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Kelvin Grove Kindergarten

Phone: 06 354 1442
Mobile: 022 0656 277

Email: kelvingrove@rka.org.nz

113 Hillcrest Drive, Palmerston North 4414

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Education, learning through play, 100% qualified teachers, and amazing play spaces - learn about the Ruahine Kindergarten Association approach that's part of all our locations.

Why Us
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Kindness, Reflection, Connecting with Whānau, Strong Team.

Ruahine Kelvin Grove Kindergarten is a place where kindness, connection, and confidence grow together.

We offer your tamariki fun, hands-on opportunities in music, movement, literacy, science, and art. Kindness is at the heart of everything we do. Tamariki take part in regular field trips and Kind Hearts projects, which helps develop empathy and a strong sense of belonging.

Our passionate teaching team regularly reflects on their practice and works closely with whānau to share how your child is progressing. We invite families into our learning space and welcome visitors to share their knowledge and culture. Here, every tamariki is prepared for the future with pride.

It takes a village to raise a child – find yours with us. Pop in anytime — or if you'd prefer to book a visit, get in touch and let’s organise your free tour today or enrol!

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What you need to know

Enrolments are now open.

  • Age range: 2–5 years old

  • Session times: 8.30 am–2.30 pm

  • Up to 20 hours free for 3–5 year olds, beyond that, fees apply (we can also help you find out if you’re eligible for childcare subsidies)

  • Proud to support a sustainable world - Friends of Enviroschool

  • Open throughout the year except public holidays and teacher-only days

  • We run a free playgroup on Fridays, 9.00am—10.30am! It’s a great way to get to know us and meet other whānau. Get in touch and we can chat about how you can join the fun.

Why whānau choose us as their village

  • “Supportive teachers, sense of belonging for child and family, great resources.”

  • “I strongly recommend Kelvin Grove Kindergarten to others and would have my future children attend this kindergarten.”

  • “Keeping my child safe, teaching them communication skills, encouraging their strengths and to overcome their weaknesses, while having fun and making new friends.”

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Why should you come for a tour?

Visiting our locations is a great way to see which is the right fit for your tamariki and whānau. During your tour you’ll meet us, check out our learning spaces and get a feel for our values and routines. It’s also the perfect opportunity to ask any questions you might have.

Come and discover the difference Ruahine Kindergarten Association will make for your whānau - we’ll be thrilled to show you and your tamariki around!

Get in touch and let’s organise your free tour today.

Find your people

We’re very friendly—so come say hi! We’d love to arrange a time for you to visit.

Phone: 06 354 1442
Mobile: 022 0656 277

Email: kelvingrove@rka.org.nz

113 Hillcrest Drive, Palmerston North 4414