Child center in Auckland

“As a new mother I was told not to trust the big franchises as they do not have a quality of care. After having my child attend 2 different big branded daycares I almost believed them. That’s until I started my son here. Millennium Ellerslie has shown the upmost support and care for my child. He has severe eczema and allergies to wheat and egg and they’ve accommodated his needs and wellbeing without excluding him or singling him out. They’re honest go above and beyond. They’re honest, respectful and caring and my husband and I rave about how pleased we are with this centre. The teachers and staff are amazing and my son always feels welcome and happy when we arrive and leave. Thank you all for your patience and professionalism.”

“We rate this daycare so highly, our daughter is nearly 3 and has been going since she was 10 months old. The teachers and staff are so welcome and nurturing, our daughter absolutely adores them all and loves going. It’s amazing to see how well children can succeed in such a loving environment. Other than the care and amazing learning provided it also exceeded our expectations with food provided. Every day a healthy cooked meal is provided meeting all of our child’s nutritional needs and this takes such a big weight off needing to make packed lunches. Wouldn’t send our child anywhere else :)”

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“I cannot express how grateful I am for Kindercare Learning Centre - Mount Well. From the moment we inquired about enrollment, the team has been incredibly helpful and responsive. Monisha, the centre manager provided all the necessary information promptly and the level of organization is truly impressive. My daughter absolutely loves going to school. She has formed wonderful connections and it's clear that she enjoys her time there. The teachers are all so accommodating and you can tell they genuinely care about the children's well-being and development. The centre itself is spotless and well-organized, which makes me feel at ease knowing my child is in such a safe and nurturing environment. I also love that the centre provides feedback about what happened during the day when I pick my daughter up, it's great to stay connected with her progress. Thank you Kindercare for being such an amazing part of our journey. We feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful place for my daughter to grow and learn.”

“My child has been going here since March 2025 and all in all I have to say the centre is great. We have no real objections. Every now and then we do ask questions but my child is happy and relaxed when we pick him up so that gives us a level of comfort we are happy with. The teachers are very polite and seem to know what they are doing.”

“I completed my field placement in the babies room at Happy Turtle Childcare, and it was a truly rewarding experience. The staff were incredibly welcoming and supportive, and I learned so much from their nurturing and professional approach. I had the chance to support daily routines, engage in play-based learning, and build meaningful connections with the infants. The environment was calm, safe, and thoughtfully set up for early development. This placement helped me grow both personally and professionally, and I’m so grateful to have been part of such a caring team. Amandeep kaur Somal”

“What a treasure this Centre is! Like falling down a rabbit hole and ending up in Wonderland/Wonka's Chocolate factory... the staff are warm and friendly, the care is second to none and our child has improved in all development areas in the 5 months he has been here. To support all children in their individual learning journey, where they're at, and become a part of every whanau - AE Pap I truly am grateful we found you and that we have you in our corner in G's last year before Primary School. From Katie, Debbie to the volunteer student teachers, relievers, teachers, the Centre cook - I am so grateful to each person and the role they play. I will forever recommend and sing the praises of this Centre”

“Hands down, the best childcare centre in Auckland. Large format, heaps of parking, amazing, experienced teachers who connect with your child and constantly go above and beyond. From the moment you step in the centre, you're greeted with a smile and the vibe is very comforting and calm. The best thing about this centre is they have dedicated, separate rooms for ALL age groups so children under 1 have 1 room, children between 1 and 2 have a separate room and vice versa. This enables children to get the absolute best environment to learn at their own pace and flourish. There are 5 separate rooms for children and each one is heavily equipped to provide the best possible care for your child. Highly recommended!”

“Amazing place for birthday celebrations. I had my 5 year Olds celebration today and the host was amazing.”

“I visited with a friend of mine looking for a daycare close to their work. I loved the natural focus on the centre. Earthy colour scheme in the large classrooms, and a huge outdoor area, even a bush walk for the children to enjoy. Some of the preschool children had just pulled some radishes out of the garden and were proudly showing us what they had grown. The staff and management were friendly and professional, and to my delight, there was even a teacher who taught my son in a neighbouring daycare 6 years ago, whom we thought of highly back when my son was at daycare. There were also two male teachers, which is excellent as they are so hard to find in ECE and super valuable, especially if you have a boy. I would thoroughly recommend this daycare!”

“We have been with Learning Tree Westgate for nearly a year and have been so glad we picked them to look after our 6mth old. They make you feel so welcome, it’s a safe and friendly atmosphere and our son (now a bum shuffling 15mth old) loves his garden and sandpit adventures daily. He also makes the most of the in house chef on site, eating better meals than his parents most days. We’ve been so happy with our choice we’ve successfully suggested the centre to two other families.... and counting. Can not recommend enough!!”

“I would highly recommend Neemo daycare. My now 6yo son started there when he was a 1yo, and my 3yo son is currently there. The staff are friendly, dedicated, supportive, accomodating and caring. They treat my boys like their own. I have got to know their staff well over the last 5 years so I know my son is well looked after, loved and in a thriving environment. Thank you Neemo for all that you do for our family.”

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kids Cove. Our time in the Energy Room has been truly amazing. The teachers are warm, caring, and genuinely committed to each child’s growth and happiness. Thanks to the nurturing and welcoming environment, our child settled in quickly and comfortably. The daily routines are thoughtfully designed. Communication with parents is excellent—we receive regular updates and photos, and the teachers are always approachable. We’re incredibly grateful to have found a kindy that feels like a second home for our little one. We highly recommend Kids Cove to any family seeking a safe, fun, and enriching early childhood environment.”

“A fantastic centre with warm, caring staff and owners who are genuinely invested in delivering the best experience for the kids. My daughter loves it and is so happy to attend. Daily updates on what the kids have been up to that day and great comms all around. We are so lucky to be part of such an amazing daycare!”

“We are very happy with Lollipops. Our son has been going here for a little over a year now and he just loves it. The staff are friendly and have always tried their utmost to accommodate our requests. The teachers are just amazing too! They are gentle, kind, and patient - to nurture my son's curiosity for science and nature, they have even set up special experiments. The classrooms are well-equipped with a wide variety of toys and activities for the children. The learning themes for each month are communicated clearly, and we get regular updates about what our son and his classmates are getting up to and learning about each week. It is so reassuring to know that he is having lots of fun while learning, and that he is being cared for and fed so well.”

“We've been with Mighty Minds for almost 2 years now and I couldn't be happier with the experience. My little one is learning so much, with a great balance struck between playing and education. The teachers and administration are highly communicative, with an all-around happy environment. Since we started, we have moved suburb and the one place we're not moving is childcare - the high standard is absolute gold dust.”

“Great ELC. Highly recommended. I chose this centre because of the amazing staff/ kaiakos in the under 2yrs old room. I could see immediately that the care they give the children is quality and genuine. Staff encouraged transitional visits until I was comfortable. The centre is always clean. My child is always happy to attend. Great outdoor area for the babies with sandpit and covered deck, so they aren't stuck inside all day or sharing with the older kids. No screens in the under 2yrs room - Was a positive for me. The Kaiako's always set up fun new activities and I love that they do messy play activities even with the little ones.”

“Happy New Year 2025! Exciting times ahead! Best Start Flat Bush is a great choice with experienced teachers who create engaging learning experiences. Ready to enroll? Contact today or search for Best Start Flat Bush on Google.Get ready for an exciting journey. Search: Best Start Flat Bush on Google now!”

“From the moment we stepped into Busy Bees Ormiston Road, we felt welcomed and at ease knowing our child was in such a nurturing and safe environment. The staff, particularly Christine the Administrator, are invaluable, incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely care for the children. We've seen our child blossom in their care, becoming more confident and social. The center's activities are engaging and educational, and we appreciate the regular communication and updates we receive. We highly recommend Busy Bees Ormiston Road to other parents seeking a loving and supportive childcare setting."”

“My niece absolutely thrives at this daycare. Beautiful spaces for the children to play and interact. The team are the most loving teachers and their dedication to your child is incredible. well done Just Kidz Flatbush”

“Cozy place with a lot of activities going on, in a good location beside the mall, the library, shop, and cafés. Variety of room and venue sizes to hire for a reasonable price. Good for birthdays, classes, community meetings, weddings, and offices. The team is very responsive, helpful, and friendly”

“Well maintained by great support staff. FREE Parking. FREE WiFi. Wheel Chair Friendly. Value for Money. Can get busy at times. Coffee, Food, to buy Onsite. Place to sit and eat. Place to watch swimmers. Gym/Fitness Center inside. Basketball court inside. Aqua classes offered. Swimming lessons offered. 50% Off for kids under 5. Pedal & Play preschool programme. Goggles, Togs sold inside. **PRICE LIST ATTACHED IN PHOTOS**. Date: 01/12/2022”

“Love this community space. We book it for our Toastmasters club every 2nd Thursday morning. It's been perfect for us. Highly recommend”

“Awesome centre with super friendly and amazing teachers. Centre Manager Shetal always has a huge smile on her face and always welcoming. She has been awesome to deal with especially with changing timetables every week(due to shift work), always quick to clarify any questions we’ve had. My children enjoy going and always have an amazing time! Overall a great place and would definitely recommend it!”

“Our son started at lollipops Lynfield a month before he turned one. It’s a dreadful experience for any parent when they first drop off their kid but the team at Lollipops Lynfield was so understanding and kind and helped with this transition in a amazingly kind and thoughtful way-we can’t speak more highly of them. A year later -Our son loves going here and we trust the team and couldn’t ask for more.”

“Really enjoying our experience at BestStart Birkdale. The teachers listen and actively engage with us, send up great updates, and take the time to help work through any issues (namely our baby's sleep at daycare). Highly recommend.”

“BestStart Mt Eden consistently delight me with the kind, nurturing and enriching environment Ludi and her team create for the children in their care across both Pipi and Paua. Both my children have attended both Pipi (under 2's) and Paua (Over 2's) and my little one is still at Paua. The team work really hard to create a safe and fun environment that inspires curiosity and offers plenty of stimulus for creative young minds. Can't speak more highly of Ludi and her team - they're straight up awesome.”

“Amazing staff, my son loves it. Highly recommended”

“My daughter learned a lot from this day care. Teachers helped her to achieve her goals one by one. She is growing her skills to join school soon. I have noticed big change when she started and now she understands the way how to engage socially and how to listen her teachers and sit properly in the class. Well done all kauri room teachers. She loves her all teachers. Thanks bianca, Jas, sofia, sandeep, whoever else helps her to developing her skills. Really appreciated your hard work.”

“Price and portion are both reasonable, and the food was excellent. Food was served a little slow but that makes sense considering how busy they were. Recommended!!”