BestStart Montessori Johnsonville is a small, family-based Montessori preschool at 23A Elliott Street in Johnsonville, Wellington. The website says it is in a converted house on a back section, up a long driveway, and that it can be hard to find. The centre has two classrooms, with 18 children in each, and large rooms. The website says it was established in 1995, and describes itself as award-winning. Teachers work with each family to learn about the child's aspirations and cultural background, and build individual learning plans. Visits are booked through the website, where you choose a preferred time.
Customers say their daughter is thriving, and praise the teaching, pastoral care and communication of the kaiako. Another says their son enjoyed every day, with engaging activities, structured learning and lots of joy. A third says the teachers and staff are fantastic, with the children's best interests at heart. Reviewers mention the staff. Kindercare Learning Centres Johnsonville, 0.6 km away, is rated 4.8 from 33 reviews. Our pick in Johnsonville for a Montessori preschool with small classes.