Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens

Whānau Manaaki is a non-profit association providing free early childhood education and community services for whānau across Aotearoa. We offer high-quality teaching and learning with our 100% qualified and registered kindergarten teachers and our skilled and trained educators.

Whānau Manaaki provides administrative, management and property management support to over 100 kindergartens across Aotearoa, supporting educational leadership and professional development to over 800 teaching staff and educators.

A focus on innovation and excellence supports our teachers and educators to provide for the needs of children and their families.

Around 5000 tamariki are enrolled in our kindergartens, and over 80 children are enrolled with our Pasifika-focused Etu Ao home-based services.

Whānau Manaaki children get a great start to their formal education in a caring community environment. Each kindergarten offers its own individual programme, created around community interests along with Te Whāriki - New Zealand's early childhood curriculum.

A handful of kindergartens across the country have spaces available for you and your children. Your local Whānau Manaaki kindergarten provides 20 hours free for all children from 2-5 years old, low fees after 20 hours, and 100% qualified teachers. Looking for childcare that guarantees learning, friendship, and fun? Find a kindergarten near you and begin the enrolment process today.