Established in 1920, Kindergartens Waikato operates as a Charitable Trust and is proud to be New Zealand owned and operated. We have twenty nine Kindergartens throughout the Waikato region providing education for over 2, 000 children from the ages of approximately three to five years.We employ fully trained and registered teachers. Research shows that having trained teachers is critical for a quality early childhood service.Experts agree that children who attend a high quality early childhood programme get a head start at school - they have better skills in areas such as communication, reading, numeracy, problem solving and socialisation.We plan programmes that provide the foundation for your child to become a confident, competent and successful learner. Your child will explore numeracy, literacy, science, physical development, writing, social interaction and information communication technology through their play and learning opportunities provided during their time at a kindergarten/centre.Teachers incorporate rich experiences that enhance skills and knowledge into the programme which facilitate a smooth and effective transition to school for children and their families.