Kohimarama Private Preschool, Auckland

A Boutique Learning Experience

Welcome to Kohimarama Private Preschool. An exclusive early learning environment where progressive education meets exceptional care, cultivating confident, curious thinkers from the very beginning.

Brief History & Philosophy

Established in 2004 as Kohimarama Montessori Preschool, our centre has a proud heritage of child-led learning. Under new ownership in 2025, we continue to provide outstanding early childhood education, now with a fresh, modern approach that embraces the best of play-based and inquiry learning.

Current Philosophy

Our program is guided by Te Whāriki (NZ’s ECE curriculum) – we believe in empowering children to explore, create, and build confidence at their own pace.

Program Highlights

Our day is filled with free play, group time, music and outdoor exploration. We follow a regular routine (morning circle, kai/meal times, nap/rest, etc.) that provides children security while offering variety and fun learning experiences.

Play-Based, Inquiry Learning approach
Focus on key skills: confidence, independence, social skills, creativity
Outdoor play and nature exploration every day
Preparation for school

What Parents Say

The educators are amazing and creative, spending so much time and care helping the children to create fun learning opportunities. Our son has settled in so beautifully and it's a credit to the school. He's joining in and comes home to tell us about his day.

Amazing school. Such dedicated, kind and creative teachers. The curriculum is next level and the children are so happy there. Can't rate highly enough.

If you're looking for a preschool where your little one will truly learn, grow, and thrive, this is the preschool for you. We feel so blessed to be part of such a wonderful little school.

The teachers are truly exceptional. They provide a unique blend of warmth, patience, and expertise that creates a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and inspired to learn and grow.

We couldn't be happier. The teachers are truly amazing, so kind, caring, and dedicated. Our daughter absolutely loves going each day and feels right at home in the warm, welcoming environment.

Visit us in Kohimarama and see how our personalised approach nurtures your child's growth in our warm, family-centred community. Serving families from Mission Bay, St Heliers, Orakei, Parnell, Remuera and Glendowie.

Serving Eastern Auckland Suburbs

Learn more about our preschool for your area:

Mission Bay Preschool – St Heliers Preschool – Orakei Preschool – Parnell Preschool – Remuera Preschool – Glendowie Preschool

Private Preschool in Kohimarama