At Ruahine Hokowhitu Kindergarten the strong relationships between children, teachers, whānau and the community are an important part of who we are, which is visible through our inclusive community feel, open door policy, children supporting each other and our friendly team. Together we work in partnership, to nurture creative, curious and active learners.

Our well-resourced, developmentally appropriate and large indoor/outdoor environment allows children the space to explore, celebrate nature, build confidence through challenges, creativity, independence, and meaningful play.   

We are an Enviroschool kindergarten that empowers our community of learners to connect with and care for our environment and create a sustainable future. 

Tamariki and whānau learn and become comfortable with school life through reciprocal visits to schools in the Hokowhitu area, and we offer a playgroup every Tuesday 9.15am to 10.45am as an introduction to our teaching team, environment and to meet other children before starting kindergarten.

Ruahine Hokowhitu Kindergarten is open Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 2.30pm, and closed over the Christmas and New Year break, as well as 13th January, 30th May, 7th – 10th July and 24th October when teachers are engaged in professional development.

Please contact our Head Teacher Heidi to arrange a visit – we look forward to welcoming you and your whānau into our community. 

What Our Whānau Say

"To the wonderful teaching team at Ruahine Hokowhitu Kindergarten, we are so blessed and grateful for the role each of you have played in Mila’s journey through kindy. From the start of her transition to being a confident girl waving to us from the window each morning at drop off, this wouldn’t have happened without your continuous support and ongoing encouragement for Mila to take her time with growth and development at her own pace.
Thank you all so much for your aroha and care for Mila over this past year. We wish you all the best for the future."

"It’s great to have a safe place to take my child. He loves it. All the family feel welcome." 

"Kindy is the centre of the kids’ world. It’s a place they get to be themselves and have fun learning and making friends."

"My daughter has come such a long way after starting a year ago and learns a lot as well as having the time of her life."

Session Times

Monday - Friday
8.30am - 2.30pm

Contact Us

Phone: 06 357 8816 

Mobile: 027 648 7238  
Email: hokowhitu@rka.org.nz