Welcome to

Riverdale Kindergarten

Phone: 06 353 0975
Mobile: 027 353 0123

Email: riverdale@rka.org.nz

11 Dittmer Drive, Palmerston North 4412

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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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Inclusive, Connection with Ahimate Reserve, Resilience, Sustainability.

At Ruahine Riverdale Kindergarten, every child is valued, respected, and supported.

Our calm, home-like space is filled with natural resources. This helps your child feel settled, supported, and free to be themselves. Tamariki are encouraged to follow their interests and lead their own learning. Through this, we build creative, resilient, and confident learners.

We take regular walks to Ahimate Reserve to connect with the land and develop a deep sense of place. Nature is our classroom, and every day brings a new chance to explore and learn.

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 - we’re an Enviroschool

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

  • We run a free playgroup Thursday 10.30am - 11.30am. 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.

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Why whānau choose us as their village

  • “The teachers at Riverdale Kindergarten are fantastic, and the feel of the kindergarten is so inviting and caring.“

  • “Riverdale provides a caring/nurturing environment that has enabled our child to grow in confidence, experience new avenues of play, meet new children, develop her language, and assisted her interest in technology and art.”

  • “A stimulating and welcoming environment where teachers are genuinely interested in my child and his interests. I like how children are responsible for their belongings and being taught to respect others.”

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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: 06 353 0975
Mobile: 027 353 0123

Email: riverdale@rka.org.nz

11 Dittmer Drive, Palmerston North 4412