Nau Mai Haere Mai,
Welcome to Nelson Tasman Kindergartens
At Nelson Tasman Kindergartens, we nurture a love of learning in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Across our 22 centres in the Nelson Tasman region, tamariki aged two to six enjoy quality early childhood education led by fully qualified and registered kaiako. Two of our kindergartens also offer spaces for under-twos, supporting families with younger children.
As proud members of the Enviroschools Programme, we support environmental awareness and sustainable thinking from an early age. Our flexible hours help meet the needs of busy whānau, while our focus remains on recognising and supporting the unique potential of every child.
Choose Nelson Tasman Kindergartens for an early learning journey that inspires curiosity, celebrates diversity, and builds a strong foundation for life.
Our Story
Our story began in 1948 with the opening of the first kindergarten in Nelson South, soon followed by Bridge Street, Richmond and Stoke soon after. These Kindergartens were established by volunteers who believed that all children have the right to high quality education.
Enviroschools
Nelson Tasman Kindergartens are proud regional partners of the Enviroschools Programme. This unique sustainability journey involves over 950 early childhood centres and schools across New Zealand, helping tamariki and their communities learn to care for the environment.
What will it cost?
As a not-for-profit charity dedicated to giving children the best start, every cent of our funding goes towards employing trained, registered teachers and creating inspiring environments and resources in our kindergartens and centres.
Thinking about enrolling? We'd love to hear from you.
Fill out our enrolment enquiry form and the team at your chosen kindergarten(s) will be in touch to chat about availability and answer any questions you may have.
We’re here to help you find the right fit for your whānau and look forward to welcoming you soon.
We’re in your neighbourhood!
With 22 Kindergartens and Centres Across Nelson Tasman — We’re Never Far from Home. Our wide network ensures that quality early childhood education is accessible to families throughout the region. Wherever you are in Nelson Tasman, there's a kindergarten nearby.
Convenient Hours & Flexible Options
Our kindergartens are open Monday to Friday, with hours aligned to school schedules, and cater to children aged 2–6. For families with younger children, Auckland Point and Bridge Street Kindergartens also welcome under-twos — supporting a smooth and continuous early learning journey.
Year-Round Learning
We know how valuable consistency is in a child’s development. That’s why most of our kindergartens stay open during term breaks, helping families maintain routine and continuity. Please check with your chosen kindergarten for their specific holiday hours.
Quality Education You Can Trust
We’re proud to offer exceptional early childhood education grounded in care, expertise, and sustainability:
100% qualified and registered teachers
Flexible hours to fit your family’s needs
Enviroschools regional partner — with 16 of our centres actively involved in this nationwide sustainability programme
