BestStart North Harbour
BestStart North Harbour is an early learning centre located by Westfield Mall, Albany. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We offer full-day and sessional education and care for children aged between 3 months to 6 years old.
At BestStart North Harbour, we value working in partnership with whānau (families) and children through building respectful and trusting relationships. Children develop and learn in a warm and nurturing environment where they are encouraged to guide their own learning and development with the support of our qualified teaching team. We also encourage developing and sustaining healthy eating and physical habits to promote healthy growth.
We provide care and education for all children through group activities and individually, developing a learning journey specific to their needs and interests by working with and communicating with parents and whānau. Our vision is to work alongside families, whanau, and communities to enable children to achieve their learning potential.
Our Team
Our friendly and approachable team of teachers take pride in making a positive difference in the lives of children by being role models. We have a strong team with a great understanding of children’s backgrounds and cultures, including our centre cook who provides nutritious and tasty meals that accommodate children's dietary and cultural requirements.
What We Offer
- A tight-knit, qualified team of teachers dedicated to your child's learning and development
- 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 learning areas are separated into two spaces within the centre, each designated to specific age groups. Clear windows and outdoor fences help maintain a visual connection between the two areas and the learning that takes place within these areas is reflective of the stage of development of the children.
Ara Tuhura Room
(Infants & Toddlers)
Ara Tipu Room
(Preschoolers)
Video Gallery
kind words from our parents
What we're proud of
LATEST STORIES FROM OUR BLOG
Graduation Ceremony at BestStart North Harbour
Read about our latest graduation ceremony and all the exciting things we plan for when a child is ready to transition to school!
READ MOREBunnings Visits BestStart North Harbour!
Bunnings Constellation visited BestStart North Harbour and brought seeds, seedlings, and tools to teach us how to garden and grow our own vegetables!
READ MOREMothers Day Special
We hosted a very special day celebrating our wonderful mothers with balloons, flowers, and baking! Read about the fun day we had while giving credit to the very special people in each child's life.
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