Children's space in Auckland

“Our 2-year-old loves it here! The staff are so good with him and really get him. He has the best time every day and always comes home happy (and tired, which is a bonus!). Couldn’t ask for better people looking after him.”

“So grateful for the time my daughter got to spend at Muddy Toes Red Beach. The teachers were great. Loved the small class and the outings they did. Unfortunately we moved out of the area but my daughter still asks to go to Muddy toes since we’ve gone. Thanks so much for taking such good care of my daughter.”

“This kindergarten boasts a wide range of interactive learning tools, natural resources, and a kind, thoughtful head teacher. They look after my little brother with so much care, and I can see his awesome progress thanks to their regular updates through photos and videos. There is no better place to send your children.”

“Thank you Hands at Play this is a very good daycare I had my two children here and they finished this year and the primary school teachers are very happy with my children and their progress. Thank you so much”

“A great place for jumping, messy play, adventures and growing. Parents stay with their children and learn alongside them. A typical day at Playcentre would include activities like painting, playdough, playing in the sandpit or on swings, collage, baking, carpentry, dressing up and more!”

“A fantastic daycare with special staff.”

“We’ve had our two sons through Minimee between the ages of almost 2 and almost 5 over a 3 year period. Monisha is phenomenal in her approach to keeping the tamariki safe, grounded and happy. She somehow seamlessly moves between the role of Centre Manager (owner/operator) and full time furniture for the little ones to snuggle into. The wider Minimee team are an all star cast of talent and genuine care for the kids, while also encouraged to be themselves and connect with the kids in different ways. Impromptu face painting and hair styling with energetic educators was always a favourite. Having an In-house chef (but not anyone… having Angoma!) is a wonderful addition to ensure that the kids are fed, but also that they are exposed to different foods outside the home/family routines at early ages. We particularly adore the Minimee meal time rituals and it is handy not to have to make lunchboxes each day. But having Angoma in the kitchen, interacting with the tamariki, sometimes collaborating on meals, and talking to them about Kai, is just fabulous for everyone involved. Overall there is a great balance between policy and individual care and planning for each child and each whanau. We’ve moved on now, but Minimee is a very special place and I can’t recommend enough - hence the gushing review.”

“I love every day at Playcentre with my child. Connecting with other parents and having so much fun!!!”

“We've started doing the Space classes at Takapuna Playcentre. The communication is clear and detailed, allowing us to plan effectively. The facilitators are warm, kind, and helpful. Looking forward to the rest of the term ahead!”

“My daughter attends and has grown so much in confidence, since starting her playcentre journey 9mths ago. The support of the other parents has been invaluable. The diverse and well resourced play areas cater to everyone from quite story time to fun messy play. The sky is the limit! The Centre is located in a great area, close to Mt Eden Village. Plenty of parking available.”

“Perfect place for kids. Full of love, intimacy and efficiency.”

“Best kids drawing and painting classes you find! Run by a fabulous passionate teacher. In a calm and inviting space”

“I could not recommend this amazing center enough. Both of my girls have been there since 5-6months old. That is their second home! The teachers are caring, loving and incredibly talented and not to brag but the owner of the center is nothing but amazing! A second mummy to my kids and all of them there too! They are setting our kids up for success, the things the implement for the kids learning is honesty hands down phenomenal!!”

“Cottontails is a wonderful centre with a very friendly, family vibe. It’s never easy sending a child to daycare for the first time. Right from the get go, they helped us settle in with lots of support. At the end of the day, it’s always great to hear how much fun the children have had and the staff are always thinking of different ways for the kids to engage their senses and help develop new skills at their own pace. We can’t speak highly enough of the care and attention our son has received from the team who feel like part of our own whanau. We really would recommend them to anyone!”

“We are blessed to have our child attending this preschool. She settled in very well from day one even though we came from another country. I can tell from a lot of details that this is a loving and caring place. Educators are passionate to work here and kids here and their parents are lovely. A wonderful experience for all of us.”

“This is such a wonderful Day Care. My son went here for 2 years and had a great time. The cost is very reasonable, and they get fed. They have lovely celebrations. Great teachers and good communication. Thank you to Uptown Kids.”

“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!”

“The Miller Nest Early Learning Centre and it's team is so full of love for the children and their whanau it's just beautiful. It's truly a home away from home. Love and respect can be clearly seen in each and every interaction that takes place here. You can't go wrong with The Miller Nest.”

“I attended an event at Daf's Playground and was very impressed with the set-up. The space accommodated a large number of guests, however, it still felt intimate. A very enjoyable experience! I have been raving about the venue to friends/family, it’s truely a fantastic space!”

“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.”

“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 :)”

“massive portions of food service was amazing staff were lovely and friendly we had such a good time the food and dinner experience was 10/10 we will be back again”

“My son is currently enrolled at Tiny Stars and I cant tell how you much my son has learnt especially in the past year at Tiny Stars. Though he's playful at home, his attitude changes as soon as the gate opens and it's like he's a different person. He honestly loves Tiny Stars he sometimes doesn't want to leave. The staff there too are also friendly, they keep you in the loop of your child's learning and they really value the child's learning.”

“My daughters were attending another daycare when things didnt go well and we needed to find somewhere else FAST. Mataliki was the first daycare we visited and they were able to take in both my girls, the staff are friendly and my daughter's always came home happy and looking forward to the next day. To this day they always ask if they can go back to their old school and they are both 6 and 8yrs old now.”

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

“Barnardos Manurewa is an incredible daycare. The teachers are loving, welcoming and always having the children's educational needs front of mind. They have a very clean facility and maintain a high standard of safety for the children too. Best daycare in South Auckland for sure!”

“Well fenced Playground, huge graded fenced area and a lot of wonderful viewpoints”

“Kids really enjoyed themselves. A little small for the amount of people that go there. Right opposite the beach.”

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