Minnows Kindergarten,

3 Margaret Place, Ōmokoroa 3114

"Minnows is a calm and orderly environment, no ordinary feat in childcare! The children learn to respect both each other and the rules of the centre: no running inside; quiet when babies are sleeping for instance. I had the opportunity to help out there several times and was so impressed by the magnificent staff - they always have time for the children, and provide interesting and different activities each day. Both my grandsons have been cared for by Minnows and are always keen to be dropped off “at their second home”. I can’t recommend it highly enough."

"My 2 babies absolutely love minnows/staff and so do I!!! They helped me and supported me settling my babies in within days my babies were comfortable happy and no longer needed me to stay beside them. The staff are so kind caring experienced and always so welcoming. I especially love the family feel! The teacher ratio. I couldn't be more happier to have my children here. Looking forward to there growth"

"Our two girls love to go to Minnows preschool every day and they still have a smile on their face when we pick them up. The experienced teachers are very creative, always patient and have a lot of attention for every child. As our daughters are a bit shy, it helps that the environment is like home and the group of children is small. They can do what they like, but are also tempted to try other things to play with or things to do. When I pick them up, most of the time they are sitting on the ground listing to the teacher reading a book for the whole group. I’ll have to wait, cause they want to hear the whole story like the rest of the children…"

"From the moment you walk through the door, you will be struck by the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff is incredibly friendly and always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that both parents and children feel comfortable and at home. The facilities at Minnows are exceptional. The rooms are bright and colorful, with plenty of age-appropriate toys and learning materials to keep little ones engaged and excited about learning. The outdoor play area is also fantastic, with lots of opportunities for children to run, jump, climb, and explore. But what really sets Minnows apart is the quality of the teaching staff. The teachers are experienced, knowledgeable, and incredibly caring. They are skilled at creating a learning environment that is both fun and stimulating, and they work hard to ensure that each child feels seen, heard, and valued. Children learn through play, exploration, and hands-on activities, which helps to build their confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Overall, I cannot recommend Minnows highly enough. This is a truly special place where children are loved, nurtured, and challenged to be the best they can be. If you want to give your child a head start in life, this is the place to do it!"

"We recently joined the Minnows Kindergarten family, and we are very impressed. The kids are starting to settle in well and we always feel much love and support from the team. Teachers are all amazing,as is environment. The indoor outdoor flow and the environment to learn is great and Cant wait to see how my son learn and grow here looking into the future. Would definitely recommend."