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About Us
We are a small, nurturing childcare / daycare centre in the Northwest of Auckland caring for and educating children in the Helensville / Parakai area.
Quality education and care is ensured through our incredibly passionate teaching team who deliver individualised interest-based learning that incorporates the needs, interests and culture of each child in our care.
We pride ourselves on our small group sizes and our high quality ratios, providing a low stress and relaxed setting for your child. The moment you walk into the centre, you will experience our calm and cosy rooms and instantly feel relaxed and at ease.
Families are welcome to visit the centre to experience our warm and welcoming environment first-hand.
Our Offering
Infants
Infants and toddlers from 6mths - 2 years are cared for by our passionate teachers in our Nursery room. We follow the work of Magda Gerber and Emmi Pikler with the RIE philosophy which focuses on respectful education and care. Our environment is full of natural resources to help encourage your baby to explore, learn and develop.Your baby will receive dedicated care from an experienced and loving key teacher.
Toddlers
We are a Reggio-inspired centre and have a focus on hands-on discovery using natural open-ended materials. We foster an environment that encourages self-expression, communication, logical thinking, and problem-solving Early literacy and numeracy are introduced in age-appropriate ways. Challenging equipment is provided for our growing toddlers to support their physical growth and independence.
Preschool
The Cottage is home to our young children aged 3.5-6 years. Children are empowered to solve problems, seek challenge and focus through longer term projects in the Cottage. Our teachers support children in developing key self help and social skills, extending
emotional intelligence and supporting relationship building.
Foundational literacy and numeracy skills are extended in preparation for school.
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What Parents Say
"Warm & Caring"
“Provides children with a warm nourishing environment to call their second home. The staff are all wonderfully warm and caring and have every child's best interests at heart.”
"Filled with Quality teaching"
“A positive warm environment. Filled with quality teaching, life experiences and most of all love."
"Great balance"
“Great balance between learning and playtime. You are a unique and special place!"
Nicky
Storm
Lauren