BestStart Kensington Crossing
BestStart Kensington Crossing is an early learning centre located in Kensington, Whangarei. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
At BestStart Kensington Crossing, we believe in creating a warm, nurturing, and inclusive environment for your child through strong family relationships and open communication. Our teachers work alongside families to support and encourage your child's learning by engaging their self-help skills and providing a range of opportunities to extend their independence.
Your child’s learning journey and milestones will be captured and shared through one-on-one communication and our online learning portfolios on Storypark. This is a great way to keep up to date with what your child is doing while at the centre. You can log in to see what’s been happening in their day, check out photos of them, and comment on their activities to find out more
Our Team
Our qualified team of teachers and age-focused resources will support your child's growth and learning from infancy until they are ready to transition to primary school. Our centre cook provides nutritious meals and snacks daily that will nourish and support your child's development.
What We Offer
- A tight-knit and qualified team of dedicated teachers
- Healthy, nutritious meals and snacks provided by our centre cook daily
- 20 hours free for 3-5 year olds and WINZ subsidies available* if required
Our Spaces
Our indoor spaces are purpose-built to support the development of every age group. Each room is equipped with high-quality, age-focused resources designed to spark curious minds and support your child's learning through play.
Pipi Room
(Under 2's)
Paua Room
(Toddlers)
Kina & Mako Rooms
(Preschoolers)
Video Gallery
What we're proud of
Most trusted childcare
Quality Service Award
Gold Healthy Heart Award
Set for School
BestStart Educare Governing Organisation Report
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