BestStart Gillies Avenue

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Phone (09) 623 2785
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Where we are

181 Gillies Avenue Epsom Central Auckland 1023

Opening hours

Monday7.30am - 5.30pm
Tuesday7.30am - 5.30pm
Wednesday7.30am - 5.30pm
Thursday7.30am - 5.30pm
Friday7.30am - 5.30pm

BestStart Gillies Avenue is an early learning centre located in Epsom, Auckland. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Where nurture meets nature!

At BestStart Gillies Avenue, our philosophy is rooted in sustainability and learning through the natural world. Our beautiful outdoor area, shaded by native trees, offers your child a nurturing environment to explore and grow. These experiences are designed to build confidence and knowledge, preparing your child for school when the time comes.

Located within easy reach of Auckland city and motorway links, our centre provides a convenient yet tranquil setting. Your child will have the space to run, climb, laugh, explore, garden, enjoy the sun, or find quiet time in sheltered areas surrounded by natural beauty.

We foster strong connections with our community, teaching our children the value of kindness and contribution. Our Pataka (community pantry) is a testament to this, encouraging everyone to take what they need and share what they can.

Our Team

We have a dedicated team who pride themselves on creating a warm, loving environment for both infants and their families, where feedback and working together in partnership is valued.

What We Offer

A focus on sustainability and nature-based learning
A diverse and inclusive environment
A talented chef who prepares well-balanced, nutritious meals inspired by our multicultural community
A supportive, nurturing environment for infants and toddlers
A culturally diverse preschool programme that encourages outdoor exploration and creative play

Our Spaces

Our centre is thoughtfully designed to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children of all ages.

Infants and Toddlers

0 to 2.5 years old

Preschool

2.5 to 5/6 years old

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Quality Service Award 2023

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Parent

Great team of teachers that are friendly, supportive and professional. Lovely environment for the children to be cared in. Storypark is a great way to see the children growing and learning capturing those moments which are precious to parents.

Parent

The teachers have supported me around my child’s sleep routines at home and while at the centre. They also provided a sleep consultant evening which was really helpful, supportive and positive. The teachers are well trained and communicate well with the parents they treat every child as an individual and support them to reach their goals.

Parent

Toby had an amazing time!! He is always so proud to come into the centre and share his stories with the staff and kids – it’s lovely how supportive everyone is!!

Parent

I am glad we chose you for the first few crucial years of care for our twins. We feel that you all have helped to set strong foundations of self, discovery play, love for reading, language development and role play for Aarav and Aavya. These very strong foundations are now enabling them to transition into a new center with ease and form new relationships. We couldn't have asked for a more nurturing, inclusive environment for the twins and it has been a pleasure to watch them thrive in their early years of schooling.

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We have been blown away with the level of care BestStart Gillies Ave has provided Ethan. We researched many daycare facilities within the area and selected yours because of your high-quality preschool education program. Ethan has grown and learnt so much since his time with you. He has made many friends and built relationships with each one of the team. Kia ora rawa atu!

Aroha Buchanan

Kia ora, my husband is a great walker and on a number of his walks from home to his Croquet club he has come home with a great selection of books from a box outside your premises, I am a teacher at a South Auckland School and am very appreciative of these books and just wanted to acknowledge your initiative to reach out to the community as I know these books will go to children that love to learn and especially read. Thank you so much for caring about our community.