Who We Are

Where Inclusion Begins and Potential Grow

Playhouse Kindergarten is more than just a school, it’s a warm, inclusive community where your child’s potential is recognized and nurtured from the very start. We offer a unique environment where differences are celebrated, not merely accommodated. Here’s why families across Ongata Rongai and beyond choose us:

Vision Statement

To be a global model of inclusive early childhood education—where every child, regardless of ability or background, is welcomed, supported, and empowered to discover their full potential through nurturing relationships, purposeful play, and equitable learning experiences.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where children from all walks of life are encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow. We commit to providing play-based, developmentally appropriate learning that celebrates diversity, embraces uniqueness, and partners with families and professionals to support each child’s holistic development.

Core Values

  • Inclusion: Every child belongs. We embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

  • Respect: We honor the individuality and dignity of every child, family, and team member.

  • Curiosity: We encourage wonder, exploration, and a lifelong love of learning.

  • Equity: We provide every child with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive.

  • Collaboration: We work hand-in-hand with families, educators, and specialists.

  • Empathy: We foster understanding and compassion in every interaction.

  • Growth: We nurture not only children’s academic potential but also their emotional and social development.

Who We Serve

Playhouse Kindergarten welcomes children aged 18 months to 6 years. Our inclusive setting serves:

  • Typically developing children

  • Neurodiverse learners (e.g., autism, ADHD)

  • Children with physical or developmental disabilities

  • Multilingual and multicultural families

What Makes Us Unique

  • Inclusive education with adaptive learning approaches

  • Low teacher-to-child ratios for personalized attention

  • Certified educators with training in inclusive pedagogy

  • Collaborative goal setting with families and support professionals

  • Integration of therapy within the classroom setting

  • Nature-based, creative, and experiential learning environments

Programs Offered

  • Baby Explorers (18 months–2.5 years)

  • Pre-K Learners (3–4 years)

  • Kindergarten Readiness (4–6 years)

  • Inclusive Learning Support

  • Outdoor Discovery & Nature Play

  • Creative Arts & Movement

  • Speech/Occupational Therapy Integration (as applicable)

Facilities Overview

  • Fully accessible classrooms and learning zones

  • Sensory-friendly spaces for self-regulation

  • Nature-based outdoor classroom and garden

  • Inclusive restrooms and changing facilities

  • Art studio, library nook, nap areas, and therapy corners

Accreditation & Staff

  • Certified Early Childhood Educators with inclusive education credentials

  • Ongoing professional development in DEI and special education

  • Staff-to-child ratio: 1:5 for toddlers, 1:7 for Pre-K & Kindergarten

  • Collaborations with licensed therapists and intervention specialists