BestStart Maunu Village
BestStart Maunu Village is an early learning childcare centre located in the heart of Maunu, Whangarei. We provide quality, award-winning childcare and education for children up until they go to school. We're proud of our family-focused culture where children are at the heart of everything we do.
Wonder and discovery start here.
“Think and wonder, wonder and think” – Dr Seuss
BestStart Maunu Village lies nestled within Whangarei's beautiful native bush in the heart of Maunu - where memories are created, experiences come alive, and adventure awaits. Our creative team of teachers provide a nurturing, stimulating environment that encourages young minds to flourish and grow.
We are a purpose-built centre consisting of 2 buildings complimenting each other with spaces designed to support your precious taonga, from babies up until they go to school.
The newest addition to our family is BestStart Pohutukawa. Here your child can discover who they are, build confidence, and reach their full potential with learning experiences offered to support children to learn at their own pace. Our lovely natural surroundings invite curiosity and a sense of adventure! We have 3 spaces designed to support children’s individual learning and development needs. Our newly opened infant and toddler area caters for up to 10 pepe with our teachers integrating the care of your child with teaching and learning, so that special attention is given to developing the brain through deep and connected relationships.
When you step into BestStart Kauri, you'll hear the giggles and busyness of our under two-room. We care for our youngest children in a specialized, nurturing caring Pepe space with a separate outdoor area. The team working in this room has an appreciation for the special needs and attention the under 2 children require as they learn to find their place in the world.
In addition, Kauri has three rooms supporting children from the age of 2 years through to 6 years old. Each room is unique, and the teaching team has designed a transitioning programme where we help children decide when they are ready for the next step in their learning journey to make the move to the next room (Ideally with their friends). There is a focus on community engagement with planned trips to support children to connect with local places and people. Our spaces are well resourced with well thought out teaching strategies to encourage, invite, and delight your child.
We appreciate that your children come to us with their “own kete” and we invite families to share in planning their child’s learning with us. Our Story Park platform is an ideal place for regular engagement and updates where you can be involved, and you will see your child’s journey with us documented.
The choice is yours. Each space supports individual children, encouraging a sense of belonging and a place where they are free to explore and realize the wonder of learning.
Come visit us and discover a special place where your child will be treasured.
For more information about the specific fees for your centre, please contact us directly (09) 459 6342 / maunu@best-start.org You might be eligible for support paying childcare fees. For more information click here.
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Outdoor Exploration
Children have been enjoying the warmer weather outdoors, like ball play; aiming and throwing; passing and catching.
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