BestStart Parkside

438 Hagley Avenue, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011 View on map

03 365 7606

Mon - Fri 7:00am to 6:00pm

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BestStart Parkside, Our Happy Place for All!

BestStart Parkside offers quality childcare and education in a specially designed centre, featuring separate nursery and preschool play spaces.


Conveniently located near Christchurch Public Hospital and the Addington Business District, we offer flexible full-time, part-time, and sessional hours to suit the needs of our families. 

Our team of qualified teachers creates a welcoming, respectful, and safe environment where children feel empowered and develop strong relationships. The atmosphere is both calm and playful, fostering a strong sense of belonging. Teachers know each child well and engage with them purposefully, supporting their learning and celebrating their achievements. Children under two years of age receive nurturing, high-quality care that encourages exploration and development. Transitions are flexible, and the centre maintains strong connections with local schools to ensure continuity in children’s learning.

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Why Choose Us?

Point Check Icon20 hours free for 3-5 year olds and WINZ subsidies available* if required
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Point Check IconGold Healthy Heart Award
Point Check IconFresh, nutritious meals and snacks provided throughout the day

Kind words from parents

"The nursery teachers give so much love and care to the babies. They go beyond to make sure they feel loved and secure which is lovely. The preschool teachers have so much energy and celebrate all holidays for so many cultures. I love my children learning so much about the world in such a kind and enthusiastic way. It also makes me feel great that they all have a proper hot lunch every day, especially through winter."
Annabel
"The teaching team at school met with us because they wanted to move Riley from the new entrant class into the year 1 classroom. They'd identified that her numeracy, literacy and social skills were more advanced than some of the other children in her class - something they accredited to her starting school with a sound basic understanding in those areas; thanks to the work you and the other teachers put into her be school ready initiative! Your efforts have really paid off and she is now a proud member of room 3 where she has fit in like she's always been there and is still thriving in a more challenging environment."
Parent
"I am very happy with making the decision to have both my children at this preschool. They are growing so much socially and developing an independence and confidence in themselves. The facilities are very good, particularly the outdoor space and I have noticed the teachers involving the children with the new things they are bringing into different spaces such as the sensory wall outside and the large artworks inside. The teachers do a terrific job."
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