Nau mai haere mai - Welcome
You are always welcome to come in and, get a feel for our environment, learn about our philosophy, meet the teaching team, and ask any questions. We are community focused and we walk in partnership with whānau/family to best meet the needs and aspirations of our children.
We create a calm, positive, and homely atmosphere for children to socialise and learn from each other (tuakana/teina). Our group planning values/pou, are manaakitanga, hauora and ako. We collaboratively plan for this throughout our program, environment, language, and within our teaching practices.
We have Key teacher approach (individual planning), each child has one teacher following their learning pathway and documenting their learning in a journal book and online through Storypark. This is to ensure consistency and strong communication between whānau and the Key teacher. We recognise that children learn through play unlocking their interests in creative ways of self-expression.
Our teachers have a range of levels of te reo Māori and we are committed to engaging in all aspects of Te Ao Māori. Tikanga practices such as waiata, kapa haka, rongoā, rakau Māori, te reo Māori, and pūrakau are all dynamic aspects of our program and environment.
We share a very strong connection with the Frimley Primary School, as they are located right next to our kindergarten. We often visit the school grounds and embrace the whānau feel that has developed throughout our relationships with the older children, teachers and leaders. We are a community!
Nau mai haere mai. Come visit, email, and/or ring anytime. We also have a Facebook page you can follow. Mauri ora
Vision and Philosophy
Vision
The tamariki of Frimley Park Kindergarten are nurtured in a homely, playful, and language-rich environment, where they develop a strong sense of identity and see themselves as confident, capable learners.
He aroha whakatō, he aroha ka puta mai.
If kindness is sown, then kindness you shall receive.
Philosophy
At our kindergarten, we believe learning flourishes in the context of strong, respectful relationships. We nurture meaningful connections between tamariki, whānau, kaiako, and our community, recognising that each child’s hauora is interwoven with the collective wellbeing of those around them. We value parents as the first teachers. Together, we honour their aspirations and walk alongside them in partnership. Our key teacher approach strengthens this relationship, ensuring each child is deeply known and their story of growth is captured with care.
We provide a calm, positive, and creative environment where tamariki are free to explore, express themselves, and engage in rich, child-led play and inquiry. Within this space, children are affirmed as individuals, grounded in their social and cultural contexts, and supported to develop a strong sense of belonging.
Ako is at the heart of our practice. We embrace children’s interests, wonderings, and working theories through daily rituals, exploration, and accessible creative resources that ignite imagination and deepen understanding.
We are committed to strengthening te reo Māori me ngā tikanga within our curriculum. Through pūrākau, waiata, karakia, pepeha, Matariki, kapa haka, mātauranga Māori, and whanaungatanga. Tamariki are immersed in the richness of te ao Māori and the values of manaakitanga and kotahitanga.
As part of a diverse community, we stand alongside Frimley Primary School. We ensure children gain foundational skills and confidence for lifelong learning, while nurturing relationships that extend to school, community, and beyond.
Manaakianga
The relationship of respect, inclusiveness, kindness, and aroha to oneself, others, and our environment.
Atua – Tāne Mahuta – Atua of the forest, of life, growth, and the connection between all living things.
Hauora
Well-being -hinengaro, tinana, whatumanawa, wairua.
Atua – Ruaumoko – Atua of earthquakes and volcanoes, symbolising internal energy, emotions, and growth.
Mauria te pono- Believe in yourself
What Matters Here
Our priorities are guided by our Pou: Manaakitanga, Hauora, and Ako.
These values shape the way we think, respond, and live out our practice each day.
These values influence what we think and how we respond in our ways of being and doing.
Manaakitanga
The relationship of respect, inclusiveness, kindness, and aroha to oneself, others, and our environment.
Atua – Tāne Mahuta – Atua of the forest, of life, growth, and the
connection between all living things
Children’s learning:
• Building trust and secure relationships with peers, kaiako, and key teachers.
• Practising respect, inclusiveness, and tolerance for self, others, and the environment.
• Welcoming and embracing whānau, extended family, and manuhiri.
• Caring for animals and the natural world.
Hauora
Well-being -hinengaro, tinana, whatumanawa, wairua.
Atua – Ruaumoko – Atua of earthquakes and volcanoes, symbolising internal energy, emotions, and growth.
Children’s learning:
• Developing resilience and the ability to self-regulate emotions.
• Taking responsibility for their own well-being and caring for others.
• Taking safe, supported risks in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Growing a sense of personal worth and cultural identity.
Ako
Viewing yourself as a learner empowers the process of learning and understanding.
Atua – Taranga – Mother of Māui, symbolising whakapapa, nurturing, and the passing on of knowledge.
Children’s learning:
• Learning with and from each other through tuakana–teina relationships.
• Nurturing curiosity, exploration, and a love of learning through interests, routines, and creative expression.
• Engaging deeply with stories, pūrākau, and expressing their own narratives through art, dance, music, and play.
• Learning to live
Ako
Viewing yourself as a learner empowers the process of learning and understanding.
Atua – Taranga – Mother of Māui, symbolising whakapapa, nurturing, and the passing on of knowledge.
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Hours and Fees
20 January - 18 December 2026
We are open during school term breaks (excluding summer holidays)
Monday – Friday:
8.30 am – 2.30 pm
Dates Closed
2026 Statutory Holidays
Waitangi Day – Friday 6 February
Good Friday – Friday 3 April
Easter Monday – Monday 6 April
Anzac Day – Saturday 25 April
King’s Birthday – Monday 1 June
Matariki – Friday 10 July
Hawkes’ Bay Anniversary – Friday 23 October
Labour Day – Monday 26 October
Kaiako Professional Development
We will be closed on the following dates to support kaiako professional development, ensuring continuous growth and improvement:
Friday 17th April (1 day)
Monday 13th July - Friday 17th July (1 week)
Friday 9th October (1 day)
Fees
ZERO FEES
Kaiako
Louis Kittleson
Kaiako Matua (Head Teacher)
Bachelor of Teaching
(Early Childhood Education)
Carole Mooney
Kaiako
Bachelor of Education
Diploma of Education
(Early Childhood Education)
Fleur du Fresne
Kaiako
Graduate Diploma of Education
(Early Childhood Education)
Bachelor of Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine
Liz Payne
Kaiako
Diploma of Teaching
(Early Childhood Education)






