4woods Early Learning Centre is a privately owned early learning centre, licensed for 45 children from birth to five years. It was set up in 2009 by two co-managers, who share the running of the centre so that one is always with the teachers and children while the other handles administration. The centre has separate areas for children aged two to five.
It is open Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 5pm, and it is closed on weekends and public holidays. The centre offers 20 hours of Early Childhood Education with no hidden costs, and it provides all meals and snacks, with a menu planned for healthy food. Families can use reusable nappies. Enrolments are closed for 2026, and the centre keeps a waitlist. WINZ forms are available at the office.
Families can call in to meet the team without an appointment. The centre follows Te Whāriki, with bicultural practice, caring for animals, plants and gardens, and regular community outings. The website says over 80% of the staff are fully qualified.