Welcome to

Makino Kindergarten

Phone: 06 323 4633
Mobile: 027 756 9382

Email: makino@rka.org.nz

58 Lethbridge Street, Feilding 4702

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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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Accepting, Relationship Building, Individuality, Kaitiakitanga.

Ruahine Makino Kindergarten is a warm and welcoming place where every tamariki is valued.

As a proud Enviroschool, sustainability, nature-based learning, and caring for our land are part of everyday life. This also includes caring for our birds and turtles.

Guided by our values, we help your tamariki build emotional regulation, social skills, and a strong sense of self. Children learn with and from each other in a setting where diversity is celebrated and everyone belongs.

We offer a rich learning environment where te reo Māori and NZ Sign Language is woven into daily learning. Here, your tamariki will be part of a learning community that grows together.

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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Manaakitanga
Kotahitanga
Whanaungatanga
Kaitiakitanga

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 - we’re an Enviroschool

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

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Why whānau choose us as their village

  • “The teachers are amazing and very supportive and welcoming.”

  • “My children feel comfortable with all the teachers and I know they are in safe hands when I leave. Teachers always include all children and encourage them in the activities they are involved in, making learning fun and exciting.”

  • “Provides the opportunity for my child to play and learn, a safe and nurturing environment, supports my strategies – we work together for my child.”

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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: 06 323 4633
Mobile: 027 756 9382

Email: makino@rka.org.nz

58 Lethbridge Street, Feilding 4702