Children's space in Auckland

“AUM is one of the best festivals in New Zealand. Their passion for quality sound, stage design and lights, and entertaining artwork is fantastic. The location is perfect and the community is so friendly. I have never been to another festival in NZ which feels so fun and relaxing. I can't think of a better festival to be at in summer.”

“Creative Garden Early Learning Dowson is the best where my little girl grown up since 18 months upto recent. Thank you to all Teachers.”

“Highly recommend DBK, the staff are warm, welcoming and take great care of the kids. The outside space is large with plenty of play equipment, perfect for kids who love being outdoors like mine. The staff have been so helpful with my Autistic sons extra needs and making referrals for supports for him.”

“The team at Coast Montessori are absolutely wonderful!! Their love, care and passion is truly remarkable. With separate zones focusing on different skills, I know my child is being developed in all the different learning aspects. My daughter loves it so much that it is a mission getting her to leave every day. Highly recommended!”

“The best playground we have been to so far. It’s in a beautiful forest and the smell of pine trees is amazing. This is a piece of serenity in a city.”

“Our daughter absolutely loves coming to Kids Cove Newmarket! She has been attending for the past 9 months, and we couldn’t be happier. The staff are so friendly and caring, and the environment is fun, educational, and safe. We've seen great improvement in her confidence and language skills. So grateful to have found this wonderful place!”

“I am very happy with Early Smiles Childcare Centre . The staff is warm and caring especially mama Najlaa, and the environment feels like a second home for my son. The daily activities are both educational and fun, and I’ve noticed so much growth in his skills. I highly recommend Early Smiles to any parent looking for reliable and loving care.”

“Our daughter has been with C2B for over a year now and we couldn't be happier with the care she receives. The teachers are incredible and support her growth and development in so many fun ways. We love that she gets to play with the older kids as well as the kids her age which creates such a wonderful bond between the kids and teaches her to interact with people of all ages. We have and will continue to recommend C2B to all our friends and families!”

“We love Co Kids - their approach/philosophy towards education, adventure, celebrating all the different cultures and the warm environment is perfect for our boy (and us, we always love being there). The centre is so supportive of the whole family, including all the teachers and the centre manager Seema. Our son loves it there so much and has grown in so many ways. Communication is excellent, the teachers are so kind, calm and gentle with all the kids. All are also so approachable and open, and they are supporting us so much with figuring out how to raise our child! So much amazing help! We love how they love our son. We got an amazing vibe from the first visit and that has been proven to be right throughout the year our son has attended. We highly recommend Co Kids for, among many other positives, their philosophies, beautiful people, modern and spacious facilities, and plentiful and delicious menu! I think the most important thing is that peace of mind that you get when you know your child is in such safe hands in terms of their development being supported and the genuine care the staff have for the children. This was the best decision we could have made for our son.”

“Our children finished there journey at kid country this year. After having been there for 6 years between the two of them. They have both had many amazing experiences and am so thankful for the activities and events kid country provided to our children. They both loved being there so much. I can strongly recommend with the most space we could find of any daycare for the kids to roam and great management that supports events for the children.”

“Wow! Cannot rate this lovely local store highly enough. Within half an hour of ordering, the dress I had my eye on was ready for pickup. Fantastic, prompt communication as well. And, I couldn't be happier with the dress! I will certainly be shopping here again.”

“We’ve had our 3 children in the care of Fantails Silverdale since 2018, and our experience has been nothing short of wonderful. The teachers are always so warm, caring, and dedicated to the children, which makes a huge difference in their development. It’s clear they’re genuinely passionate about creating a nurturing environment. The outdoor space is fantastic! There’s plenty of room for the kids to play and explore, and it’s a great feature of the centre. I also love that they have separate rooms for different age groups, so each child gets the attention and activities suited to their stage of development. Fantails organizes regular events that keep things fresh and exciting for the kids, from themed days to celebrations, and they always look forward to these. The extra activities they offer, like playball, swimming, and school visits, are a nice touch and give the children a variety of experiences beyond the typical classroom setting. What stands out most, however, is how the management truly listens to feedback. They are always open to suggestions and seem genuinely invested in improving the centre. It’s clear that they care about the families they serve. We couldn’t be happier with the care our kids are receiving at Fantails, and we highly recommend it to any family looking for a supportive, engaging, and professional early learning centre.”

“Beautiful nature.nice place for nature and flower lovers .. many varieties of Rose .. 180 year old pohutukawa”

“I have had multiple children attend The Grange early learning centre over the past eight years. In the past five years I have noticed a lot of new resources, new programmes and learning activities. This childcare stands out from the rest due to their amazing teachers many of which have been there for a very long time. The centre has been a home away from home for my family. Thank you for being the best childcare out West!!”

“I cannot recommend Vintage Kids highly enough! Our family is heartbroken to leave as we are moving away, and I genuinely worry I’ll never find a kindy as wonderful as this one. The teachers are absolutely amazing, establishing real connections with each child, even the youngest ones. The philosophy at Vintage Kids truly stands out. They create a nurturing environment that feels like home, allowing children to learn through authentic experiences and meaningful friendships across different ages. The Playgarden is a fantastic feature, connecting kids with nature, and the nutritious homemade meals are incredible. We’ve loved the quarterly picnics where the kids showcase their learning, often through storytelling, which is a fantastic way to foster creativity and communication skills. My toddler loves going to kindy every day, which speaks volumes about the joy and engagement he experiences there. Vintage Kids lays a strong foundation for children’s growth, and we are so grateful for the time we've had there. Thank you, Vintage Kids, for everything!”

“We love Bumblebees, the staff and care our two children have had there is amazing. We will miss it dearly!”

“My Daughter loves going here and the staff are amazing. They play and make things with the kids that will blow your mind! Cyril is the master of making from a outside kitchen to working full size scales, Alisha is always coming home telling us all about what has been made today. Fully recommend this place :)”

“Best ECE /Kindergarten in New Zealand. Anchorage Park Kindergarten is the heart and soul of the community. The highly qualified teachers not only provide an amazing space and experience and love for my little ones, but genuinely care about our family as a whole. They catered to the special needs of my children, willing to adapt and try new things to help my children thrive. When new to the area they connected us with other families that have grown into lasting friendships for my children and us as parents. When my spouse went through a mental crisis I felt love and support for our family from them. They connected us to resources and support I couldn't have found on my own. They inquire about my older children, and remember their names despite years gone past since they were at kindy. They supported me in getting back into work. This wonderful team at Anchorage Park Kindergarten cultivates the space for my children to grow, and fosters a loving community so that I, as a parent, grow too.”

“1 month in and all the teachers try very hard. They are very patient and kind. I trust the teachers so much that it makes me feel good leaving my world in their hands. I have recommended to family members already. This is my first experience with daycares and honestly, they have set the bar so high! Thankful for everyone ❤”

“It was a great experience and learning for my son who is autistic. All the teachers are very supportive and the Manager is very nice. Overall it was a good experience to be in this Centre.”

“We had a great transition period and my daughter has been attending Mt Wellies since the beginning of the year. We absolutely love this place and the sole reason comes down to the amazing kaimahi. If you want to send your child to a place where they are looked after and valued as you do at home then Mt Wellies is the place!”

“A great wee daycare. All the staff are lovely and our son is really happy here.”

“We’ve been sending our son to Red Kite since he was just 7 months old, and we couldn’t be happier with our decision. After visiting several childcare centers in the Mt Albert/Owairaka area, this one stood out as the best in terms of its Amazing teachers, excellent management, and spacious, well-designed facilities. The teachers are consistently engaging, caring, and full of positive energy. Anita and Judy, the owners and managers of Red Kite, are outstanding—they create a welcoming and nurturing environment where children thrive. The team has supported my son through every stage of his development, from lifting his head to crawling, walking, running, talking and now even dancing! Thank you, Red Kite, for your dedication and care. I highly recommend visiting this center if you’re looking for a top-notch childcare experience.”

“The team and facilities at ABC Epsom are fantastic. Particularly the teachers in the under two's room are so caring and wonderful with the littlies. The atmosphere at the centre is great. Lovely big outdoor space for a relatively central centre. Highly recommend.”

“I managed to get my 6yr old booked in for 2 of the 3 day camps available these holidays and she had an absolute blast! The team leaders are fantastic, knowledgeable and full of patience. The activities are varied skill levels and always another option available or challenge to be met, Kayaks, Archery Abseiling .Meals were included and a 9- 5 day was full of action- highly recommend for any kids wanting to get out of their comfort zone or city and come enjoy the coast.”

“I really like this school. My child is well taken care of here. The receptionist, Michelle, is very friendly and always responds promptly to any questions or concerns. The teachers at the school are patient and loving towards the children. I can see my child's different growth through the Montessori learning method. The school is also very attentive, which makes me very satisfied.”

“Known as Big Himalaya or Big H. Mean place to watch the sunset or watch the boats come in or out of Half Moon Bay.”

“My son loves going to Active Explorer Central Park! Educators are very kind and caring, regular updates with photos and daily updates on children's activity book have built my confidence in this centre and trust pretty quickly. My son asks me every day to take him there, he has so much fun! He surprises me with new social skills every time and has made lovely bunch of little friends that make a party every time they see him come. When I drop him off he doesn't even want to waive good bye and when I pick him he wants to stay around!”