A family-focused childcare group in Whanganui with two centres, one on Liverpool Street and one on Hatrick Street. It has been part of the city's early childhood scene for more than 25 years, and it looks after infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The team is known for its loyalty, and many staff have been there for years. The group treats children and whānau as part of an extended family. Parents write that the teachers are warm and caring, that the children are celebrated for their individuality, and that the centre has helped children gain confidence and friendships.
Children aged three and over can use 20 free hours of early childhood education. The website says a child can claim up to six hours a day, and up to 20 hours a week, fully subsidised. Hours can be split between providers, within the daily and weekly limits. Donations are voluntary, and optional charges apply to extra items or services.
Families enrol by completing a form that sets out which hours are funded. Visits can be booked through the website.
The Liverpool Street centre is at 17 Liverpool Street, Whanganui. Our pick in Whanganui for a family who wants a long-established centre with staff who stay.