BestStart Styx Mill

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BestStart Styx Mill provides quality education and care in a specially designed centre in Northwood. Our teachers do more than just care for tamariki, we focus on supporting their development and learning. We work with families to support their hopes and dreams, to ensure their child's individual routines are supported, helping create a smooth transition into centre life.

At BestStart Styx Mill, our vision is to be the best we can be!

Welcome to BestStart Styx Mill, where the journey of learning begins with a nurturing touch and a commitment to excellence. As a licensed early childhood education center, we pride ourselves on being a small and close-knit community, fostering strong connections between mokopuna, whanau, and our dedicated kaiako.

At BestStart Styx Mill, we celebrate the joy of learning through sensory play. We believe in engaging children's senses to spark curiosity and foster exploration. Our age-appropriate provocations are carefully designed to ignite interest, encouraging children to discover and learn in a way that is both fun and meaningful.

Join us at BestStart Styx Mill, where each child's journey is embraced, and every day is an opportunity for growth, discovery, and the joy of sensory play that enhances their learning experiences.

Our Team

What sets us apart at BestStart Styx Mill is our team of passionate kaiako who teach from the heart. Each member of our team is dedicated to creating an environment that goes beyond traditional education – we welcome children into our Styx Mill family. Our teachers are not only skilled professionals but caring mentors who understand the importance of emotional well-being and a sense of belonging in a child's developmental journey.

What We Offer

  • 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
  • Centre Gym to support physical development
  • Fresh, nutritious food provided for breakfast, morning & afternoon tea

Our Spaces

At BestStart Styx Mill, we prioritize individualized care and attention, with a license for 66 children, including a special focus on the unique needs of 16 children under the age of 2. Our center boasts three thoughtfully designed classrooms, each catering to specific developmental stages. Kakano, our nurturing nursery, provides a safe haven for infants up to 2 years old. Tipu, our engaging preschool environment, supports children up to around 3.5 years, fostering curiosity and early social skills. Finally, Pihinga, our vibrant prep school, caters to children over 3.5, preparing them for the exciting journey ahead in their educational endeavors.

Kākano room

3 months - 2 years

Tipu Room

2 years - 3.5 years

Pihanga Room

3.5 years - 6 years old

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Quality Service Award 2023

kind words from our parents

Parent

Thank you for looking after Samantha. Since we started, she has definitely grown in strength, resilience and independence. So much appreciated!

Parent

Thanks so much for looking after Tamai and making his time here such a pleasure. We know he will miss you all as he has enjoyed being with you all so much.

Parent

Thank you all so much for everything you have done for Harry over the years. He has loved every minute of his time at your wonderful centre. It has been such a great feeling to know he is in such great hands when we dropped him off every morning. We will keep in touch for sure.

Parent

Thank you just doesn’t seem enough for the huge impact you have had on Jack and our lives. Your support, guidance and care had been appreciated beyond words. We know Jack will carry your values and teachings with him in his new adventures.

Parent

We would like to say a big thank you to all the Preschool Teachers, for the past year with Lola. She had so much fun and made some great friends. Thank you to everyone involved in her transition into the prep room – at her own pace. And we look forward to seeing Lola grow and develop with new challenges in this room.

Parent

We are so grateful for all the wonderful and amazing teachers and staff that have been with Riley throughout her time at Styx Mill. Cannot express just how much they have done for her. We will miss you all very much.

Parent

The teaching methods applied for toddlers, in our opinion, is at a zenith. You guys spice it all up with a variety of fun games, special activities and fabulous events that he always talked about and looked forward to attending. We have seen discipline, flexibility and cultural sensitivity ingrained in your principles. Shalom and I would recommend BestStart Styx Mill, again and again, to anyone and every parent or guardian seeking a place for their young preschoolers.

Parent

We are really sad to leave BestStart Styx Mill. Our family loves every staff and teacher here very much. This centre is a magic place which is full of joys and laughter everyday.

Parent

Thank you for looking after Stacey, all the cuddles and love. Stacey has learnt so much in your care.

Parent

Thank you all for supporting Liam's journey and learning, we will miss you all!

What we're proud of

Read our latest ERO report Read our latest ERO report e-Portfolios e-Portfolios Most Trusted Childcare Most Trusted Childcare Quality Service Award Quality Service Award Set for School Set for School BestStart Educare Governing Organisation Report BestStart Educare Governing Organisation Report

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