BestStart Alexandra

BestStart Alexandra is proud to be the first centre in the Central Otago region to receive a prestigious 4-year ERO return, placing us in the top 7% of New Zealand childcare centres for providing positive learning outcomes for children.

At the heart of our centre are strong, reciprocal relationships. Every child and whānau are warmly welcomed, respected, and valued, creating a sense of connection and empowerment that ensures families, tamariki, and kaiako work together to achieve the best outcomes for each individual child.

Set in a beautiful outdoor environment, our centre celebrates the unique traditions and values of our community. From our Matariki disco to our Christmas festivities, we embrace whānau and community traditions, weaving them into our localized curriculum. Our motorbike and jet ski in the playground reflect the vibrant character of Central Otago, while our natural, holistic approach to learning inspires a lifelong love of discovery in tamariki.

With a culturally diverse and passionate teaching team, a focus on respect and empowerment, and regular excursions into the community, BestStart Alexandra is a place where every child can thrive.

We are the only centre in Alexandra who do not close for 2-3 weeks over Christmas so are very convenient for families who need to work over this period.