The Cottage Kindergarten

The Cottage Kindergarten is an all-day facility for 2 to 4 year olds. We are open from 8.15am to 3.30pm and offer flexible hours of attendance within this, which allows us to cater for parents who work or study. At the Cottage Kindergarten we only close for a week in two of the term breaks, public holidays and over the Christmas period. 

We have a real sense of whanaungatanga/family relationships, which is very important to us as many of our children begin kindergarten when they turn two years of age. We offer a nurturing and inclusive environment with learning programmes specifically developed to be meaningful to each and every child, regardless of their age. 

As a teaching team we value parents’ learning aspirations for their children, and will work with them to achieve their child’s goals. 

We often take spontaneous walks around the community visiting local businesses, parks and reserves where the children can take part in active movement sessions or large group games. 

We are also part of the Taiao Tuhura/Discovering Nature programme. As part of this we take our eldest ten children out to the Kindergartens South native bush section on Myross Road every Thursday morning to explore and learn in nature. 

We have an onsite cook who prepares wholesome and nutritious meals for a low daily cost. 

If you are interested in your having your child attend The Cottage Kindergarten, you are welcome to bring them to have a look around and play while you meet our friendly team. We will endeavour to find a space for your child as possible.