# Summerhill Early Learning
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- Type: Free Kindergarten
- Location: Summerhill-Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui
- Address: 203 Ruapehu Drive
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 from 5 reviews
- 20 Hours ECE: Eligible
- Pricing: Available on request
- Availability: Waitlist likely
## Overview
Summerhill Early Learning is a free kindergarten located in Summerhill-Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui. Community based governed. 20 Hours ECE eligible.
## Key facts
- Age range: 0-5 years
- Teacher ratio: 1:5
- Licensed capacity: 65 children
- Under 2s capacity: 20 children
- Ownership type: Community based
## Philosophy
Play-based learning with a focus on belonging, curiosity, and confidence.
## Reviews
### null review (5/5)

I have loved sending my boy to Lollipops Ruapehu Drive. He started when he was 8 months and he is about to turn 5. Despite moving out of the area, we kept him there because the teachers are incredible, the day to day activities are incredible and the learning my son has had along the way has been incredible, and their patience with him having hearing and speech difficulties to begin with, they were so patient and worked with us and actually had an invested interest in him. They definitely have community and whanau as a core value and my son has loved going there and the bond he has with all the teachers. I highly rate Lollipops Ruapehu Drive ♥️

### null review (5/5)

We love Lollipops Ruapehu. I have 2 toddlers there, they have been since 6 months old. Everyone is so welcoming to the whole family. All of the teachers make such a big effort with each child, and to always have a safe, caring and fun environment. I highly recommend.

### null review (5/5)

My grandson has thrived at Lollipops Ruapehu. The staff there are amazing; they are extremely caring, provide great communication and always endeavour to offer fun, educational experiences and activities. When he turns 5, I know that my grandson and all of his whanau will miss the kids, parents and staff, but we also know that he’s been given a great foundation not only in learning but also in how he views the world.