Evolve Education Group - nurturing the next generation of lifelong learners

Active Explorers

Richmond

6d Champion Road, Richmond, Nelson
Monday - Friday 7:30 - 5.45pm
03 544 7611

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Centre Benefits

Lunches/Food
5 Rooms
Nursery
Excursions
School Transitions
Storypark
ECE Hours
Extended Hours

Meet our Centre Manager

Karmin

Kia ora

My name is Karmin! Inspired by my mother, a kindergarten teacher, I developed a passion for early childhood education from a young age. I spent countless hours in kindergarten, first as a child, then volunteering before becoming a trained teacher. Now, with 30 years in the field, I cherish the meaningful relationships built with children, their families, and caregivers. I believe in learning through uninterrupted play and child-led routines. Summer is my favorite season, as it opens up endless outdoor learning opportunities. I hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and a current First Aid Certificate.

What makes us special

Our Centre

About Active Explorers Richmond

At Active Explorers Richmond, we focus on fostering strong relationships and cultural understanding that help children develop social and emotional competence. We embrace a child-led learning approach, allowing tamariki to engage with their environment and take ownership of their learning experiences.

Our centre provides purpose-built learning spaces, individual outdoor areas, and a welcoming, inclusive space where children feel safe, loved, and valued. We also integrate Te Reo Māori and Tikanga into our daily practice, promoting a rich cultural experience.

Tamariki in each age group have access to tailored learning experiences. From nurturing environments for infants to preparing preschoolers for school, we provide structured activities, outdoor play, and community connections that support growth and development at every stage.

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Our People

Our Team

Our dedicated team of over 80% registered teachers create a warm, caring environment where families are treated as partners. With a passion for cultural inclusivity, our experienced kaiako (teachers) bring diverse backgrounds, including Māori, Samoan, Tongan, and Vietnamese, into their everyday practice.

Rachel Administrator

Administrator

Rachel

Centre Cook

Jane

Matalena

Team Leader

Matalena

Kim

Team Leader

Kim

Kelly Kaiako

Team Leader

Kelly

Courtney Kaiako

Kaiako

Courtney

Iona Ftchett Kaiako

Iona

Kelly Kaiako

Kaiako

Kelly

Abbey Kaiako

Kaiako

Abbey

Grace Kaiako

Kaiako

Grace

Pip Kaiako

Kaiako

Pip

Ly Kaiako

Kaiako

Ly

Miriam

Kaiako

Miriam

Penny Kaiako

Kaiako

Penny

Lola Kaiako

Kaiako

Lola

Our Rooms

Our Spaces

Active Explorers Richmond features bright, spacious learning spaces designed to encourage independence, curiosity, and play-based learning. Children enjoy access to individual outdoor areas, community visitors, and a variety of resources to support their development.

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0 - 12 months

Tūī Room

The Tūī Room provides a calm, soothing environment where infants can explore and grow. With access to individual outdoor decks, tamariki can enjoy quiet, reflective play with heuristic resources designed to engage their senses and foster early learning.

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1-2 years

Kiwi Name

In the Kiwi Room, toddlers are encouraged to develop independence through self-guided learning. The classroom is designed to help them explore and discover while building physical skills in the connected playground, perfect for their growing needs.

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2 - 3.5 years

Tēina Room

The Tēina Room supports the development of self-care skills and social-emotional competence. Tamariki are encouraged to learn independently while building positive relationships with their peers and kaiako. This room shares a large outdoor playground with the Tuākana Room.

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3.5 - 5 years

Tuākana Room

The Tuākana Room prepares tamariki for school with a structured environment rich in literature and learning opportunities. Tamariki take on leadership roles, share the playground with the Tēina Room, and develop both academic and social skills in a supportive, interactive space.

Our Gallery

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Our Fees

Under 3 years of age

Fees Payable

Morning/Afternoon Session

$10.50 per hour

6 Hour Session

$10.50 per hour

Full Day

$10.50 per hour

Full Week

$350 per week, capped

Over 3 years of age

Fees payable after 20 Hours ECE*

Morning/Afternoon Session

$10.50 per hour*

6 Hour Session

$10.50 per hour*

Full Day

$10.50 per hour*

Full Week

$270 per week, capped*

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Why parents love our centre

Roland

Roland

Parent

★★★★★

Our little boy has been at Active Explorers for 3 months now, and we are so pleased we chose them. The staff are so friendly, professional, engaged with us and the facility is clean and well laid out....

Jessica Stighling

Jessica Stighling

Parent

★★★★★

My daughter has been attending Active explorers since she was a few months old. She loves the teachers and has developed a lot more than I've seen other kids do in my home country. Staff treat you lik...

Clodagh Farrell

Clodagh Farrell

Parent

★★★★★

Richmond Active Explorers is a great daycare! My daughter started at 5 months and I was super nervous about leaving her to go back to work but the team there are super wonderful and have made the tran...

Joan Elizabeth Huelgas

Joan Elizabeth Huelgas

Parent

★★★★★

We decided to enroll our 2yr old daughter in active explorer because firstly, the rooms are clean. Yes, kids are messy but the rooms are kept tidy and organized. Secondly, we did like how our daughter...

Freya Everett

Freya Everett

Parent

★★★★★

As soon as I walked into the doors of active explorers, I knew straight away that it was going to be the kindergarten that I would chose for my daughter. They have lots of space for children to play, ...

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