BestStart Rongotai  

BestStart Rongotai (formerly Early Years Rongotai), is an early learning centre for 2 to 5 year olds in a cosy renovated house in the heart of Rongotai. Our team of experienced teachers are all uniquely able to delight and inspire your child to reach their next stage and achieve their goals.

Our Vision “A home away from home where family and community connect.”

At BestStart Rongotai everyone who comes through our doors experiences a welcoming and peaceful place where you quickly become part of our family. We provide a fun and interesting environment where friendships and memories are made between children, teachers, and families. Here, you will see a place where familiar rituals are embraced and shared to create a warm and homely learning environment.

Here at Rongotai we cater for children from 2 to 5 years. While in our centre, your child will be able to freely explore our intimate playroom, our sunny library and study, our cozy den,  the dining room and art space, and an ever-changing playground to provide a fun and engaging learning environment.

Respect - Our centre allows children to develop naturally, through free movement and play. Teachers follow children’s individual routines and rituals, and children are encouraged to achieve developmental milestones at their own pace. Our centre provides a culturally diverse environment for every child to thrive, and we observe the cultural events that occur throughout the year. You and your child’s culture and heritage will be acknowledged, accepted and celebrated.

Relationships - Relationships are a core value for us, so your child will have one teacher who will become their primary caregiver, being the first point of contact for both you and your child, allowing you to become close and comfortable with them. Friendships are a key part of our curriculum here at Rongotai, and teachers invite and extend children’s social skills with each other and their teachers through small group activities, group meals, and regular mat times.

Responsive Curriculum - We plan our activities and teaching around the children’s interests. You and your child will be welcomed into an inspiring place, with beautiful spaces for children to play and their curiosities to be explored. Our regular excursions to our local community, such as the library or the local shops, mean your child will have the opportunity to connect with the Rongotai/ Kilbirnie area. All of our children have the chance to explore out in the community, out and about in the real world!

Why choose us?

• Experienced, dynamic and passionate team
• Community links and regular excursions
• Small, warm home-like environment – with home cooked lunch each day.
• Family vibe and whānaungatanga
• Close connections to the schools in the Wellington East region