BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road

Welcome to BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road, a vibrant and flexible institution located in Dunedin, New Zealand. Our establishment is dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment that caters to the changing needs, interests, and abilities of all learners.

At BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road, our teachers are committed to building respectful and loving relationships with each child. We celebrate and embrace the richness and diversity of all cultures, and we have a strong commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi and bicultural development. We recognize the importance of each child's mana and strive to create safe and stimulating environments that acknowledge the unique knowledge and experiences that each child and their whānau bring.

We believe in the integration of learning and play, as we understand that children learn best through hands-on experiences. By providing opportunities for children to explore the world around them, we foster active and engaged learners.

Our priorities for children's learning are implemented through high-quality teaching strategies that are tailored to each individual. Our teachers focus on supporting children to become socially confident, investigative learners who are resilient and enriched in languages, numbers, and information technology.

Our center curriculum is developed collaboratively with the children, for the children. It is based on their budding interests and provides opportunities for them to explore their ideas, work together, develop relationships, and be excited about learning. We actively involve parents and whānau in shaping our curriculum to ensure that it reflects their aspirations for their children.

We provide age-specific programs in three separate rooms: Nursery for 0 to 2-year-olds, Preschool for 2 to 3.5-year-olds, and the Prep-Room for 3.5 to 5-year-olds. All rooms offer flexible session options, including morning, afternoon, 6-hour, or full-day sessions. Our purpose-built center is well-resourced and designed to promote confident, independent, respectful, and creative thinking.

In our Nursery, we prioritize individualized care and learning. Our relationships with the children are authentic and responsive, ensuring their needs and wants are heard and met. We promote respect, independence, love, security, and a sense of belonging.

Our Preschool provides a fun and meaningful learning environment driven by the children's interests. We place an emphasis on promoting respect, communication, and independence. Children develop skills to build and maintain relationships in our rich language environment, using verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.

In the Prep-Room, we have an integrated transition to school program that supports children and parents in their next learning journey. Our environment sparks curiosity, encourages collaboration, and strengthens communication. We focus on developing respectful, confident, competent, and responsible children who have a real love for learning.

At BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road, children bring their own lunch boxes, helping them develop self-care skills for school. We provide nutritious morning and afternoon teas daily.

We invite you to visit us at any time to experience the special place that is BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road.

Testimonials from parents:

"My child has just turned school age, and I am grateful for how the facility has prepared him for school. I have had an excellent experience with this center over the years and frequently recommend it to friends."

"We would like to say a big thank you to all the staff at BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road. Our child is learning and growing. She has so much fun with her friends and teachers, and we appreciate the emphasis on learning through play."

"We take our youngest there and have had a fantastic experience. Our daughter loves it, and we appreciate the friendly environment."

At BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road, we believe in the power of sensory play and small world play to provide children with a wide range of learning experiences. Water play, for example, teaches children about science, exploration, and socialization while having fun. Small world play encourages imaginative play with "small" toys, allowing children to use their imaginations.

Join us at BestStart Kaikorai Valley Road and witness the nurturing of seeds that blossom into confident and enthusiastic learners.