Kindergarten in Auckland

“AMAZING xoxo Love this preschool. Teachers are fabulous, awesome and very interactive. They love their kids and genuinely make the effort to ensure they are learning, well looked after and are engaged in numerous . My daughter loves going to school and so will yours. Teachers speak well to the kids and everything centers around the well being & learning of your child xx”

“A welcoming place that our three daughters have loved. We are so glad that it’s part of the community!”

“The staff are kind, caring, and truly dedicated to each child's wellbeing and growth. The centre is clean, safe, and full of fun learning activities that my daughters enjoy. We really appreciate the regular updates and the supportive learning environment. Highly recommend to any parent looking for quality care and peace of mind.”

“My son attended this daycare from about 21 months to 42 months. Due to our family moving, we are no longer able to send him here, but I have always recommended this place to my neighbors and friends, hoping that others will know about it as well. My child really loved the teachers and friends here. As a parent, I also appreciated how the teachers always provided updates on what happened with my child each day. Melissa, who handles reception, was always kind and gave us helpful information. Additionally, the food for the children is excellent. All the teachers there care for the kids with love. Through this post, I would like to express my gratitude once again.”

“My child started attending Piccolo Park Daycare Center around mid-January this year. As a parent, I was initially very concerned about the transition period, but the center’s manager, Zoe, and the teachers in Wai One classroom—especially Neesha and Katrina—handled the initial visits with great patience and flexibility. As a result, my child was able to quickly adapt to the new environment and begin learning new things. I really love the environment here. The center is housed in a historic homestead, so the outdoor area features many fruit trees, a vegetable garden, an outdoor play area, and a sandpit. The indoor classrooms are spacious and bright, with lots of toys for the children to play with. The teachers at the center regularly organize different activities for the children, such as dressing up as a favorite character during Book Week, and special events for Mother’s Day. Children here get to experience a rich and diverse culture. Finally, I want to thank all the teachers for their patience and dedication. I highly recommend Piccolo Park to other parents.”

“Highly recommend. You simply would not be able to find the better centre then this one.”

“We absolutely love our daughter attending Te Kōhanga Reo o Pukeroihi. I love their approach in all areas of caring for our tamariki and just love that my girl is able to be submerged in her reo and learn as she grows. Big mihi to the kaiako here, love all the mahi they do.”

“We are so grateful to the team at LIGHTHOUSE for the incredible care and support they have shown our family. Both of our children have thrived here, and the love, understanding, and encouragement from the team has meant the world to us , especially as a family who immigrated with no relatives nearby. Their kindness and connection have made us feel truly supported and seen. We will never forget how much they have done for our children and for us as parents. THANK YOU FOR BEING SUCH A SPECIAL PART OF OUR JOURNEY! – The Sibsons”

“Joining this playcentre has been one of the best decisions we made! My son loves being able to socialise and play with alll the different toys and I get some adult interaction as well. Both of us have learned so much already to. Everyone was really welcoming and joining was an easy process.”

“My daughter has been attending Fantails for a year and a half now, she joined in the infants room before progressing onto the toddlers room, and we have been so so happy with our experience here. Every single teacher that has cared for my daughter has been warm, loving and genuinely kind towards her - I’m so appreciative. I know the culture they foster within is strongly geared towards providing gentle guidance, empathy and being emotional intelligent in how they care and interact with our children. The actual service Fantails provides is also to a high standard - there is a routine, there are protocols, and they following the New Zealand early learning framework very closely and keep us in the loop about how our children are progressing in relation. From the warmth I receive at reception to the support I receive from her teachers daily - I’m beyond grateful. Highly recommend.”

“My son absolutely loves his daycare, ❤️ he has been there for 3 year's”

“This is for the Kindergarten. For years ive searched for a good kindy for my kids ive settled on this ine. We sid have a little misunderstanding and a miscommunication at the begining but we've gone over that and cleared the air. I picked this Kindy because they are clean and they keep up with it all day every day. The setting is super the ladys are understanding and qualified, they are spoilt with plenty of support teachers that will take the load off looking after the childeen so you know your kids will have an eye on them most times. Also the setting is quite good, flat settings with quite safe stairways leading outside, mostly covered play area outside, they keep the sand pit clean and tidy by picking up the toys everytime the kids have finished playing with them, if your child has ezcema i tell you it wont be so bad so relax the toys are always picked up and aired, supervision is a must at the water pump area. There is always someone outside with the children. The lunches are put in the fridge, ive seen the lady prepare the morning tea so relax its quite safe for the kids, the head teacher Jill is always onto it with the hygiene side of things, everyone there has a role and im happy. The girls are friendly, i find you just need to communicate openly its the only way they will know more about you and your child. So if youre someone like me who has OCD and cleans their house with bleach sending your children out to the world will be hard but to feel normal at it this Kindy gives you a piece of mind. Of course at the beginning my child was always sick but getting education from Drs and the education board/ministry helps you understand that its quite normal for your kids to get sick at the begining with viral infections, and it'll be worst if you struggle living with OCD. So for us who has this problem take it from me ive found what works in my situation, right now we are quite at home with this daycare. We find with everywhere you go Communication is always key. Good luck on choosing a daycare for your child though but this one is good. Ill say its the best even though its in Otara. Trust me ive tried Ormiston with the fancy things but it just didn't work for us. Neither circumstances nor surroundings can bring contentment. Only by fitting ourselves to meet conditions as they are, we must see not the location but the people who coukd make a difference and add to your childs journey through life, so chosing a good day care is a must for your child.”

“My 3 children attended Ponsy Kids and they absolutely loved it. The teachers are so warm, positive and nurturing. They care so much about the children, always welcoming them with a warm smile. They have amazing, fun learning activities. My children still talk about Ponsy Kids - they have very fond memories. Absolutely the best preschool !!”

“The staff at Treehouse have been extremely supportive in working with us to best support our daughter's transition into childcare. All of the staff members have been lovely and have made it quite easy for an anxious mum to return to work!”

“Great place amazing teachers and management”

“Good preschool. Engaging and good communication with families. My son loves his teachers and friends ❤️ Highly Recommend.”

“My three kids have been through Kindercare in Milford, and I have to say they are the most kind and caring educators I have ever met. They have always found the time to make us feel really good about my kids education, but also support them emotionally where they need it. Thank you to everyone at Kindercare Milford! You are amazing.”

“Really is the best daycare!! My daughter had problems settling into others. Being at Shining lights is like a 2nd home. She's always excited too go. Teachers are lovely and care for your child like their own. Children are happy and thriving. Thank you for a family oriented environment Shining Lights ❤️”

“Amazing centre and the best teachers, our little ones love going to Tots!”

“One of the best daycare Very caring and welcoming staffs I highly recommend tamariki gardens”

“Awesome. Well organizes nice people. Thanks for being a light and showing young people the way.”

“This is a lovely school where the children are happy, healthy and the teachers really care about each child. This is home away from home. They have lots of different activities and the children get to really explore and develop.”

“You can’t get a better centre! From their philosophy to caring nature of all teachers they truely are the best. The kids get to be kids, encouraged to climb trees and play in mud puddles which is so rare in a preschool these days. The teachers are all qualified and it shows. This centre holds itself to a high standard and truely meets this standard everyday. My daughter just finished and my son is currently going through Real kids and we feel so lucky every day we have found an ECE that cares about our children as much as they do!”

“To be fair I haven't been here for around 20years. My younger brother went as a kid. Was always nice and welcoming, very fond memories.”

“I have been to homai school for 1 year and I already miss my friends already I have a picture on them and my friends were Emeline diamond and Christian and jerokane I wish I would come there but my mum wouldn't let me but I like the day matua poem fireworks from where my favourite teachers in March for John in my to my sui and everyone else every stuff remember what I always be with me no matter what by yours truly Michelle Grace steel I am now 11 and mimmi has come to my school I miss you all my school I want a really really miss you I would give you a hug”

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“Good kindy my friend's daughter is there and she is happy.”