Every day is a new adventure.

Junior & Early Explorers: Specialized early childhood education in Nelson for ages 2.5 to school age.

Child exploring at Kiwi Explorers

Ages

2-5+

Specialised

Early learning in Hope, Nelson

Childcare where movement, play and curiosity lead learning

Kiwi Explorers is an early childhood education centre at 219 Main Road, Hope, welcoming Nelson and Tasman whānau with children aged 2.5 years to school age. Our qualified educators support confident, active learners through play, movement, relationships and preparation for school.

Active Curiosity

Junior Explorers

Our Junior Explorers are active, curious, and seeking to make sense of their world. We provide a stimulating environment where tamariki are encouraged to test limits, explore causes and effects, and engage in sensory-rich messy play.

Children playing together and exploring at Junior Explorers

Pathways to School

Early Explorers

In our Early Explorers room, we focus on school readiness through Tuakana and Teina small group times. Tamariki develop independence, social leadership, and foundational literacy skills in a play-based, supportive environment.

Pre-school children engaged in school readiness activities

Perceptual Motor Programme

Movement is Learning

At Kiwi Explorers, a 'Moving Child is a Learning Child'. Our specialized PMP develops control, concentration, and eye-tracking through motor experiences, providing the perceptual knowledge essential for conceptual thinking.

Children participating in the Perceptual Motor Programme (PMP)

Ready to start the adventure?

Join our whānau and build a foundation of confidence for your child’s future.