BestStart Kelvin Grove

BestStart Kelvin Grove (formerly First Steps Kelvin Grove) is a brand new childcare centre. We have experienced, qualified teachers with expertise in caring for and teaching children from birth to 5 years. Our passionate team have a wide range of experience to support your child to reach their full potential.

At BestStart Kelvin Grove, we believe in the concept of ā tōna wā, where children learn in their own time and at their own pace. Our teachers provide opportunities for children and adults to take on challenges that involve risk. We value creativity as “Imagination is the source of all human achievement” - Sir Ken Robinson

We have an open door policy in which we encourage you to come and spend some time with your children in the centre. Your child has the freedom to explore, take risks and challenge themselves. We believe in a positive attitude towards food and teach healthy eating habits.  We have an onsite cook who prepares hot, nutritious meals, catering to all dietary needs. BestStart Kelvin Grove is a community minded centre and we are active within our neighborhood.

In our learning environment, we create beautiful spaces and empathetic relationships, to reflect our belief that children deserve the very best. By exploring the living world with our tamariki, we are making connections with the physical world, encouraging change for a sustainable future (by promoting and modelling sustainable practices).

Our learning environment is a place where you are always welcome. Te Ao Māori and Tikanga practices are woven within our bicultural curriculum. In-depth communication with our multicultural families informs and enriches our curriculum.

The specialised baby team will welcome and cherish your baby.  Our nurturing teachers will support you and your child to settle in with a peaceful and caring experience from around three months of age. At BestStart Kelvin Grove your infants' comfort is our priority. When you enrol your infant with us, we make sure they are snug as a bug in their very own, embroided quilt.

Our Be School Ready initiative ensures that babies through to preschool children are supported through play to learn skills and gain confidence to begin their school journey.

We offer a variety of part and full-time care to suit your family’s needs. Come and spend some time with us, meet our passionate and expert teachers and see how you and your child can benefit from becoming part of the BestStart family.