Ages
 In each of the five Kindergarten groups children are 3, 4, 5 and 6 years old.
Children who have a confirmed place in Class 1 become part of the integrated Taikura Rudolf Steiner School from their 6th birthday (while still attending the Kindergarten).
Children on the Integrated School Register (6 year olds) are required to attend 5 days a week.
Structure of the Kindergarten
 There are two sources of funding from the Government and the Kindergarten structure is governed by this:
- Early Childhood Education which is for 3–5 year olds. Money from this source is used to fulfil the Early Childhood Charter Objectives....
- Taikura Rudolf Steiner School (Integrated School) which includes 6–7 year olds. When Kindergarten children turn 6 years, they are transferred onto the School’s register (if they are able to be included in the appropriate Class One).
All policies relating to the Integrated School are held at the School (including the Enrolment Policy). The Charter, and other information, which pertains only to the Early Childhood Education is available at the Parents’ Libraries at the Kindergartens.
 20 Hours Free Care
The Ministry of Education supports Early Childhood education for 3 and 4 year olds through funding. For further information contact
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Childcare Subsidy – WINZ
This is available to parents who meet specific income levels and other requirements. If you think you qualify, contact the Kindergartener for a form (only for 3 and 4 year olds).
Class One Birthdays
2010 Class One birth dates usually range from 01.10.2002 – 30.09.2003
2011 Class One birth dates usually range from 01.10.2003 – 30.09.2004
2012 Class One birth dates usually range from 01.10.2004 – 30.09.2005
Children who are developmentally young for their age will be assessed for Class One, and if the assessments show the child would benefit from another year at Kindergarten, then, in consultation with the parents, the child may have a “golden year” at Kindergarten to give time for further development.
Further Information
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