BestStart Doncaster Drive Kindy

At BestStart Doncaster Drive Kindy we love to see our children soar, to find their wings, to reach beyond the clouds and to know they are surrounded by encouragement, support and love! We offer a range of full and part-time spaces for children aged 2-5 years old and are open from 8am to 4.30pm right through the year, only closing for public holidays.

Step Boldly! Leap High! Soar Freely!

At Doncaster Drive Kindy we are excited about learning! Our passion lies in nurturing our children’s natural curiosity about the world around them...a world of unlimited, exciting opportunities and possibilities. We recognize that learning occurs in stages, through active ‘hands-on’ exploration, and that we, as teachers and parents collectively play an important role as facilitators, guides, and supporters.

We are blessed to live in an amazing coastal area and this is reflected within a beautiful learning environment that embraces links to our beach community and surrounding whenua. We also view our community as an extension of our learning environment! This is where our children live, where they play and have extended relationships, so it makes perfect sense that we embrace and celebrate the unlimited learning potential of community connections, knowledge, and spirit.

Our team:

As teachers, we see the potential in each child and believe that this is something to cherish, nurture, and grow. One day our children will be the ‘movers and shakers’ of their world, therefore the role we play in building their self-confidence and sparking a love of learning is a fundamentally important one. Here we engage in trusting relationships that are built on respect, love, compassion, and fun. Our teaching revolves around growing the ‘mana’ of the child, building their spirit, nurturing their dreams, and empowering them to ‘Step boldly, leap high, and soar freely'.

Our environment:

Our environment and curriculum give careful, caring consideration to children’s interests and the specific way they learn through play. Therefore, we have created a stimulating environment with specifically designed learning spaces that entice discovery and add depth to learning possibilities. As a multicultural centre we foster a sense of belonging and a strong respect for diverse cultures, ensuring that every child feels valued, respected, and important.

What we offer:

20 hours free for 3-5-year-olds with the option of full-time or sessional spaces
A team that puts the children at the heart of everything we do.
A solid and experienced team with over 30 years of experience.
A commitment to building strong, collaborative, and trusting relationships where you have an important ‘voice’.
Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga and Aroha!
Acceptance for all and a celebration of diversity and culture!
A lovely environment where children can explore and learn at their own pace.
A specifically designed and integrated Set for School program