Northwood Kindergarten is a Central Kids kindergarten at 30 Northwood Road in Nukuhau, Taupō. It sits in a quiet suburban area overlooking Lake Taupō, with views of Tongariro, Ngāuruhoe, Ruapehu and Tauhara. The kindergarten backs on to the Brentwood Reserve gully, and children go on weekly excursions to explore it. It is a play-based kindergarten that follows Te Whāriki, with qualified and registered kaiako.
Central Kids is a non-profit kindergarten association that has operated since 1951, with 47 kindergartens in 26 towns across the central North Island. Some of its kindergartens are all-ages, taking children from 0 to 6. The kindergarten's learning values include fun, confidence, courage, perseverance and trust, and children are encouraged to lead their own learning. A parent praised the welcome from the staff and the events, such as a dress-up day and an Easter raffle. It suits Taupō families who want a child-led kindergarten close to the lake and the reserve.