BestStart Waikanae

32 Winara Ave, Waikanae, Wellington 5036 View on map

04 293 5090

Mon - Fri 7:30am to 5:30pm

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At BestStart Waikanae we learn through fun!

Discover BestStart Waikanae, where learning meets adventure in the heart of sunny Suburban Waikanae.


Nestled beside the Hemi Matenga track, our centre boasts expansive outdoor learning spaces that inspire curiosity and exploration. Children thrive in our natural playground, where they can climb trees, run freely, and ride bikes in a safe, nurturing environment. We're privileged to back onto the grounds of Waikanae School, allowing us to extend our play areas and explore their playgrounds during school holidays, rolling down hills and discovering new adventures.

At BestStart Waikanae, we believe in the power of play and self-discovery. Our passionate teachers are committed to nurturing each child's unique journey by providing enriching experiences and resources that encourage growth at their own pace. From regular bush walk excursions exploring the wonders of nature to heartwarming visits to the local Bupa rest home, every day is filled with opportunities for children to learn, laugh, and love. Our approach to early childhood education ensures that learning is not just a classroom activity but a lifelong adventure, where every moment is a chance to flourish and every experience is a building block for future success.

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Why Choose Us?

Point Check IconLunch box meal times where you control what they eat at the centre
Point Check Icon20 hours free for 3-5 year olds and WINZ subsidies available* if required
Point Check IconExperienced tight-knit team of passionate teachers
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Kind words from parents

"My son loved his time at Best Start Waikanae, he made many friendships with his peers and with wonderful teachers. We received photos along with a brief description of activities every single day which was greatly appreciated. There is a spacious outside area where kids can play, ride bikes or trikes or learn how to grow their own vegetables. Kids have so many activities to choose from every day - painting, singing, dancing, doing exercise, everything we could wish for. I feel very lucky that my son attended such a great daycare, it is truly a paradise for the kids. You will be dearly missed, I wish we could move the daycare with us :)"
Barbora
"Thank you for the amazing job you do to teaching, caring for, planning for, playing with, showing love for and nurturing all the children at the BestStart and particularly our daughter. We truly think you are the best daycare centre we have ever come across and should win the 'Best in NZ Award'."
Parent
"I wished to commend the wonderful team of teachers there for their hard work, enthusiasm and great sincerity. I have often observed how passionate they are about teaching and learning and how caring they are towards all the little children."
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