Education & Training

Active Explorers Kaiapoi – pre school
Business Genre
Business Description

Active Explorers Kaiapoi is an exciting new Early Learning Centre about to open in May/June. The centre is beautifully designed and amazingly resourced with the highest quality and latest equipment and resources for your child to engage with. Our teachers have been selected for their passion and commitment to offering the best care and educational opportunities for your children.

Active Explorers Kaiapoi is a place of wonderment and discovery where your child will grow and develop confidence, be a creative thinker and have that independence that will enable them to be successful in their future learning journey at school.

Centre Hours:

Monday to Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Half Days/Full Days

Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: Closed

Ages Catered For:

3 Months – 5 Years

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
03 662 9067
Business Address
306 Beach Rd
Kaiapoi
Honeybeez Preschool Nursery
Business Genre
Business Description

Honey Beez Preschool & Nursery is a Education & Care type Early Childhood Service. Whose regional council is Canterbury Region under education region of Canterbury

Business Phone Number
03-327 5683
Business Address
208 Williams St, Kaiapoi 7630
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/honeybeez.preschool
Kaiapoi Plunket Clinic
Business Genre
Business Description

What we offer:

Plunket sees more than 90% of newborn babies in New Zealand each year. Plunket offers parenting information and support as well as developmental assessments of your child.

Our nurses provide support through home and clinic visits, mobile clinics and PlunketLine, a free telephone advice service for parents. Call 0800 933 922, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Plunket also organises parent groups, parenting education, toy libraries, drop in centres, play groups, early childhood education and education in schools – most of which are available nationwide.

Business Phone Number
03 327 8480 or 0800 933 922
Business Address
Kaiapoi Community Centre, Sewell Street, Kaiapoi
ABC Kaiapoi
Business Name
Business Genre
Business Description

ABC Kaiapoi is a gorgeous purpose built childcare centre set against the stunning rural backdrop of Kaiapoi. We are a large centre and have ample room for your child to play in a safe and nurturing environment where learning is driven by children’s interests.

Our caring and qualified teachers will nurture and extend your child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. We have loads of excellent age-specific resources to help your child learn and develop to their full potential. We believe that to effectively guide children into school, both teachers and parents/whānau need to be active participants in the journey. Because of this, we have an Open Door Policy, where we welcome family contributions at any time.

We understand that it can be quite stressful leaving your child in our care for the first time and know that it is important for you to be happy when leaving your children. Therefore we encourage you and your child to visit the centre as many times as you like, until you’re both comfortable.

Visiting the centre gives you the chance to see our teachers working with the children and in turn this is how they will interact with your child. You don’t need to book for a visit, simply drop by or call us for more information.

What makes us different:

  • We have three large playgrounds for children to explore and discover, which are currently being re modelled to include new natural play areas.
  • We have five large classrooms – providing more than required space to extend children’s learning. Which include a separate room for our under ones.
  • Our under two bedroom has full stand-alone cots with a home away from home feel.
  • Low teacher to child ratios
  • Qualified, passionate and experienced staff
  • Bright, clean and well-resourced centre
Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(03) 327 0733
Business Address
56 Williams Street
Kaiapoi
Christchurch 7630
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/BestStartEducare
Rainbow Preschool
Business Name
Business Genre
Business Description

The Rainbow Early Learning Centre was established in May 2001 to meet the needs of the local community. The Rainbow provides quality education and care programmes and facilities for children from age 6 months until they start school. The inside layout of the Rainbow provides maximum space and excellent visibility which helps to ensure child safety. The outside play areas are designed to give your child a wide range of play experiences in a safe environment.

The Rainbow emphasises Christian values to provide a warm, caring, supportive environment for families/whānau. Each child will receive individual attention and experiences, while at the same time have opportunities to be involved socially within group activities.

A developmentally appropriate programme catering for the needs of your child is provided in a fun loving atmosphere. The Rainbow’s curriculum is based on the Ministry of Education’s Te Whāriki strands and goals, and is taught from a Christian perspective in line with our “Special Character”.

We are fully licensed by the Ministry of Education and we have met their rigorous standards of safety, hygiene, equipment, and quality staff/child ratios.

The Rainbow is administered by the Person to Person Help Trust, a Charitable Trust set up by Kaiapoi Baptist Church. Along with our sister centre, The Ark Early Learning Centre, we provide quality care and education in the Kaiapoi Community.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
03 327 3232
Business Address
6 Cosgrove Road, Kaiapoi
Sovereign Star Preschool
Business Genre
Business Description

At Sovereign Stars, we believe that early years are a special time in a child’s life: an exciting period of discovery and learning.

We commit to provide exceptional care and education for your children.

What We Offer:

  • A stimulating educational based programme for Children Aged 0 – 5 years
  • Specialised music, dance and drama programme for Children aged 0 – 5 years.
  • An opportunity for children to develop imagination and creativity through daily experiences.
  • Gym programme, where children will develop gross motor skills, balance and co-ordination.
  • Extension group for four year olds which focuses on readiness for school.
  • Children are able to participate in small focused experiences to develop self-management and independence.
  • Enjoyable experiences for children that promotes learning in numeracy and literacy.
  • An environment where children are able to follow their interests and develop an enquiring mind.
  • Develop language and communication by interacting, participating, and co-operating with other children and adults.
Business Phone Number
021 0295 1364 or 03 260 1023
Business Address
414 Williams Street
Kaiapoi, Waimakariri
Canterbury
New Zealand 7691
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/sovereignstar/
Sweet Pea Early Learning Centre
Business Description

An amazing new daycare opening soon in Mandeville, Christchurch in January 2018.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
03-312 0715
Business Address
468 Mandeville Road
Ohoka
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/Sweet-Pea-Early-Learning-Centre-752225501569293/
Enterprise North Canterbury
Business Description

Enterprise North Canterbury (ENC) Business Centre is a new, innovative space designed to be a 'go to' place for the North Canterbury business community.

Conveniently located in central Kaiapoi, the Business Centre brings together entrepreneurs, freelancers, professionals and other business people in an inspiring and energetic environment designed to encourage learning and give opportunities for informal networking with other users.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
03-327 3135
Business Address
143 Williams St, Kaiapoi 7630
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/NCEDT/
Suzuki Piano Lessons age 4 and up
Business Description

Kind Caring teacher - Deb Williams
Some vacancies Mon/Tues before and after school. Also older and adult beginners traditional or Suzuki. Experienced teacher of children with disabilities. Studio situated in Clarkville. Lessons $30/half hour ph 3272793 /0274978130 or email debw244@gmail.com for more info or bookings

Business Phone Number
(03) 3272793 or mobile (027) 4978130
Business Address
Clarkville
Eden Dance Centre
Business Name
Business Description
We offer social Ballroom Latin American and rock n roll.
Grant is an NZFDT qualified dance teacher with over 30 years of amateur competitive dance experience and professional dance instruction.
He is the immediate past Chairperson for the Canterbury Branch of the NZFDT, is the MC for all local Canterbury amateur dance competitions, a Judge, and in recent years has been a Guest MC and Judge for other regional centres and both the New Zealand National and Asia Pacific dance events.
Grant has been teaching in North Canterbury since 2005 with most of his classes now held in Kaiapoi. Both social and competitive classes are available. Grant also teaches wedding dances, is available as an event MC and has taught at school around North Canterbury.
Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
027 561 9252
Business Address
Kaiapoi North Primary School
Kaiapoi, New Zealand
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Funky Duck Learning
Business Name
Business Genre
Business Description

Funky Duck Learning is all about finding a way to enjoy learning. Each student has different needs and our mission is to find what sparks the light.

The teacher is a qualified registered primary school teacher with skills in all curriculum learning from year 1 through to year 8, year 9 for literacy as well as SLD teaching experience. I have worked extensively with students who have switched off from learning by working with them using their interests and activities that are fun and achievable.

I am registered with Ngai Tahu for providing sponsored learning for Ngai Tahu tamariki. Engaging students into enjoying their learning is my passion and I’m forever finding activities that I can use to keep the motivation alive.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(03) 327 3243 or (021) 1154011
Business Address
3 Wesley Street, Kaiapoi
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/Funky-Duck-Learning-1483306845225309/
Bella Montessori Preschool and Nursery
Business Genre
Business Description

Bella Montessori is Kaiapoi’s first educational Montessori Preschool. We have highly experienced teachers, some who have a combination of Early Childhood Degree and a Montessori qualification. Our philosophy promotes a supportive community where children look after one another. Teachers promote gentle and caring interactions.

Montessori education for children 0-6 years, focus on environmental education - sustainability.

Business Phone Number
03-327 6066
Business Address
14 Carew St, Kaiapoi 7630
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/bellamontessori.co.nz/
Child’s Time Early Learning Centre- Silverstream
Business Genre
Business Description

We are excited to announce a brand new innovative Nursery and Preschool will be open very soon at the Silverstream Estate in Kaiapoi. This new residential area is a safe, family focused environment serving as an exceptional place to offer our quality education and care programme.

  • State of the art facilities and equipment
  • Separate Nursery (0-2 yrs) Preschool (2-3.5yrs) Prepschool (3.5-5yrs)
  • Large outdoor play area for all age groups
  • Both indoor and outdoor play areas exceed Ministry of Education Regulations
  • Qualified experienced teachers in each room.
  • Separate gym/music room for children 2-5 years
  • Individual Portfolios for each child, and extensive transition to school programme
  • 20 hours ECE FREE for all children 3-5 years (conditions apply)
  • Full day and half day sessions

 

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
(0275) 460164
FitandAbel
Business Name
Business Description

FitandAbel are swim coaches and open water swim specialists for adults. Highly experienced and very passionate Dan, Chloe and Penelope can help you wherever you are on your swimming journey, providing a fun and rewarding experience.
We have a private indoor heated 12m pool in Kaiapoi where we teach adult 121 'learn to swim' and swim technique lessons, plus small group clinics.
We also host swimming events over summer around Christchurch and open water swimming opportunities through weekend Swim Camps in both Christchurch and at Lake Brunner on the West Coast. And run Custom Swims for those looking to complete their own long distance swim challenge.
So if you are looking to start swimming, have signed up for a triathlon and need swim support, or are looking to take that next step and complete a marathon swim, then touch base to see how we can assist your swimming journey.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
021 59 49 79
Business Address
Kaiapoi
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/FitandAbel
International Culinary Studio – bringing our classroom to your kitchen
Business Description

Dear Future Chef,

Be Inspired, this is my take on Chefs in the “New World of Technology”. It’s the visionary in the kitchen to be on top of one’s game, a leader, coach and empowering guru who keep things in sync. It’s the “Chef”

Whether you aspire to be a Chef in Multi – Michelin Starred Restaurants, Sky Scraper Hotels, Catering and Hospitality establishments, wanting to work in a Cafe or Restaurant or start your own company, this will all be possible with the cutting – edge technology learning programs that will prepare and able you to gain the necessary tools in order to do so. But the reality of it all starts at the very beginning on asking the questions: What now, where and how to get started?

An understanding is that everyone aspires to be a “Star Chef”, in this fast pace, techno and social media wonderful world we live and breathe right now! This ‘new era’ way of being educated online, with International Culinary Studio, would not only be done all on your individual steam and pace, but with the resource’s available within our teaching modules, by only a touch of a button from your media devices.

As an Executive Chef, in my experience, it is the responsibility to inspire, educate and motivate the team. It’s not just about producing the finest food possible, but also the financial and business aspects as to how and what makes it work out in this fast pace industry we all have a passion for.

As a Chef, one day, you will be a master of multi–tasking, split–second decision-making and the humbleness in handling criticism well. You will still wake up with determination and then go to bed with satisfaction!

Online Internationally accredited Culinary Qualifications

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
508243348
Business Address
Unit 2,122 Williams Street,
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/internationalculinarystudio/
Kore Sailing – Kore Sailing, Kayak, Raft, Paddle Board Hire
Business Description

Sailing, we really want to help people get started in sailing, Stand Up Paddle and kayaking. We are creative, fresh, safe, active, fun around water.

Kaiapoi river, Kaiapoi town centre

We have two venues, Kaiapoi town centre on the river and at Lake Pegasus in Pegasus Town.

Explore the river or lake with friends, family or a group. There’s plenty of opportunity with our range of equipment for play and fitness.

Making the most of the Kaiapoi river

SUP: Stand up paddle. Just like walking on water. We can help you get started.

Kayak: Experience the river from a whole new perspective, paddling a single or double kayak.

When

We do not have set hours. We will arrange for the equipment you need.

After school and weekends and school holidays - Contact us for details

Phone, email or text to check conditions and to make a booking.

Hire Rates

We can provide equipment from $10.00 per person.
Minimum charges do apply.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
Text 021 669474 or phone 0800 sailkiwi, 0800 724 554
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/kore.co.nz/
Kaiapoi North School
Business Name
Business Genre
Business Description

Kaiapoi North School opened in 1962 meaning that in 2012 we celebrated our 50th Jubilee. We are a “full primary” school catering for Year 1-8 children in our spacious, vibrant and well maintained school. As well as 21 classrooms we have a specialist music room, a welcoming library, a hall large enough for our whole school assemblies and a large, safe playground.

Business Website Address
Business Phone Number
03-327 8803
Business Address
278 Williams St, Kaiapoi 7630
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/37954294168/
Kidsfirst Kaiapoi North Kindergarten
Business Genre
Business Description

Previously Kidsfirst Charles St, the renamed Kidsfirst Kaiapoi North kindergarten is now based close to the domain and park to create a perfect kindergarten setting.

Your child can come to our kindergarten for up to 6 hours a day, Monday to Friday, during our 4 kindergarten terms.
These terms echo the terms your child will have when they start school.

Business Phone Number
(03) 327 8476
Business Address
10 Ranfurly St,
Kaiapoi,
Christchurch
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/KidsfirstNZ
Climbing tree at the preschool
Business Genre
Business Description

Care and education for children 0-5 years

Preschool/nursery with separate street frontages. Open 7.00am – 6.30 pm. Excellent ERO reports for both centres. Our Portobelo centres offer – Great ratios. Large natural outdoor environments with established trees, grass, gardens, bike tracks, and plenty of room and resources to support active movement. Strong partnerships with families to best support children’s learning and development. A good mix of group time and free play. Long-serving qualified teachers at both centres. Transition to school programme for preschoolers. A nursery with under floor heating, this gives babies and toddlers a warm and cosy surface to play on.

Option of morning or afternoon session, short days, long days or full time

Business Phone Number
Phone: (03) 327-9113 Mobile: 027 542 2272 - Kaiapoi Nursery Phone: (03) 327-9113 Mobile: 027 343 9943
Business Address
Kaiapoi Nursery at 107 Otaki Street
Kaiapoi Preschool at 41 Wesley Street
Kaiapoi
Kaiapoi
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/PortobeloKaiapoi
Portobelo Preschool & Nursery Kaiapoi
Business Genre
Business Description

Portobelo Preschool & Nursery Kaiapoi is located in a quiet residential street in Kaiapoi, well away from the industrial area and motorway. Our adjacent nursery is able to be accessed either by walking through our walkway, or from a separate street address.

The preschool was once a private house, on a large section, which has been adapted to meet the needs of our preschool. Indoors we have a number of cosy inviting areas thoughtfully set up by teachers each day, that encourage children to engage in sustained creative play. We also have a separate café area where the children eat together and take part in larger group activities. We have a wide range of ever-changing resources that invite cooperation and joint work on projects of various natures and sizes. Children learn about respect, responsibility and community, while developing friendship skills, creativity, problem solving, along with literacy and numeracy. For our older children, we have a specially designed ‘Ready for School’ programme, which ensures each child is well set up for success when they enter formal schooling.

The outdoor area is a large natural space, with fruit trees, decking, edible gardens, swings and a slide, a playhouse, and plenty of space for exploration and activities. Every day the children use this space for swinging, digging, running, climbing, playing ball games, riding their bikes and tending our gardens. They learn about challenge and risk, problem-solving, working with others, perseverance, and responsibility for the environment, while making discoveries in this rich environment.

We love getting out and about in our local community, and there are local parks, a primary school, the Community Garden, a rest home, shops and a library for us to walk to regularly.

Please phone to arrange a visit to see how special Portobelo Kaiapoi Preschool is, and what we have to offer you and your child. We will be happy to show you around and discuss your child’s particular interests and strengths, and your wishes and hopes for their learning and care in our centre.

Business Phone Number
03-327 9114
Business Address
Preschool
41 Wesley St, Kaiapoi 7630
Nursery
107 Otaki Street
Kaiapoi
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/Portobelo-Preschools-and-Nurseries-206290652912892/