This kindergarten operates 8:30am – 2:30pm and stays open in the school holidays.

We have a large attractive outdoor environment and encourage active spontaneous play. Our programme is well-resourced and our gardens provide fresh vegetables for our tamariki and much loved pets. Creativity is represented strongly within our programme. We welcome all families and have a diverse community base.

Our History

The Helen Deem Centre opened in Forbury Rd in February 1955, incorporating a Plunket nurse, three kindergarten teachers, Karitane nurses and kindergarten teachers in training and medical students it catered for 60 children. The centre went on to become Helen Deem Kindergarten and was rebuilt in 2013.