Children's entertainment in New Zealand

“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.”

“Beautiful community. Progressive education.”

“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!”

“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!”

“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.”

“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.”

“Visited with a friend. Lovely to see everyone happy having fun.lovely staff”

“My local. Went in on the 19th to buy a mattress, which was on special, ending the same day. Their computers were down and so they couldn't process the sale. I went back today, and they honored yesterday's sale price(which was a huge price difference to today's price).Was very impressed with their ethics and customer service.”

“Such a warm loving comforting Centre for my toddler, very clean and the teachers treat the children very nicely. Will highly recommend this Centre.”

“Howick Kindergarten entrance is from the Wellington St. If see on the map it seems like it is on the Waterloo St. But it is not and it is from Wellington St. There is a small sign board "Howick Kindergarten" on the entrance of the by road. Cannot imagine there will be such a nice kindergarten inside that road. The staff and teachers are very nice, very friendly and helpful and taking good care of the kids. Inside the kindergarten, there are plenty of activities kids can do. Sometimes we cannot find this much of activities even in big place. Kids can play with sand and some sand activities with toys and many kids enjoying this. They have the freedom to do whatever they like there. Some containers kids can collect water and some kids make holes and filling water, some kids filling sand to containers, some filling sand to trucks and they are enjoying very much. Next to that, there are some activities area, like sliding, climbing, rope activities, and some other I don't know the names. Inside the classrooms there are activities like different kind puzzles, watercolor painting activity, then small carpentry workshop with all the hammers, screwdrivers, goggles, saw, nails, pliers, clamp, leveling instrument, and some other instruments, And there is a big basin and teachers fill up the water to that basin and kids allow to do some water sports, floating boats, filling different water bottles, different shapes, funnels,.......etc, Then around 10:30am, school arrange kids with milk and fruits. And the day I stayed with my son, (as he was crying I had to stay with him sometime there inside the kindergarten), I saw teachers made fried rice with kids, teachers advise and show them hot to clean and cut vegetables and kids do it as a activities and everything did with kids help and I saw kids were enjoying that very much and at the end, everybody eat fried rice as lunch and it was amazingly delicious. My son ate 2 times the fried rice. Some kids playing with play houses, some are doing some painting and drawing. some are playing all the time. And there are more activities to do. I saw next to classrooms, there is a nice garden with flowers and kids enjoying that garden too. And there are many other activities kids can do and I just told what I saw and notice only. so, it was an amazing experience for me, looking at the kids and how the teachers let kids to do different activities and give them such a nice experience where kids cannot have at homes. My son was crying and teachers were trying their best to make him calm and their service and efforts beyond someone can expect. So, I have no hesitation to recommend this place for anybody looking for a kindergarten. And I'm putting this note as a privilege and to respect their polite service and honest efforts for looking after kids.”

“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”

“friendly teachers, daily updates on what the kids do. highly recommended!”

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

“We’ve been sending our 2 children here for more than 2 years now. They’re a wonderful and caring team of staff, striving to do their best to cater to the individual needs and interests of every child. Our kids are so excited to come home and share everything they’ve done in their days. We do however get a bit jealous of the near daily walk trip to feed the alpacas - how cute!”

“Amazing kindy with very welcoming and nurturing staff”

“LOVE Country Bears! Love the staff, love the ethos, love the vibe, the activities, location and set up, rave about it to all who will listen. Thanks to Jeds teachers to, you're the best!”

“One of best best daycare. My son definitely missing his teachers and environment. My son (Enric) started with this daycare when he was 5mon old. All teachers are amazing. It’s hard to find similar daycare in South Auckland”

“Best daycare ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ My daughter had spent a wonderful 3 years here. She has grown from a shy little girl to a confident big girl. She loves daycare so much and would be upset during holidays as she couldn’t go to daycare. She’s in primary school now, but she still misses daycare a lot and always asks for visiting daycare. Thanks to the awesome team of Our Family Early Learning! It’s a very inclusive environment that makes everyone feels like part of it.”

“Stella kids has been great for our two kids. Healthy meals, a homely environment and the best back yard! Lots of fun nature play we will miss you all when we go to school!”

“Kindercare is the best learning center, I always felt my baby was happy, healthy, safe, and LOVED. This daycare has the best, most caring, and loving teachers. The administration is also great! I can’t say enough how much my family and our daughter love this place. Wish I could give more stars than 5. I will recommend my all friends for the best daycare of Kindercare after 2 years experience, so lucky we chose the Kindercare Thank you kindercare for everything!!!”

“We love this daycare! It provides a nice environment with excellent, patient teachers. My son's language skills have improved significantly, and he learns a lot every day. The teachers regularly give feedback on the children's progress, which we really appreciate.”

“Would reccomend!!! i went last night to watch five nights at freddy’s 2 when it came out!! me and my partner watched the 9:15 screening. movie is 10/10 would watch but the staff was the best part. they were all so nice & kind!! their customer service skills were so amazing made the night even better. to those working on a thursday around 9pm you guys are all fab & would 10/10 recommend you go at this time :) i hope yall get some pay rises!!”

“Absolutely love happy hearts such a nice setup daycare and the staff are absolutely amazing with my one year old! Highly recommend!”

“An amazing daycare facility! My daughter has been well cared for from 10 months old. She loves her time at the centre and is happy to be dropped off, often not ready to go home at pickup time. Nothing I ask is ever too much. The staff are very informative about her day. They are caring and have made the effort to get to know my child and her family.”

“I have nothing but positive comments about Onehunga Kindergarten. It is such a wonderful, nurturing environment for children to explore and grow. My daughters loved the large play space, the gardening which they could be heavily involved with, the woodwork was a real highlight and something they still talk of often. The staff are incredibly caring and really tune into each child's individual needs. Our youngest daughter created a bug hotel from idea and draft design to end product which really spiked her interest in creating things from scratch. What a special place Onehunga Kindergarten is, in a wonderful community.”

“I can't sing the praises of Belmont Bayswater Kindy enough. The teachers understand and have a genuine interest in their student's wellbeing and development. The centre itself is completely set up for active, curious kids with different activities and equipment to engage your child. If Kindy hours can work for you, I'd completely recommend BBK.”

“The absolute best. My eldest is coming to the end of her 4th year and my youngest is starting. We've loved every moment. Grateful to have amazing caring teachers and an awesome manager”