BestStart Primrose Street

Whakawhanaungatanga is crucial in the settling process for yourself and your pēpi. We suggest families start with a two-week settling process, a chance to get to know our Kaiako and for us to get to know you and pēpi.

We have an intimate play safe which allows ngā pēpi to explore the calm and warm environment. The Kōwhai room has a unique bicultural approach to planning and assessment with a deep connection with Atua Māori. Ngā pēpi are encouraged to partake in holistic Kaupapa learning which connects them to Papatūānuku; the world around us. Each pēpi is a unique, precious individual who will develop and learn at their own pace.

Aroha guides the passionate teaching team in the Preschool room. We believe in making discoveries that provoke and unleash the magic of learning. We follow the interests of children closely and use wonder to drive their passion for learning. You can hear, see, and feel the magic when you visit our preschool room.

We support ngā tamariki with Individual Development Goals which derive from whānau aspirations and kaiako observations, encompassing tamaiti, whānau, culture and traditions/customs. This unique planning and assessment tool which ngā kaiako use holistically, alongside Te Whāriki allows children to grow and learn with a deeper connection to Te Ao, through an integrated curriculum that connects each tamaiti to Atua Māori. This approach is used to guide, support and assess children’s learning journeys.