Child using a rolling pin to flatten cookie dough on a white surface.

A Day at Uplands

Each day at Uplands brings new opportunities for tamariki to learn through play, build confidence and connect with friends and teachers. As a trusted childcare and early learning centre in Remuera for over 50 years, we create days that are joyful, full of curiosity & adventures.

Playdough fun at kindy, lots of activities to choose from

A warm start to the day

At Uplands Kindergarten, children begin their day feeling welcomed and supported. Our kaiako greet each child with warmth, helping them settle into an environment designed to spark curiosity and confidence. As a trusted early learning and childcare service in Remuera, we provide a calm, nurturing start to the day where children feel safe, seen and ready to explore.

Mat time dancing and music, having lots of fun at kindy

Mat-time/hui

It’s mat time! We gather on the mat for sharing our news, stories, and have a hui/meeting where children share their ideas for upcoming projects, music and dancing or singing. Then we wash our hands and get out the morning tea we brought to kindergarten. Shared kai/food supports independence, routine and social connection, giving children space to slow down and recharge.

Birthday celebrations at kindy, blowing out a playdough cake

Friendships & Social Growth

Tamariki learn alongside friends, practicing taking turns, sharing ideas, celebrating other’s special days and successes, solving problems and building strong relationships with others.

Learning through play

Children are invited into rich, open-ended experiences that grow curiosity, confidence and creativity. Our kaiako follow children’s interests and extend their ideas through meaningful play.

With our fantastic ratio of 1:8 teachers can spend time in smaller groups with children as they explore and discover through play.

Outdoor exploration

Our outdoor environment encourages movement, resilence and connection with nature. Children challenge themselves daily and our weekly Playball program offers a further extension to develop their gross motor skills and ability to listen and follow instructions through games.

What people say about Uplands

“Thank you so much for being such amazing people! We have loved our time at Uplands and are very sad to be leaving! Our time at Uplands has been magical. We can’t thank you enough for all of the happiness you have given our family!”
REBECCA
“Thank you for all that you have done for our daughter as she embarked on her first step to independent learning. I can’t tell you how wonderful it is to find a place where we can be so happy to leave our kids. You have all been so caring and loving and gone the extra mile to give her personal growth and care. I am so proud of who she is growing up to be and I thank you for your part in that.”
CAROLINE
“Thanks for everything you have all done for our son. He learned so much and had so much fun at Uplands. We are so fortunate that he was able to debut his education here.“
ALEX
“Thank you for the many years of teaching, guiding and caring for my children. Our family has enjoyed our time at Uplands and we have enjoyed seeing our children grow from little two-year-olds to big ready-for-school kids! Thank you, we will miss you and will sing your praises as a wonderful, caring and nurturing environment to any parents needing a good place for their children.“
CLAIRE
“Thank you so much for all the wonderful opportunities and friendship you have given our kids. They have come home from each session with more confidence, more songs, more stories and so happy. They have loved making friends and having a place where they belong to share with us. Thank you for all the extra events too, like field trips, father’s nights, Christmas production. We will treasure our memories of you all.“
BETHANY
“I can’t say thank you enough for the way you have taken care of my son. It has been the best thing to see him grow in confidence, make friends and not want to go home at pick up time! You are, without question, an outstanding team of teachers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you do.“
NICOLA