A sound foundation for life

We are an independent, sessional, community-based kindergarten situated in Remuera for children from 2-5 years of age. Children thrive at Uplands Kindergarten, developing confidence, a passion for discovery and skills that set them up for a lifetime of learning.

Our aim is to provide your child with valuable learning opportunities, stimulation, security and happy times whilst at our kindy. We regard the time we have with your child as a privilege.

Why choose Uplands

100% Qualified teachers
& excellent ratio

We have an excellent teacher:child ratio (1:7) to ensure our children receive quality interactions and care. Our fully qualified teaching team have been with Uplands for more than 15 years.

Confident, engaged
& happy children

We focus on play-based learning; tackling new challenges and developing greater physical and social confidence. Teaching is guided by children’s interests and strengths, from baking to building, gardening to crafts, field trips and more.

We are open
48 weeks a year

We offer flexibility with morning or all day sessions, with family friendly pick-up times. There is no charge for public holidays, and we are also open during school holidays to cater to the needs of our families.

Our Ethos

Uplands children are inspired by their own learning power, having fun while developing skills in co-operative play, problem solving, independent reasoning and reflection.

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Transition to School

Our transition-to-school programme for four-year-olds focuses on the skills needed to start school, and nurtures a love of learning in a dynamic environment.

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Science experiments in our 4 year old ready for school programme

Everything you need to know before starting at Uplands

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A Day at Uplands

Find out what a typical day at Uplands Kindergarten looks like.

Experienced, qualified kindergarten teachers been at Uplands for more than 15 years

Meet our team of Qualified Teachers

At Uplands we have some of the best early childhood education teachers around, and each brings something special to their work here.

What people say about Uplands

  • My children loved Uplands, such a wonderful kindergarten with teachers who genuinely care for each child and have the time and passion to explore what makes each child unique. A very special place.

    KARLA

  • Amazing kindy and teaching staff. My daughter loved her time at Uplands kindy. Lovely nurturing environment and the teachers are incredibly caring and supportive of the children and their families. 100% recommended for any families looking for a kindy the area. We feel very lucky to have been part of the Uplands community.

    MARIANA

  • Brilliant teachers so kind and nurturing. They go the extra mile and are wonderful to the children. We were so blessed to put two of our children through Uplands. Highly recommend.

    PIP

  • I have three children who have all been through Uplands Kindergarten and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Children are lovingly nurtured in a fabulous environment by a team of great teachers, resources and support staff. Children are really encouraged to grow in many skills from social, maths, reading, Maori, environmental, art, morals, music, culture, acceptance of others, cooking and physical activity. We still look at their portfolios with pride and joy, thanks to the Upland A1 team!

    STEPHANIE

  • We have three kids and have been involved in seven ECEs (we have moved cities several times). Uplands is by far the best we have come across. The teachers are the rockstars of ECE. We feel so lucky to have found Uplands!

    ANNA

  • The best kindy in the area! You'll find the most nurturing learning environment at Uplands. Our child has thrived under the care of her kind and passionate teachers, who have been there for many years and are absolutely amazing at catering the learning to each individual child. They also organise several field trips a year, and offer a brilliant school-ready programme for 4 year olds. We would highly recommend them to to anyone considering a quality ECE.

    EMILY

Over 50 years of early childhood education servicing Remuera, Ellerslie, Meadowbank, Greenlane, Newmarket and surrounds

53 years of early childhood education in Remuera and counting…

We have been a trusted part of the local community for more than 50 years, with our team of incredibly nurturing and experienced teachers who have been here for decades.

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Pop in for a visit

We welcome visitors to Uplands Kindergarten — feel free to drop into our kindergarten during opening hours or get in touch using the form below.

OPENING HOURS
Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm

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