Russell St Early Childhood Centre

Welcome to Russell St Early Childhood Centre, an establishment that is more than just a school, it is a point of interest for families and children alike. Located in Dunedin, New Zealand, our centre provides a warm and inviting atmosphere where children and their families quickly feel at home.

Conveniently situated just up the hill from central Dunedin, our centre is housed in an extensive villa that offers a home-like environment. With a large sheltered outdoor play area adorned with beautiful mature trees, children have ample space to explore and play.

At Russell St Early Childhood Centre, we prioritize the well-being and development of each child. With fully qualified and registered teachers, we maintain high teacher to child ratios to ensure a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. With a capacity for up to 40 children aged two to five years, our dedicated team takes pride in fostering warm, respectful, and genuine relationships. We strive to make children feel valued, happy, relaxed, and encourage them to be themselves.

Our curriculum is rich and varied, designed to support parental aspirations and promote positive learning outcomes for each individual child. Our teachers facilitate a love of learning by stimulating children's imaginations, encouraging exploration, wonder, inquiry, discovery, problem-solving, and most importantly, having fun.

Embracing our unique New Zealand context, bicultural heritage, and Kiwi lifestyle, we foster innovative thinking, active movement, and a love for our land, native plants, and animals. Our forest program offers children the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in nature, nurturing their mind, body, and spirit.

Sustainable education is also a core value at Russell St Early Childhood Centre. Our children are actively involved in each stage of the composting and growing cycles, taking a hands-on approach to understanding the importance of sustainability.

Furthermore, we place great emphasis on fostering children's social competency and resilience. Our Kereru group offers a specialized program for our 4-year-old children, promoting essential learning and life skills, ensuring a seamless transition to primary school.

At Russell St Early Childhood Centre, we are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and grow. Join us on this exciting journey of learning and discovery. Contact us today to learn more about our programs and enrolment options.