Kindergarten in Auckland

“The most amazing staff, i absolutely love this place, happy and clean environment. I have known the centre and staff for many years now, my son started going here first and now my little girl started this year and she settled so well thank you to all the staff who always make’s her comfortable with lots of cuddles. From receptionist, centre manager and the teachers, a big thank you , you all are amazing and the best at what you do.”

“Best place for anyone who wants to enrol their child in a nurturing, caring and supportive environment. I have had only great experiences with the team.. from their front office staff to the teachers, relievers, everyone is just amazing!! Love this centre!!”

“Best Start Tironui Road are an amazing centre with awesome teachers. My son loves attending each day and I know I am leaving him in safe hands with teachers who genuinely care about him and actively explore and nurture his interests. The whole team have been incredibly supportive to us as a whanau, throughout the time our son has attended and I could recommend them highly enough!”

“We absolutely love Little Pohutukawa! The teachers are incredible – always warm, friendly, and genuinely invested in the kids’ wellbeing. Both of our children attend and absolutely love going to “school” each day. It’s such a comfort knowing they’re in a caring, nurturing, and fun environment. We’ve seen them thrive and grow so much thanks to the amazing team. We would highly recommend Little Pohutukawa to any parents considering childcare.”

“My son has been going to Kindy Cottage from age 1 and he is now getting ready to leave and go to school. We have had a fantastic experience with Kindy Cottage throughout his whole journey. The owners and the teachers all care passionately about the children and their wellbeing. The spaces that are available for the children are safe, clean, relaxed and well thought out. I have really appreciated the time the teachers have spent to understand what inspires my son and provide learning tools that he loves. I believe he has been given everything he needs to be ready for school. He is a confident happy boy. Thank you Kindy Cottage.”

“I am delighted with the care and attention my child has received during their first month at BestStart Albany. The staff have created a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where my child feels welcomed and supported. Their dedication, professionalism, and genuine care for the children truly stand out. I have complete confidence in recommending BestStart Albany to anyone seeking quality childcare. Keep up the good work team.”

“Both my kids have attended this preschool from 6 months to 5 years old and we have never had an issue with this centre. The staff are kind, friendly and you can see they love what they do. The centre is always clean and the food made there - my kids say it’s amazing!”

“We absolutely love BestStart Newton! The teachers are kind, patient, and truly care about each child's growth and happiness. Our son has blossomed since joining—he's more confident, curious, and excited to learn every day. The environment is nurturing, the activities are engaging, and the staff go above and beyond to create a fun and safe space for kids. We couldn’t be happier with our experience and highly recommend it to any parent looking for a wonderful early education setting!”

“I highly recommend Equippers Kids to all parents looking for a daycare that keeps you well-informed, is based on Christian values and ensures the upmost safety of your child. As first time parents, we had been searching for a child care centre that made us feel at ease when we had to go back to work. We visited over 12 different centres across Central and South Auckland and Equippers kids was a real standout. The teacher to child ratio is fantastic, there are rooms & playgrounds dedicated to each age group so we didn't have to worry about our son getting bowled over by bigger kids, and they follow a wonderful education curriculum. Some of the activities our son gets to do has really helped his development. I also noticed that he has really flourished when it comes to his social skills - he has grown in to a very confident young boy. We started our son when he was 13 months and have had no regrets. The biggest sign for us that it is a great place to be, is that our son walks in to the centre and waves goodbye to us with a big smile on his face. He is excited to go to school each day and for parents whom were nervous to leave our son in the care of others, there is nothing more reaffirming! If you are considering Equippers kids, you have come to the right place! It is also very affordable considering that they are fed multiple healthy meals & snacks a day and provide nappies. If I could rate it more than 5 stars, I would!”

“Beststart Mount Wellington!! I have nothing but praise for the team at the centre. Miss Genevieve has been there since she was 6 months old and is thriving in the centre. Her teachers are so involved and encourage her in her development. She loves her time at the centre and because she is so happy I know that she is taken care of. Since day one, I can see the committment each member of the team has in ensuring my daughter is well cared for. I will happily and definitely recommend this centre to anyone who asks.”

“I highly recommend this BestStart of Portage road for your little ones. This school has given so much to my daughter, cannot thank enough school staff for the same. Teachers are super dedicated and genuinely do care about the students. I am very thankful to have my daughter in your school, and big thanks to the principal and teachers for their best efforts.Lots of ❤️ for this school.”

“As a first time mum the thought of leaving my girl and heading off to work was one that pulled at the heart strings. The teachers at Best Start GI have been amazing with our transition. The u2s room are all so caring and I can't believe how much she has learnt as well as being able to explore her creative side and have fun during the day. I now have to convince her to come home at pick up.”

“My daughter joined BestStart Dannemora when she was 1 and went right through to the age of 5 when she transitioned into Primary. Everyone here is amazing. From the front desk, to back office, to every teacher in each room. They're welcoming, friendly, caring and work with you to bring out the best in your child. I highly recommend Beststart Dannemora. They're definitely one of, if not the best in the area.”

“Karaka BestStart has truly become a second home for my little girl. Helen and her incredible team are the heart of this centre—always professional, kind, and deeply caring. From the moment we walked through the doors, I could feel how much they genuinely love and nurture every child in their care. They always have the children's best interests at heart and go above and beyond to make each child feel safe, happy, and supported. What really stands out is how they also support us as parents—whether it’s with thoughtful updates, encouragement, or simply being there to listen, Helen and her team consistently go the extra mile. It means the world to know that my daughter is surrounded by such a loving and dedicated group of people. Thank you for everything you do Helen—you’ve created a truly special place.”

“Living far away from our families, FAME Preschool quickly became our family-away-from-home. We couldn't have wished for a better place to introduce our 2 daughters to the school system. The team is warm, welcoming, engaging, professional and fun. They have taken such well care of our little ones as well as of us as a family at times of need. We would highly recommend!”

“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.”

“The TRSS Kindergarten is a very special place. Our daughter's teachers model deep listening with patience and tenderness. Working with rhythms of the day and the week, and seasonal cycles of the year, they support our children in forming a deep relationship to nature, and in the process discover who they are and their place in the world. We can only hope that all children experience the healing effect of being truly listened to and nurtured in this way.”

“Our daughter has been going here since she was about 3 and a half months. It was a very big decision for us and we are glad we chose this place. It is out of the way for us now, but we are continuing here because she is very happy and enjoys and learns with her wonderful teachers and friends. Would highly recommend Beststart Parnell :)”

“Kids Cove is a amazing centre. My son has been attending the centre for a year and a half and I am grateful for the time , effort, love and care that was given to him. Especially the Storytellers team, Teacher Shuchie and her team have done an amazing job teaching my son, he comes home every day using big words like Translucent and Transparent and explaining to me what those words mean. Those are just a simple example of how much my son has thrived intellectually and emotionally at Kids Cove.”

“My daughter has been at Growing Minds since she was 4 months old. The team there are awesome and made me feel so comfortable with leaving my baby in their very capable hands. I would highly recommend Growing Minds to anyone who is looking for kind, caring and passionate teachers. Amazing team !”

“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!”

“The staff at Delta Avenue Best start have extensive experience, and my child began attending in December 2023. Since then, he has achieved remarkable milestones with this institution. All the staff are highly professional and provide excellent care, supporting my child’s developmental journey. I would like to express my gratitude to the teachers, particularly Levina, Sheetal and Nazareth. A special acknowledgment goes to Mel and Michelle, who are truly exceptional individuals and consistently go above and beyond for the children.”

“My daughter loves to stay in palms preschool. She really had fun playing with her friends. It’s a nice daycare, they had heaps of activities for the children where my daughter improves her self esteem. For 6 months of stay, She learns a lot like her communication skills. She is now confident in communicating to other people around her and also for being independent. I was so amazed watching my daughter growing, She really improves a lot. For me as a mother, choosing the nice daycare for your child is important since it will be their second home. I was also amazed the teachers, very passionate in teaching not only in education but also the good values. It is highly recommended.”

“The best "Best start " . Love the teachers at babies room- Wendy, Charity & Eden, they are just the best take care so well. The centre manager , admin all are so kind and my kids all happy there”