BestStart Buchanans Road

0508 BESTSTART

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Phone (03) 741 1024
Email buchanans@best-start.org

Where we are

5 Jarnac Boulevard Hornby Christchurch 8042

Opening hours

Monday7.00am - 6.00pm
Tuesday7.00am - 6.00pm
Wednesday7.00am - 6.00pm
Thursday7.00am - 6.00pm
Friday7.00am - 6.00pm

BestStart is one of NZ's leading early childcare providers. BestStart Buchanans Road in Hornby, Christchurch provides affordable, high quality education and award winning childcare for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

At BestStart Buchanans Road we let the uniqueness of each and every child guide our work!

At BestStart Buchanans Road, your whānau becomes ours, and we treat every child as an individual and plan their learning and care based off of exactly where they are. We are a diverse community situated in a new subdivision on the outskirts of Hornby and Hei Hei.

We have relationships with the local school across the road which we regularly visit, making transitions to school a breeze for our graduating tamariki. We provide a programme that is child initiated, based on current individual and group interests, needs and developmental stages. Teachers stimulate children’s play and learning creating the opportunity to not only have fun, but to enhance the total development and skills of each child and build a sense of belonging. We encompass the rich diversities within our community, believing that everyone brings something unique and exciting to our centre.

Our Team

We are an experienced and dedicated team with a passion for developing strong relationships with families. Many of our staff have called the centre home for many years, most staff for over five years, and some even 10 years!

What We Offer

20 hours free for 3-5 year olds and WINZ subsidies available* if required
Experienced tight-knit team of passionate teachers
Gold Healthy Heart Award - nutrition and health is important to us
Get Set for School programme
Regular Excursions to the local primary school

Our Spaces

We have spacious, safe and carefully planned environments for children and families to feel relaxed and secure. Our large outdoor play areas provide children with opportunities for exploration, building co-ordination and developing their gross motor skills with challenging interchangeable equipment

Nursery

(Under 2's)

Toddler

(2 years old)

Preschool

(3 year olds)

Prep

(4-5 year olds)

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Welcome to BestStart Buchanans Road

Quality Services Award 2023

kind words from our parents

Parent

Thank you for making Lachlan’s transition to BestStart Buchanans Road and Christchurch so smooth. Lachlan has developed a strong bond with his teachers and peers alike. We feel Lachlan has truly flourished while in your centre, into a happy, caring, strong minded little man. In a flash the time has come to transition to primary school. We appreciate the care and support from the centre and would highly recommend the centre to anyone looking for childcare.

Parent

I have been over the moon with the personalised service, the ease of transitions and the fantastic teachers that this centre has provided. I have recommended this centre to those I know and will continue to do so.

Parent

My Grandson has been with BestStart Buchanans Road now for quite awhile and it has and is fantastic watching him develop and grow into such a confident wee boy through the wonderful learning and care that he receives from the staff. I have found every staff member to be very approachable and helpful. He loves his time there – so much so it is very hard to get him to come home!! So just wanted to let you know how much all your hard work does not go unnoticed and its certainly gives our family huge peace of mind that he is in such a caring environment throughout the day.

Parent

WOW, what to say… We have been family for over 4 years. The care and support has been amazing, thank you. I have been able to go to work knowing my child is happy and safe. You have joined us in the learning of dinosaurs, fossils, rocks, crystals and the solar system.

Parent

After checking out a number of preschools I kept getting drawn back to BestStart Buchanans Road. The staff have been fabulous, caring, nurturing, and really intentional about getting to know the family. I recommend to all of my friends.

Parent

We have been part of the BestStart Buchanans Family for almost two years and our two children are both very settled. The teachers are incredible. We love how approachable they are, the awesome experiences they provide and how they genuinely love our girls. We are so happy that we have this fantastic Early Childhood Centre in our neighbourhood. Thanks for everything you continue to do Sonya and team.

Parent

BestStart Buchanans Road has been such a neat environment for my now 2 kids to grow and learn in. The staff are warm and friendly and approachable, prioritise your kids learning and growth with efficient and timely communication with myself about any issues that may arise as well as all the positive things, I know my kids are safe, learning through their play and are being well educated! BestStart has been nothing but a positive experience!

Parent

BestStart Buchanans Road has been taking care of our tamariki for 4 years now and we wouldn't choose any other provider. The kaiako are enthusiastic with a true passion for what they do, always ensuring all children are cared for lovingly . The activities throughout the day are stimulating and our tamariki always come home with a smile on their face and can't wait to go back the next day. We are privileged to have BestStart Buchanans Road part of our wider whanau - it takes a village and we are lucky to have them as part of our village.

Parent

Both my kids attend BestStart Buchanans and they absolutely love it. Each day, they arrive with excitement and leave with big smiles and lots of fun stories of the adventures they have been on while there. I have noticed how much the centre helps each individual child grow, and I just love how they encourage them to fulfill their potential.

Parent

What an absolute find BestStart Buchanans Road has been for our family. Our two boys are thriving and I am confident that the wonderful team at BestStart Buchanans Road have a major part to play in that. All of the teachers are warm, welcoming and engaged and the boys really respond to that. Plus we as parents also feel encouraged and supported by them as we navigate our parent journey!

Parent

From the moment my twin boys started going to BestStart Buchanans Road, they were made to feel so welcome, and so was I. As a parent, i felt very comfortable with the centre and loved the positivity and happiness the center brought to myself and the boys. The boys got to know everyone and loved all the staff. The staff there are so caring and helpful with every aspect of my boys' learning and education . From the moment you walk into the friendly reception, to the boys' rooms, it's like one big family. My boys have grown so much and learned so much by being there in all aspects of their development, and I know they will continue to thrive by being there until they are ready to transition to school.