BestStart Pioneer  

BestStart Pioneer (formerly First Steps Pioneer) early learning childcare centre is conveniently located at the Pioneer Recreation and Sports Centre in Spreydon. We pride ourselves on our centre's family feel which is proven with the strong relationships our teachers have with both the children and their whanau. At First Steps Pioneer we believe in supporting our children to become capable and confident through learning, discovering and exploration.

Our learning spaces - The centre has two separate areas, the under two area catering for children aged three months to two years old and the over two area catering for children aged two to five years.

Infants and toddlers - Our teachers pride themselves on the warm, caring atmosphere they have created as well as the strong relationships they have developed with families.

In the under two area teachers follow the children's cues and routines providing a respectful, calm and unhurried environment to explore at their own pace and in their own time. Our children children explore, discover and challenge themselves while having fun.

Preschoolers - In our over twos area we have a large outdoor space that promotes healthy physical activities. We focus on children developing their confidence and independence as well as the ability to work cooperatively with others.

We provide stimulating learning opportunities that will challenge and extend your child's learning and development and instill the skills needed for successful lifelong learning. We want children to leave First Steps Pioneer with a love of learning and a thirst for knowledge.

Learn, Explore, Discover Akona, Tuhuratia, Rakahaua!

What else you can expect from our childcare centre:

• Small home-like environment with a family feel
• Licensed for 36 children
• Close proximity to the recreation centre
• Large natural outdoor environment
• Strong partnerships with families
• Unique Be School Ready initiative
• Come along and see our fantastic centre today!