BestStart Johnstones Road Kindy

At BestStart Johnstones Road Kindy, we provide a warm, nurturing, and culturally responsive early learning environment where children are encouraged to learn, grow, and thrive. Conveniently located in the heart of the Ōtara community, we welcome babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to a place where every child feels valued and supported.

Our passionate and caring kaiako create engaging, play-based learning experiences guided by Te Whāriki, Aotearoa New Zealand's early childhood curriculum, alongside our local curriculum. We celebrate each child's unique strengths, culture, and identity, helping them build confidence, develop meaningful relationships, and become capable, lifelong learners.

Supporting children's wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We provide nutritious meals three times a day, giving tamariki the energy they need to learn, explore, and play throughout the day in a safe and welcoming environment.

Families choose BestStart Johnstones Road Kindy for our strong community connections, inclusive approach, and commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education in Ōtara. We look forward to partnering with you to give your child the very best start to their learning journey.

Enrol in July and receive a $100 grocery voucher!