An early learning centre at 50a Ludstone Road in Kaikōura, part of Barnardos. The centre is in a purpose-built building beneath the Clarence ranges, with mountain views and an outdoor area that includes monkey bars, a sandpit, water play and a vegetable and herb garden.
The centre follows Te Whāriki, the national early childhood curriculum, and its play is built around exploring the outdoors and everyday activities that connect children to Kaikōura's land and sea. The website says the centre has been providing early learning for more than 55 years.
Families can follow their child's learning through Storypark, an online learning journal, and a Tāku Pukapuka portfolio, which is a scrapbook of photos, artwork and milestones made with each child. The website also describes an offer of 30 hours free for three months for children aged 0 to 2, with terms and conditions.