BestStart Avondale

We take pride in fostering positive relationships with whānau from diverse cultures, integrating them into our centre programmes, cultural celebrations, and community events.

Our supportive and enriching learning environment is based on respect, responsibility, and community, encouraging exploration and discovery. Through our child-led curriculum, every child embarks on an individual learning journey supported by our dedicated Centre Manager and passionate teachers.

Situated on Wolverton Street, close to New Lynn Train Station and the South Western Motorway, BestStart Avondale offers easy access for families. Many of our tamariki move on to local schools like Blockhouse Bay, New Windsor, Chaucer, and New Lynn Primary Schools, making our centre an integral part of the community.

We have three rooms designed to meet the developmental stages of each child. From our cosy Manawa Nursery for infants to the dynamic Rewa Rewa room for toddlers, and the engaging Waitemata room for preschoolers, each space is tailored to foster growth, exploration, and learning. Our Set for School programme ensures that families know what to expect for their children's transition to the next phase of their learning journey. Through a play-based curriculum, our programme seamlessly integrates learning that aligns to the NZ school curriculum, including literacy, maths, and science. Our BestStart environments are thoughtfully arranged to foster greater independence and support children in developing essential self-help and socio-emotional skills needed for school readiness.