BestStart Somerset Street

BestStart is one of NZ's leading early childcare providers. BestStart Somerset in Frankton, Hamilton provides affordable, high quality education and award winning childcare for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

At BestStart Somerset we care about families!

At BestStart Somerset, your whānau becomes ours. We are in constant communication with all our families supporting them through the good, the bad, the little, the big, the achievements and the hardships.  All of our families and children are different - with diverse needs and identities it is because we care that we dedicate ourselves to ensuring everybody feels included and respected. The wellbeing of everybody is important to us and by having trusting relationships we can be responsive with care and education.

 A stones throw from Seddon Park in Hamilton in a handy spot for all the workers in the surrounding industrial area you will find BestStart Somerset Street. Down an unsuspecting driveway you will find our hidden gem with generous space and our very own river and fountain.

Care is a foundation of our centre. Care is what drives our relationships with others and we encourage all of our tamariki to connect with one another and show they care too! Care is also important to be shown to themselves, through learning self-help skills and celebrating connection to their own cultures, identities and backgrounds.

Our Team

We have a dedicated team who pride themselves on creating a warm, loving environment for both children and their families, where feedback and working together in partnership is valued.

We are a small but close team with each teacher bringing their own unique skills to the table. With regular professional development and learning from one another we are consistently upskilling to provide the best possible care and education to our BestStart Somerset family.

What We Offer

• Fresh, healthy, nutritious meals and snacks provided throughout the day 
• 20 hours free for 3-5 year olds and WINZ subsidies available* if required
• Experienced tight-knit team of passionate teachers
• Get Set for School programme

Our Spaces

We have four aged-based learning rooms to meet the changing needs of our tamariki as they grow. We provide a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for our children and whanau, creating strong relationships that build emotional connections, security, and trust. In every room children are encouraged to be actively involved in literacy, numeracy, science, arts and crafts, cooking, music and movement, and a range of physical activities.