# Central Kids Kindergartens - Golden Sands
[View online](https://theparentcircle.com/listings/central-kids-kindergartens-golden-sands)
- Type: Free Kindergarten
- Location: Papamoa Beach, Bay of Plenty
- Address: 30 Golden Sands Drive
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 from 5 reviews
- 20 Hours ECE: Eligible
- Pricing: Available on request
- Availability: Waitlist likely
## Overview
Central Kids Kindergartens - Golden Sands is a free kindergarten located in Papamoa Beach, Bay of Plenty. Community based governed. 20 Hours ECE eligible.
## Key facts
- Age range: 0-5 years
- Teacher ratio: 1:5
- Licensed capacity: 50 children
- Under 2s capacity: 15 children
- Ownership type: Community based
## Philosophy
Play-based learning with a focus on belonging, curiosity, and confidence.
## Reviews
### null review (5/5)

My children and I absolutely love this kindergarten. When I first went for a visit with my son, we were welcomed so warmly. He didn’t even want to leave, which told me everything I needed to know. The teachers are incredible, so caring and really dedicated to the kids. My children are thriving here, and I honestly wouldn’t choose anywhere else. What I love most is that the staff care not just about the children but the whole whānau. They take time to really get to know you and understand what each child needs. I always feel completely at ease when I drop them off.

### null review (5/5)

From the moment we walked in the door, our family was greeted with such warmth and kindness. My daughter settled in at central kids within minutes. It was a pleasure to see and feel the love and connection the team of teachers have for all the children in their care. The centre is constantly calm, oozing a harmonious connection from indoors to the outside environment. When you step outside you are greeted with a beautiful big outdoor area with real grass, trees, mud play areas, swings and a very spacious sandpit. But most importantly it's the relationships you see forming between the children, teachers and the environment. The reciprocal trust and appreciation for each other is everywhere you look around the centre.
You can really see these teachers put a lot of dedication, thought and beauty into their space. I highly recommend central kids.
We feel like we're home here.
Thank you central kids.

### null review (5/5)

Such an amazing centre with a truly caring team! My son was very unsettled at another centre, and we really needed an environment that understood his needs. The whole team here went above and beyond my expectations. My son and I couldn’t be happier, the staff genuinely care about the children and their individual needs, giving him the attention he requires. We’ve even noticed a huge improvement at home. I honestly can’t recommend this centre enough, and I’m so grateful to have found them.
❤️❤️❤️