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PO Box 360
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Preschool? Kindergarten? Early Childhood Education?

What’s the difference? How do I make a decision?



Preschool is a term often used by parents and refers to child care or education that happens before a child starts at primary school.

Kindergartens are the traditional providers of education for 2 ½ to 5 year olds. Kindergartens provide high quality education with 100% trained teachers at an affordable price. Kindergartens are one form of preschool.

Early childhood education refers to education provided to children under the age of 5 years.

To help work out the best form of preschool or early childhood education in Nelson, read or download this free checklist.  

Contact Nelson Kindergarten is you have any further queries.