BestStart Pukuatua

0508 BESTSTART

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Phone (07) 348 3579
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Where we are

1553 Pukuatua Street Pukuatua Rotorua 3010

Opening hours

Monday7.30am - 5.30pm
Tuesday7.30am - 5.30pm
Wednesday7.30am - 5.30pm
Thursday7.30am - 5.30pm
Friday7.30am - 5.30pm

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BestStart Pukuatua is convienently located close to Rotorua's CBD. We're open right through the year, only closing for public holidays and care for children aged 3 months to 6 years old, supporting them to gain the skills to be successful, confident life-long learners.

Leaders of our own learning

Kaitaki akoranga

At BestStart Pukuatua, our vision is about fostering self-belief and developing a sense of empowerment in every child.

We empower our tamariki to design their own learning with teacher and whanau support. Children make their own decisions, learning in their own style and at their own pace. They connect with the people, places and things around them, developing an understanding and respect for the diverse cultures we support here at BestStart Pukuatua.

Tikitapu Room

In our infant and toddler room for children under 2 years old you will find our youngest tamariki engaged in a variety of learning experiences. Music and movement, messy play, exploring our indoor and outdoor environment help children develop new skills and the confidence to explore the world around them, nurtured and supported by our kaiako.

Okareka Room

In our 2 to 3 year old space our tamariki are developing their self-help skills by learning to serve their own kai. Their social skills are growing as they build positive friendships through play, creating their own style of learning with a variety of experiences. Kaiako observe and support this learning, using the natural rhythms and routines of the day.

Rotoiti Room

In our 3 to 4 year old space, our tamariki are really driving their learning. They learn through trial and error, creating masterpieces, becoming more independent through play, self-help skills, and leading their own learning at their own pace.

Tarewera Room

In our 4 year old space becoming a leader is established and fostered through group learning, independent learning, and developing essential skills for school and for life long leading.

We invite you to come and take a tour around our much-loved centre and see if we are the right fit for you.

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Quality Service Award 2023

kind words from our parents

Parent

Thank you for all the kindness, care and attention you have all shown Sam over the last four years which has helped shape him ready for his next journey.

Sankhala

I still remember the first day I had to leave Savannah with you and go to work. I was so scared and nervous but looking at her now, I'm so proud of her. Thank you for helping her become this confident, independent, smart little girl. We appreciate your love and support.

Parent

In the short time my daughter has been at BestStart I can happily say that I'm glad I made the decision to change daycare! She is getting more comfortable at drop offs. I love the regular updates I get on Storypark and the fun activities they have with the kids throughout the week! E.g teddy bear picnic etc. Her teachers are all lovely and one thing I love most is she always comes home with everything at the end of the day!