We are a "Home away from Home" childcare centre based in East Tamaki offering FREE CHILDCARE for up to 40 hours per week: Ages 0-3 years: Two Years Free Childcare Ages 3-6 years: One Year Free Childcare We know that times are tough because of covid-19 and we understand that parents need care for their children so, we are here to help! We have limited spaces so call now or call in and see us. We are open from 6.30am until 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. Read more

Jump Start Kids is a Mt Albert all day childcare centre with an equal emphasis on care and education. It is privately owned by Roger and Glenda Carter who share the management. We cater for all children from birth to school. There are many different cultures represented in the children and staff and we welcome that diversity. All our full time teachers are qualified early childhood education graduates and most of them are also mothers. We have a chef who prepares delicious meals and snacks... Read more

Kia Ora, Welcome to Secret Garden ELC, Albany Secret Garden ELC is a high-quality childcare centre, where our highly qualified teachers provide an age-appropriate educational program for all our children We are conveniently located at 428 Albany Highway, very close to Albany Primary School and Massey University, making it easy for you to drop off and pick up your child on the way to and from dropping your other children at school, or work. At Secret Garden ELC we believe that care and education... Read more

Pakuranga Learning Centre is a preschool daycare offering early childhood education and care for babies and preschoolers from 3 months to 5 years. We provide all day or part day services for these children. Play areas for the under 2 year olds and for the over 2’s are safe, spacious and well resourced. Children are able to engage in activities and experiences that extend their creativity, challenge them physically, promote friendships and enable them to develop thinking and reasoning skills. At... Read more

Little Kiwis Early Learning Centre offers a rich educational programme for children aged 0—5 years old. “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6) Little Kiwis is Christian-based and we believe that growing up with God’s love builds and prepares our children for their future. Our school is located in the central of Manukau City, is architecturally designed and purpose-built for providing a safe, caring and secure environment for... Read more

Bright Sparks Childcare is conveniently situated in the heart of Henderson's light industrial and retail sector, at 40 Paramount Drive, opposite the WDHB. Architecturally designed and user friendly in all aspects of parking, walk-in accessibility, and childcare facilities, the centre caters for 100 children and their families. The building has four dedicated rooms for ages 3 months to 5+ year olds, with well-designed areas that ensure secure play engagements, on-going opportunities for indoor-outdoor... Read more

Lil champs a family-owned and operated group of licensed early childhood centres, committed to giving your child a fantastic start in life. The early learning programme across all our centres is based on the Government-approved National Early Childhood Education Framework – Te Whariki. We aim to provide the best early childhood care, day care child development, infant and toddler care services. Children are at the heart of everything we do. Our three centres (Blockhouse Bay, Papatoetoe and Mission... Read more

Lightbulb Learning Childcare is a brand new centre offering care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years old. It is well located next to Hamlin Hill Regional Park. The centre is designed to give each age group of children their own fantastic environment. The rooms are light and airy, with glass doors that open out onto a covered deck providing direct access to the fantastic large play areas. This design ensures quality care for each child and offers them lots of exciting choices of... Read more

At Tuis Nest Childcare, we aim provide children with a positive and well balanced environment that is safe, challenging, nurturing and educational. The Centres Philosophy To extend and enhance childrens learning by providing meaningful and stimulating experiences, incorporating mixed aged groups in areas of cognitive, physical, social and emotional developments. We are inspired and influenced by Reggio Emilia, Emi Pikler and Magda Gerber Philosophies. Read more

The teachers and staff at the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) believe that children learn best through play, and we work hard to meet the needs of each child as an individual. With over 100 kindergartens in Auckland, kids’ playgroups and early learning centres, we offer early childhood education to thousands of children every year. Contact AKA to enrol in one of our Auckland kindergartens and find out more about how we are offering 20 hours of free ECE. Read more

Our attractive surroundings offer a warm and homely environment to our children and is open 7.00am – 6.00pm Monday to Friday. We place a distinct emphasis on developing a child’s whole self through holistic development, providing quality experiences. Read more

Little Engines is a vibrant Montessori pre-school for children aged 3 years and older situated at 56 Surrey Crescent, Grey Lynn, Auckland. Little Engines’ mission is to create entertaining and enlightening learning opportunities for children by providing an environment where the children’s natural love for life and learning are encouraged, nurtured and intrinsically instilled so that the children will be lifelong learners. We seek to create a strong sense of community, both within the walls and... Read more

New Shoots Pakuranga/Botany Childcare Centre New Shoots early childhood centre is a beautiful, boutique home-away-from-home located conveniently between Pakuranga, Botany and Highland Park. From the scent of home cooking to the sound of giggling children, our purpose-built centre delights the senses the moment you walk through the door. New Shoots Pakuranga is proudly part of Enviroschools - an environment action-based programme with a kaupapa of empowering tamariki to create a healthy, peaceful... Read more

Papatoetoe North Kindergarten (previously known as Kotiri Kindergarten) is a part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association. Our kindergartens provide a safe, nurturing and enriching learning environment for children, our future leaders. The education we provide supports and encourages children to become competent and confident learners. All teaching staff are qualified in early childhood education. They hold a current teacher registration and first aid certificates. We believe a partnership between... Read more

If you are looking for a quality early childhood centre in Browns Bay, North Shore, for children 0-5 years of age, Magic Garden could be for you. Read more

Edukids BaverstockEduKids Baverstock education and care Centre is located in the centre of East Auckland, operating right next door to Baverstock Oaks School. We pride ourselves on positive working relationships with families. Families are involved in various events throughout the year including the Centre programme, annual celebrations of cultures and community events. EduKids Baverstock promotes, enhances and supports children’s learning and development. We have four dedicated rooms caring for... Read more

Just Kidz Flatbush is a new, purpose built centre licensed for 73 children. It is a beautiful, light and modern environment, extremely well equipped with new and exciting resources. We aim to create a welcoming and nurturing environment that provides stimulating and safe learning spaces, where children can become confident and competent learners. Our dynamic teaching team are skilled professionals who are passionate about the care and education of young children. We promote responsive, reciprocal... Read more

Evolve Education Group awakening children's potential through early learning excellence. A leading light in New Zealand's early childhood education sector, Evolve has 111 high quality early learning centres across the country. Read more

Fun n Play Childcare Centre is a privately owned, offering a nurturing home like environment for children from 2 to 5 years. The Management and Educators of Fun n Play childcare centre aim to provide high quality care and education for young children. Children deserve the best and we strive to provide this by employing trained and nurturing teachers. Within the Centre programme we incorporate the principles, Strands and Goals of Te Whariki- The NZ Early Childhood Curriculum, which reflects the holistic... Read more

We offer both centre and home-based childcare so you can make the right choice for your family. We have been providing childcare in your community for over 40 years! We can proudly say we are 100% New Zealand owned, a not for profit organisation, where any profit we make is reallocated to other services Barnardos New Zealand, the charity provide. Our experience, community knowledge, and love of children drives us to be here for every family. We understand your child needs a safe and nurturing environment... Read more

We are a boutique childcare center situated in a semi-rural area, opposite a reserve and pony club with a bush backdrop. All our teachers are qualified and registered. We cater for babies from three months old to five year olds. First month of enrolment- no fees 2nd month 50% off fees. Close to schools. Read more

Welcome to Rainbow Bears Preschool We are a well established, highly regarded, Early Childhood Education (ECE) facility with a proven track record. We pride ourselves in being family / whanau orientated, and encourage you to take part in your child’s education. We provide Quality care and Quality learning, all at a Quality price. Feel free to come in and peruse our centre and see for yourself. Learning is fun, fun is learning. Read more

A Step Ahead Early Learning Centre is a small homely childcare and education centre for children aged from 2 years until they go to school. With a maximum of 20 children at any one time, children get the support and guidance to support their learning and development. Here at A Step Ahead children will have opportunities to develop - Respect for themselves, others and the environment - An understanding of their own and others emotions - A positive attitude towards learning - Self help... Read more

New Shoots Greenhithe / Albany Childcare Centre Set on a rolling green hill, over a bridge and across a pond, arriving at New Shoots Greenhithe feels a little like a fairy tale. Found in a suburban North Shore neighbourhood close to Albany, our beautiful purpose-built Greenhithe childcare centre was designed to bring in the morning sunshine, energising the space from first light. Inside, the sounds of giggles and gasps filter through the air as our tamariki play and explore. Greenhithe comprises... Read more

Our child-initiated and semi-structured programme recognises the learning and developmental needs, strengths and interests of the individual children. We believe children are unique, with God-given potential to grow as confident and competent learners, healthy in body, mind and spirit. All children are treated with respect and no appropriate learning opportunity will be withheld from them no matter what their background or language is. We believe children’s holistic development and learning is... Read more

With very experienced staff and a clear philosophy, The Rumpus Room offers an exceptional and proven choice to allow your child to play, learn and grow. To support our philosophies we have developed a play based, project centred programme that allows children to explore their own interests and develop a greater understanding of the way the world around them works. We understand the importance of creating respectful interactions between the child and teachers, where the child is an active participant.... Read more

First Steps Maich education & childcare centre is recognized for its cultural diversity setting, surrounded by passionate and dedicated staff. Located in a quiet residential area in the heart of Manurewa & very close to many utilities, we cater for children from 3 months to 5 years in 4 rooms suitable for different age groups with spacious indoor and outdoor play areas. Our unique Be School Ready initiative has been developed to ensure that children leave the centre as confident, capable learners... Read more

Naturally Kids is a mixed-age centre, catering for children from 3 months to school age so your children will enjoy growing and learning with children of other ages and abilities, and can share their day with their brothers and sisters. Part of what makes Naturally Kids special is our wonderful space. The centre is bright and spacious with plenty of natural light and a homely atmosphere. Our garden area is designed to reflect our unique seaside location and provides a beautiful green space for the... Read more