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Welcome to
Fairfield Kindergarten

We believe that children’s learning and development is fostered if the well-being of their family, community and culture is supported, so the teaching team are committed to working in partnership with parents and whānau. We welcome parents spending time in the centre and value their contribution in all aspects of their children’s learning journey.

Fairfield Early Education Centre is set in the grounds of Fairfield College, although you do not have to be affiliated with the College to have your child attend — all families are welcome!

Welcome to
Fairfield Kindergarten

We believe that children’s learning and development is fostered if the well-being of their family, community and culture is supported, so the teaching team are committed to working in partnership with parents and whānau. We welcome parents spending time in the centre and value their contribution in all aspects of their children’s learning journey.

Fairfield Early Education Centre is set in the grounds of Fairfield College, although you do not have to be affiliated with the College to have your child attend — all families are welcome!

Hours

Monday-Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm

  • Daily charge applies.

Contact

07 855 5464

55 Bankwood Rd, Hamilton

fairfield.eec@kindergarten.org.nz

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About Fairfield Kindergarten

We have a small teacher/child ratio with registered teachers, who focus on extending the children’s interests and presenting a challenging and stimulating programme appropriate to each individual child’s progress.

  • Provide inclusive, high quality early education and childcare.
  • Commitment to reflect our bicultural heritage.
  • Value family/whānau and centre partnership.
  • Warm & welcoming qualified staff who are passionate about caring and learning.
  • Teachers work with infants so that routines and a strong sense of belonging is nurtured.
  • Well resourced and grassed outdoor play area.
  • Learning is based on the NZ Early Childhood Curriculum, Te Whāriki.
  • Cool 4 School transition to school programme.
Why choose us?

Why choose us?

Our qualified staff carefully plan programmes that fulfil the early childhood curriculum. We aim to ensure children are competent, confident and successful learners. Children will learn and develop:

  • A strong foundation in reading, writing and maths
  • Art, creativity, music and dance skills
  • An understanding of sustainability and their environment
  • The importance of New Zealand's heritage
  • Social skills, behaviour management and manners
  • Self confidence
  • Learning skills such as independence, creativity and curiosity
  • Friendships that may last throughout their schooling
  • Relationships with consistent, familiar teachers
  • To understand and operate within a structured routine

Teachers provide learning extensions that prepare you child for school which include numeracy & numbers, literacy & language, nature & science, computers & technology, puzzles & games, creative arts, sand & water play, trips, transition to school programme, child friendships… and more!

Children work together at mat time to share daily information, stories, songs, movement, drama and waiata.

Andrea
Head Teacher

Andrea -BTchg (ECE)

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Hear what parents have to say

"Awesome place that my child loves; looks forward to each time. It's a good feeling knowing your child is happy when you leave."

From a parent at Fairfield Early Education Centre

"Great teachers and my child loves there. She always feels welcomed and valued."

From a parent at Fairfield Early Education Centre

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