Childcare options in Upper Riccarton
Upper Riccarton has a few daycare, childcare and early childhood education options. Book a visit or enquire at any one of them with Kindello. We're here to help you find the perfect fit for you and your child.
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Upper Riccarton - Christchurch
Busy Bees Avonhead
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At Busy Bees Avonhead, our committed team are dedicated to providing the best possible care and education for your children. We foster an environment of support and respect, not only for each other but also for the tamariki and whānau, and we believe that it is this open communication and cooperation that contributes to having calm and contented children. With a shared desire for best practice, our team is passionate about creating a positive and enriching experience for every child under our care.
No booking is required.
Licensed for
65 children
Upper Riccarton - Christchurch
Cornerstone Christian Early Learning Centre Middleton
Cornerstone Christian Early Centres provide quality education in an environment where Biblical truths are taught and lived.
We provide a warm, caring environment with structured morning and afternoon sessions.
Cornerstone Christian Early Learning Centre (CCELC) is owned by the Christian Schools’ Trust. The Centres are led by a Board of Management, which consists of representatives from the Christian Schools’ Trust, Middleton Grange School and the Head Teachers from each Centre.
Centre Philosophy
The Christian Schools’ Trust (CST) owns and operates a network of Cornerstone Christian Early Learning Centres. The CST mission is that the Centres assist families in the education of their children by providing an environment in which the Biblical Truths of Jesus Christ are taught and lived. A Statement of Belief for the Centres is appended.
THE LEARNER
We believe children are created in God’s image each uniquely designed with skills, gifts and talents with which to love and serve God. Children will gain an understanding of God’s world and their place in it and be given opportunities to develop their skills, gifts and talents, becoming competent and confident learners for God’s glory. Children will develop Christ-like character.
PARENTS, WHĀNAU AND COMMUNITY
The Centres acknowledge parents as primary educators of their children and will foster a strong relationship between home and Centre.
It is acknowledged that Māori are the tangata whenua in New Zealand so the Centres are committed to bi-cultural partnership. In addition, the multi-cultural nature of New Zealand requires a genuine partnership with parents, whānau and community to reflect the knowledge, beliefs, cultural heritage, values, and life experiences that are particular to the many cultures represented and consistent with Biblical truth. (e.g. whanaungatanga, aroha and manaakitanga)
Licensed for
50 children
Upper Riccarton - Christchurch
Sancta Maria Montessori Preschool
We are a new purpose-built preschool in Upper Riccarton, Christchurch. We provide authentic Montessori education with Christian values catering for 2.5-5 year old children.
Special features:
- Well-resourced authentic Montessori equipment
- Purpose-built centre incorporating natural light and wooden linings
- Calm, nurturing environment with a lovely garden outdoor setting
- Child-sized atrium
- Incorporating Catholic faith and traditions
- Close to library and parks for centre excursions
- Passionate, experienced and qualified teachers
- Building community and sharing our values
Licensed for
38 children
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Education and Care
Teacher-led and at least half of the educators will be qualified early childhood education teachers.
Kindergarten
Community-focused childcare, where the teachers seek to involve families and whānau.
Playcentre
Parent-focused and family-orientated approach to childcare. Play-led learning.
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Upper Riccarton - Christchurch
St Peter's Anglican Preschool
The newest Pre-School in Church-corner.
You can rest assured that your children are in safe hands at our preschool. Our staff are highly qualified and desire to make your children and families feel welcome, included and create happy memories.
Because they are important to us, we maintain a higher staff to child ratio than we are required to. We teach foundational learning skills which will set your child up for success while they stay at St Peter's Anglican Preschool and into the future.
Our Programme is mindful of your child's unique journey
Our learning programme is based on Biblical teachings and the principles of Te Whāriki ( New Zealand ECE Curriculum). Our aspirations guide us in the development of children's cognitive, physical, intellectual, language, emotional and social needs.
2-year-old KORU Programme
This is a settling in stage for your toddler who will learn through their curiosity and active exploration and play, thereby making learning meaningful. Your child will learn alongside other children.
3-year-old KOWHAI Programme
It is the preparing stage or our children who learn through sustainable interests and their language.
Their social needs are supported and extended accordingly as they learn alongside others.
4-year-old KAHIKETEA Programme
This is the transition stage as your child is now growing up to be a competent and confident learner in communicating.
Discovering, exploring, negotiating, becoming more capable of reading and writing.
Up to 6-years old KAURI Programme
A special teaching programme with more literacy, numeracy, and reading skills developed (at a new entrants level) to get children off to a good start for school.
Licensed for
44 children
Upper Riccarton - Christchurch
Riccarton Park Montessori Preschool
Riccarton Park Montessori was opened 20 years ago and is a privately run centre. We are presently licensed for 27 children between the ages of 2 and 6. We are located near the Riccarton Racecourse and the building underwent some major renovations over the last four years, to provide larger open plan space.
Our programme comprises a blend of both the Montessori Method of Education and the Early Childhood curriculum Te Whariki. The Montessori Teaching method is adopted and is modified to the needs of the young kiwi child.
We have a low child-to-teacher ratio and our teachers are all registered. Our teachers are experienced and are 100% qualified in early childhood education. The centre manager is fully qualified in Montessori education and two of our teachers are in training.
We aim to promote an environment that is whanau focused and parents are encouraged to contribute to the programme. We have an open door policy and parents are welcome to drop in any time. There is ongoing consultation with parents about what is best for their child and we support children’s independence. We celebrate diversity and all cultures are valued and respected. We are here to help parents in nurturing, caring and educating their children.
Licensed for
27 children