BestStart Barrington at 46 Bewdley Street in Spreydon is a childcare centre built around kindness. It is award-winning. The website says its mana-enhancing curriculum builds confidence, belonging and emotional wellbeing, and that kaiako and whānau work together on children's social and emotional skills. Positive guidance and everyday affirmations help children understand their feelings. The educators come from a range of cultures, languages and traditions. Visits can be booked through the website, with visit times offered from 9am to 3pm.
Parents describe a warm welcome at drop-off and pick-up, and say the staff are friendly. They praise the outdoor area for young children. One parent says their son has thrived, and that his communication has improved since starting. Another says their child is happy to go even on days off. Within a kilometre there are three other childcare centres, including Te Whare Rama on Lyttelton Street and Deb's Place. Of the two nearby with 10 or more reviews, neither rates higher than this one. Our pick in Spreydon for a warm, kind early learning centre.