Hampstead Kindergarten is one of five kindergartens run by the Ashburton Kindergarten Association, at 44 Cambridge Street in Hampstead, Ashburton. The kindergartens take children aged 2 to 6, with half-day and full-day sessions. The association describes itself as the only early childhood education provider in Ashburton and is partnered with the Enviroschools programme, which encourages children to care for people and the planet. Policies and procedures are published on the association's website, and questions can be sent by email.