilience, and social and cultural awareness. We strive to make every child feel valued, empowered and loved.
At Tamatea Kindergarten, we maintain a ratio of 1:10, ensuring personalised attention and support for each learner. Join us at Tamatea Kindergarten, where your child’s early education journey is enriched with exploration, cultural affirmation, and a strong sense of belonging.
Vision and Philosophy
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Meet the team
Nadine Leckner
Kaiako Matua
Bachelor of Education – Teaching
Current First Aid Certification
Nicola Nicholls
Kaiako
Bachelor of Education
Diploma of Teaching (ECE)
Current First Aid Certification
Amelia Moorhead
Kaiako
Bachelor of Education
Diploma of Teaching (ECE)
Current First Aid Certification
Kadesha Whyte
Kaiako
Bachelor of Teaching (ECE)
Current First Aid Certification
Jenny Carter
Kaiako
Bachelor of Teaching (ECE)
Current First Aid Certification
Nadine Exeter
Kindergarten Support Worker
Current First Aid Certification
