BestStart Karaka  

BestStart Karaka is a modern centre that caters for children aged from 3 months right through until they are ready to start school. We have three beautiful, custom-built environments designed to support the learning and development of specific age groups. These rooms are resourced with the latest equipment to support your child’s development.

While we have ages assigned to each room, these are flexible to support children with toilet training, speech development and their emotional and physical development.

Our centre offers inspiring, natural learning spaces where children have the freedom and opportunities to create, explore, investigate, develop ideas, make friends and become lifelong learners. We have a dedicated team who are focused on providing quality child care and education. Our diverse teaching team brings their own passion and energy in different ways each and every day.

Our large outdoor playground boasts a water feature, large sand pit, climbing equipment, scooter track, quiet spaces and gardens.

Together our teaching team has over 35 years experience in Early Childhood. We are all influenced by the Magder Gerber philosophy which specialises in respectful practice and supporting children to develop and have a love of learning through high quality, unrushed interactions.

Children tend to settle quickly and find it easy to transition into the centre. Transition visits with parents or caregivers are strongly encouraged to support children while settling in, developing bonds and establishing friendships.

What makes us special: 

– A teaching team who are open, friendly and welcoming 

– An environment that fosters and encourages parent involvement 

– Healthy, nutritional meals and snacks provided 

– A centre that believes in building self-esteem, social skills and self-help skills that encourage a love of learning 

– We are open until 6pm and throughout the school holidays

We would love for you to come and visit us, meet the team and stay for a play! Contact us or drop in for a visit any time!