Safe, loved and learning
Outstanding, early childhood care and education
Because children matter
Safe, loved, and learning - these are our core values, woven through everything we do. You feel them from the moment you walk into our warm, welcoming daycare centres, and they're reflected in the outstanding care and education we provide.
When you entrust your treasured child to us, you're choosing more than childcare - you're choosing parent partnership. Families choose Kindercare for peace of mind, supportive relationships, and fun-filled days that meet each child's needs and develop their full potential.
The Kindercare Advantage™, our curriculum, is about responsive care and education that nurtures each child's heart, mind, and body. We start by slowing down, getting to know each child, so we can transform everyday routines into meaningful moments of care and learning. Because when children feel settled and loved, they thrive and grow.
Four key pillars form the foundation of our curriculum:
- Nurture Me
- Move Me
- Nourish Me
- Inspire Me
We put love first, and the learning follows.
Give your child The Kindercare Advantage™
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Our ECE centres near you
Looking for over 2 or under 2 childcare? Find your local Kindercare centre in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Palmerston North, and Christchurch.
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More benefits for your family:
Flexible hours
Choose full or part-time enrolment to suit your needs.
Nourishing food provided
Lunch, morning and afternoon tea for healthy, growing minds and active bodies.
Generous annual leave
Our Annual Leave Policy eases the pressure on families during those times when your child is sick, or away from the centre on holiday.
Family services
Partnership with parents and responsive support for your child.
WINZ subsidies
Financial support for families
Choose full or part-time enrolment to suit your needs.
Lunch, morning and afternoon tea for healthy, growing minds and active bodies.
Our Annual Leave Policy eases the pressure on families during those times when your child is sick, or away from the centre on holiday.
Partnership with parents and responsive support for your child.
Financial support for families
Loving childcare through their preschool years
Babies:
Birth-2 Years old
Nothing matters more than knowing your baby feels safe, loved and settled when they're not with you. Our baby care provides peaceful environments and attentive, nurturing care to cherish your little one.
Toddlers
2-3 Years old
Treasured by a team who know and embrace the energy and curiosity of toddlers, your child will thrive with freedom to move, and the assurance of gentle guidance through their explorations and play.
Preschool
3-5 years old
Captivating environments invite your preschooler into a world of joy filled learning and wonder. Intentionally designed spaces encourage exploration, offer choice, resources, and specialised preparation for their transition to school.
Trusted by generations of families
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Couldn’t ask for a better childcare centre! We visited almost six childcare centres before finding Manurewa Kindercare, and we’re so glad we did. The difference they’ve made for our kids has been amazing. The Tūī Room teachers were fantastic. We started potty training on Monday, and by Wednesday, our little one was already making great progress! We can’t remember all their names, but we’re so grateful for their patience, encouragement and care. Bonnie from the Pūkeko Room quickly became a favourite, and a big thank you to Sue, Harry and the Takahē Room team for helping our kids build the confidence they need for their next step into school. Also, a huge thank you to Justine for leading such a wonderful team. The teachers still have the same energy at 3 pm as they do at 8 am, which says a lot about how much they care. As parents, knowing your kids are happy, safe and genuinely cared for means everything. We couldn’t be happier with Manurewa Kindercare and are incredibly grateful to the whole team. Highly recommend! ❤️
We’ve had a great experience with this daycare! We particularly appreciate how the children are grouped into different rooms by age, as it allows the activities, care and learning experiences to be tailored to their developmental needs. As a parent, it’s reassuring to know that children are supported in a way that’s appropriate for their stage of development. Another big plus for our family is that they provide vegetarian food, which makes things so much easier for us and gives us peace of mind about our child’s meals. Overall, we’re really happy with the care and thought that goes into creating an environment that works well for both the children and their families. Highly recommend!
My daughter has been attending Kindercare Rangiora since she was 8 months old shes now 4.5 and is absolutely thriving 💗 she loves going, loves all the teachers its like a second family they care so much for all the children that attend. Hot lunches are provided giving them nutritious meals and healthy snacks, making morning stress-free without worrying about packing a lunchbox. I can't recommend Kindercare Rangiora enough the team there are fantastic and your child will be loved and cared for making the anxious feeling of leaving them less stressful on everyone knowing that they are in the best care.
Both of my children attended Kindercare Dannemora, and we have had such a wonderful experience with the centre. When my son was just one year old, we visited nearly 10 daycare centres before deciding where to enrol him. None of them felt quite right for our little one. However, as soon as we visited Kindercare Dannemora, we noticed a huge difference. The centre was well set up, clean and tidy, with caring and supportive teachers, good meals for the children, and well-organised management and administration. Most importantly, the teachers genuinely care about the children. Both of my children have built lasting connections with many of the teachers, and we are so grateful for the love, care and support they have received over the years. As a mum, one of my biggest concerns was leaving my child in someone else’s care. At Kindercare Dannemora, I never felt like I was leaving my child with strangers. The teachers were so warm, lovely and caring that we always felt our children were safe and well looked after. Their experienced teachers have also provided valuable guidance and support as our children have grown and their needs have changed. The centre has well-equipped classrooms, separate outdoor play areas for each room/ age groups, and excellent communication between teachers, parents and the administration team. This gave us great confidence and peace of mind throughout our children’s time there. My son started when he was just one year old, and my daughter joined at around eight and a half months. We can honestly say that both children have had a very positive and memorable experience at Kindercare Dannemora. I would highly recommend Kindercare Dannemora to any family looking for a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where their children will be genuinely cared for. We are so thankful to the wonderful teachers and admin staff for being such an important part of our children’s early years.
We sent both our children to Dannemora Kid Care, and we have had a wonderful experience. The teachers are very friendly, caring, and attentive, and they have looked after our children really well. Our elder daughter attended the centre from the age of one until she was five. We started during COVID, which was a challenging time for many families. Clare, the centre director, was very understanding and kind enough to let us keep our spot without any charge. We truly appreciated her understanding and support during such an uncertain time. The teachers were also observant and proactive in identifying and informing us about our daughter's toe walking, which we really appreciated. Their care, attention, and support have played an important role in both our children's growth and development. We are very grateful to Clare and all the teachers at Dannemora Kid Care for their kindness, dedication, and genuine care for our children. We would happily recommend this centre to other families looking for a warm, caring, and supportive environment for their little ones.
All the lovely staff at Kindercare Dannemora are so warm and welcoming. My children have thrived with the help of their teachers. There is constant adventures, lots of learning and delicious food prepared for them everyday!
Such a welcoming and caring learning centre. My daughter has made so many friends and have never had always been quite settled and supported with her little interests!
My daughter loves this place! Really welcoming and friendly teachers, wide range of toys to activate all their little minds. Best decision I’ve made for my kids x
My three children are all studying and living at this kindercare. Their progress has been very noticeable, and the teachers take great care of them. We feel completely at ease leaving our kids here.
We have both our kids at the centre, it has been an amazing experience for us and the kids. Qualified staff with good staffing ratios. All the staff there is welcoming and strive hard creating safe environment for kids to learn and grow. We have always been well informed of our kid’s progress and all our concerns have been addressed promptly by Justine whenever we had any issues. Would highly recommend to the parents who are looking for a safe , welcoming learning experience for their little ones. Best wishes 😊
My daughter recently graduated from kindercare Tawa starting there when she was 2. I will always be so grateful for the foundation that the team here has provided for her as she moves into primary school. The teachers are warm and welcoming, they get to know everyone’s name and take genuine interest in your lives. Nate cooks the most incredible meals for the kids and you know your child is going to eat a nourishing meal. And Donna on the front desk is such a kind, warm hearted person who makes you feel welcomed as soon as you walk in and gave me plenty things to laugh. If you’re ever looking for a childcare centre to send your kids to, Kindercare Tawa will certainly ensure your kids are taken care of, shown love and prepare them for the incredible journey they will begin in their school life. And we truly couldn’t have picked a better place for my daughter. Thank you guys so much for everything.
Can’t speak highly enough of Kindercare in Milford. The staff are so caring and attentive and he always has a big smile on his face when he sees them. You can tell they have a great culture there and the staff are always so excited to update me on developments my little boy is making. Recently, he had a medical emergency and they responded swiftly and appropriately, with the ambulance staff commenting how the teacher was so gentle and loving to him she almost thought he was her child! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommended them to anyone.
We've been with Kindercare for the past 3 years and we love it here. All the teachers we've had were super caring and kind. Admin staff are also amazing, always welcoming and there to help!
Enrolling Leo at Kindercare has been one of the best decisions we could have made for his early development. The educators are incredibly warm and deeply invested in his growth, creating an environment where he feels safe, engaged, and excited to learn. As a busy working parent, the outstanding daily communication gives me genuine peace of mind knowing he is continually thriving. I cannot recommend Kindercare highly enough to anyone looking for an exceptional, caring home-away-from-home for their child.
We love Kindercare Constellation. They have been amazing for our daughter. The teachers in each of her rooms have been wonderful and we always feel like she’s well cared for. Knowing she loves her days at daycare is a great feeling for any parent ☺️
Kindercare Dannemora is such a warm and welcoming place! All the teachers are incredibly kind, caring and friendly. It really feels like a second home for our little one. Our child comes home happy and excited every day, often bringing home lovely and creative artwork and crafts. He always looks forward to going back to kindy! The reception and office staff are also so welcoming and helpful. We’re really grateful to have such a lovely team looking after our child. Highly recommend! ❤️
Our daughter has been with Kindycare this year and massive difference in attention and noticeable engagement with her.She has really developed nicely in her social skills , simple mathematics and starting to write at 4 1/2 . The team are great and take time us when ever we come in asking advice or how our girl is going. Top down this team has a ethos that they belive in and it shows We highly recommend the. The Littles
My kid loved her days with Kindercare Rototuna. The staff and teachers there are really friendly and amazing with little kids. She enjoyed the loads of hands on activities and the little outdoor playgrounds she got to explore with her friends. Being a new immigrant family, the range of cultural celebrations helped her develop a sense of the diverse environment that is very Kiwi. Special thanks to the Chinese teacher Yeana, who helped her transit from knowing no English at all to becoming a confident "Chiwi". Would highly recommand!
Tom attended Kindercare Rototuna from 2024 until he recently started school, and we’re so grateful for the love and care he received. The staff became like family to us, and Tom loved all his teachers. It means so much as a parent to know your child is surrounded by people who truly care about them. I also loved that he happily ate food at kindy that he wouldn’t touch at home! It’s been lovely to see Tom start school with confidence, and we’re thankful for the part Kindercare played in preparing him for this next adventure. Kindercare Rototuna will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you for everything - we’ll miss you all!
I would absolutely recommend this centre! ❤️ My son had the most amazing experience and journey here, and they truly prepared him for his big step into school. The teachers are so lovely, caring and nurturing, and they have equipped the children with the knowledge, confidence and skills they need to feel ready for their next adventure. 🎓❤️ We have also made some amazing friendships along the way, and the people we have met here have become more like family to us. Coming from South Africa, knowing absolutely nobody, finding this centre was such a blessing. From the very beginning, they made us feel welcome, included and part of something special. We will forever be grateful for the love, support and care they have shown our family. Thank you for being such a special part of our journey and for helping our little boy grow into the confident, happy boy he is today. We will always look back on these memories with so much love and gratitude. 🥹❤️ Highly recommend to any family looking for a place where their child will not only learn and grow but also feel loved, safe and at home. ❤️
Kindercare Pinehill is absolutely amazing! Our baby started going there from 6 months old and she has loved it since day one. The teachers and staff our so helpful, friendly and all around good people. Would highly recommend.
We had a wonderful experience with Kindercare Manurewa! ❤️ Our son started here when he was just 8 months old, and over the past 3 years, we have watched him grow, learn, and develop so beautifully. Unfortunately, we had to say goodbye to Kindercare as our family moved to another country, which made this farewell even more emotional. Our son built a very special bond with Bonnie, Sabrina, Komal, and Joo, and we will always be grateful for the love, care, and warmth they gave him. They have truly been a special part of his early childhood journey. A special thank you to Justine for making us feel so welcome from the beginning and for always guiding and supporting us whenever we needed help. The all teachers are wonderful, friendly, and caring, and the administration team has been incredibly helpful. Everything throughout these 3 years has been so smooth, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Looking back, we know we made the right decision choosing Kindercare Manurewa for our son. Thank you to the entire team for making his early years so special and for giving our family so many beautiful memories. We will always appreciate everything you have done for him. Highly recommend Kindercare Manurewa to any parents looking for a loving, caring, and nurturing environment for their little ones. ❤️
My daughter has attended for over 3 years and has made amazing friends and the teachers are kind and caring . Kindercare is a lovely tidy structured daycare .
Our daughter has just graduated from Kindercare Botany Downs after four and a half wonderful years, and we’re so grateful for all the beautiful memories she has made here. The teachers are incredibly kind, caring and patient, and they have created such a warm and welcoming environment for the children. It’s been lovely to watch our daughter grow, learn and become more confident over the years. She has made so many special friendships, and even though she has now started primary school, she still talks about and misses her teachers and friends at Kindercare. A big thank you to all the amazing teachers for being such an important part of her early years. Kindercare will always hold a special place in our hearts. ❤️
Our daughter Ellie has just finished up four years at Kindercare and has now just started school down the road at Avonhead. All the team showed Ellie so much love and care over the four years and have prepared her fully ready to start school. Always appreciated the regular events, the healthy meals and especially all the teachers and staff to whom it was clearly more than just a job and place to work and you can really feel it. Would have no hesitation recommending Kindercare Avonhead.
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