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Kilbirnie Early Learners

AKOMANGA KŌHUNGAHUNGA O KILBIRNIE

A warm, inclusive early childhood centre in the heart of Kilbirnie. We offer a play-based learning environment where tamariki feel safe, valued, and supported to grow, explore, and thrive alongside caring kaiako and strong whānau connections.

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Who we are

A QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED TEACHING TEAM

Our kaiako work in partnership with whānau to support tamariki to find a sense of wellbeing and belonging at Kilbirnie Early Learners. We value whānau involvement in tamariki learning, and whānau aspirations for tamariki are incorporated into our curriculum.

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Our
philosophy

At Kilbirnie Early Learners, we embrace a play-based, child-led approach that celebrates diversity, fosters strong relationships, and supports tamariki to grow with confidence and a sense of belonging. Grounded in the values of Te Whāriki and guided by kaupapa Māori, our centre is a place where every child and whānau feels seen, heard, and valued.

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Testimonials

  • “Kilbirnie early learners is an amazing childcare centre! The kaiako went above and beyond to help transition my daughter when she first started and we are consistently impressed with what an amazing place it is for our daughter to learn and play. It is a great community for our family to be apart of.”

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  • “Kilbirnie Early Learners (KEL) is a constant highlight of our daughters week - it's smiles all round when it's a KEL day. From the warm and caring Kaiako to the awesome parent community, we love everything about this place and are so grateful to have been recommended it 18 months ago.
    The small mixed age group has been so integral in our daughters development and confidence. She loooooves cuddling the younger tamariki and looks up to older ones for inspiration. We love that its a 5:1 Tamariki : Kaiako ratio.
    This place is an all round gem!”

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  • “Kilbirnie's Hidden Gem, full of thoughtful teachers who get to know you and your child, and a kind community to boot.
    You will always find the teachers playing alongside the kids, not from up high, guiding learning and maintaining a safe learning environment. Teachers can always give you a detailed story on your child's day.
    This aroha and care has helped my daughters to thrive. Can't recommend it enough.”

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  • “Both of my kids have gone to KEL and I could not be happier that they did. The care shown by the teaching team has been extraordinary, Tenaya is a wonderful leader and has provided support and advice to our family, they are building a wonderful space for children and families.”

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