Kopuwai Early Learning Centre is the only not-for-profit, parent run childcare centre in Alexandra and we pride ourselves on being a small centre, with a strong whānau and community focus. We have high teacher:child ratios, diverse settings and planning that focuses on individual children's needs.
Our Centre's programme is developed around children’s present needs and interests, the principles of Te Whãriki.



Our teachers use specific teaching strategies to ensure we provide a secure, stimulating and challenging environment for all learners.



We are available Monday to Friday during opening hours to answer any questions, so please get in touch.



ERO 2025
"Teachers provide a responsive curriculum where children’s learning is well supported within a mixed-aged setting.
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The environment is purposefully designed with a range of age-appropriate resources and equipment to provide infants, toddlers, and young children with opportunities to explore independently through child-led learning and adult-supported experiences.
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Meaningful group learning provides time for children to experience planned events and celebrations that are important to their community."
Enrolment enquiry
If you are interested in enrolling your child at Kopuwai Early Learning Centre, you will need to be added to our waitlist. Please click the Enquire button below, and fill out our Enrolment Enquiry Form to be added to our waitlist. Once a spot becomes available for your child, we will be in contact.
Please note; upon accepting a spot for your child, a comprehensive enrolment form will be provided to be completed by you, and a Kopuwai staff member must sight ID for your child - either a birth certificate or passport.
A copy of the child's immunisation record is also required which will be kept on file.
You will need to sign a booking form authorising your child’s booked hours.
A $35 non-refundable one-off payment is required upon enrolment.