BestStart Mangere East

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BestStart is one of NZ's leading early childcare providers. BestStart Mangere East in South Auckland provides affordable, high-quality education and award-winning childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

At BestStart Mangere East, we encourage children to reach for the stars!

At BestStart Mangere East, we take pride in our commitment to quality early childhood education since our establishment in 2016. Initially licensed for 250 children and staffed with over 40 individuals, we've prioritized a shift towards smaller numbers to enhance the quality of teaching and learning. Our focus revolves around celebrating diversity, accommodating various cultures, religions, traditions, and values, and creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Nestled in the heart of the vibrant community of Mangere East, our centre is privileged to be surrounded by iconic landmarks like Massey Homestead and Mangere Mountain. We actively engage with our local schools, libraries, shopping centres, and cultural institutions, fostering strong connections that enrich our localized curriculum and extend learning beyond the classroom.

We understand the importance of relationships, so we prioritize connecting with you and your child, laying the foundation for trust—the cornerstone of effective learning. We journey alongside you, taking the time to understand your family's values and traditions, ensuring you never miss a moment of your child's growth and development.

Our team

Our experienced and passionate teachers know exactly what it takes to support our little people as they grow. It’s about developing relationships first and foremost, with you and your child. This creates trust, and trust is where the magic of learning begins.


What We Offer

  • Nutritious cooked meals
  • Engaging Set for School program
  • Tailored learning experiences
  • Engaging extracurricular activities
  • Ongoing parent communication and involvement


Our Spaces

Each room is designed to cater to specific age groups, providing tailored experiences for children's holistic development.

Te Whare Aho: The Pepe Room

(Ages 6 weeks to 2 years)

Te Whare Whiti: The Toddler Room

(Ages 2 to 3 years)

Te Whare Hana: The Preschool Room

(Ages 3 to 5 years)

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Quality Service Award 2023

kind words from our parents

Parent

Very happy with the work, effort and time given by the amazing staff towards our kids. Thank you very much.

Parent

One of the best children’s centres that I have been too. Children are happy and engaged in learning. Very friendly staff.

Parent

I think the centre is going well. I am proud to send my kids here.

Parent

The teachers have made Harper and me feel so comfortable and I feel so confident dropping her off in the morning that she is going to have a great day.

Parent

The Admin was very professional and friendly when I went in to enquire about a space for our granddaughter at BestStart Mangere East. Teachers when available communicated with me every day about granddaughter's day (not that they have to though). It's very well resourced. I like it that staff taught the children to take care of the resources by putting away the toys they've finished playing with. Friendly friendly staff. BestStart management take care of their staff by providing soft couches and adult size chairs. The rooms are all orderly and clean and tidy including outdoors.

Parent

Highly recommend, my son has been with this school since we moved over from Australia in 2020. He has learned a lot at this school and had fun along the way. My daughter joined him at his school a few weeks ago and she has already adapted to her school routine. It’s a bonus having the van service available as well

Parent

BestStart Mangere East has given my family a sense of belonging to my son and our little family. They have made us feel welcome and have created a safe environment for our son. We have seen immense progress from our son and look forward to his continuous development.

Parent

My mother-in-law is now dropping off my son and she's mentioned that my son is very talkative and telling her all the exciting things he did and learned. She's also mentioned staff are always welcoming in the mornings. Thank you, everyone. Keep up the good work.

Parent

My daughter recently just started school and she loves it. Her teachers are lovely and were so welcoming on her first day of school. It felt warm and inviting and I know I can trust this school as my older son is already attending this school but will be leaving for primary next month. I know he will miss his teachers and classmates at the best start so much

Parent

Nothing is more satisfying than having an excellent bond with the educators who look after your children. BestStart Mangere East. I have been serving my children for 2 years now and they have been the best to our family. I highly recommend this centre and rate it 100/100

Parent

They take care of my daughter well and the teachers there are kind.

Parent

So far we have had a great experience with BestStart Mangere East. Amber is very happy there and she is happy to be handed over now with no tears so that’s a win in my eyes! The teachers are also really kind and caring and I am so happy she has settled in and seems to be well cared for there. Thank you team!

What we're proud of

Read our latest ERO report (1) Read our latest ERO report (1) e-portfolio e-portfolio Read our latest ERO report (2) Read our latest ERO report (2) We have a Healthy Heart Award We have a Healthy Heart Award Most Trusted Childcare Most Trusted Childcare Quality Service Award Quality Service Award Set for School Set for School BestStart Educare Governing Organisation Report BestStart Educare Governing Organisation Report

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