Leave for work knowing your child is safe, settled, and known by name.
A small centre, not a big chain. Your child sees the same kaiako each day, in a small group where they are warmly looked after and feel at home. Ask us about 20 Hours free care and other ways we can help make childcare more affordable.
No pressure to enrol. Pop in any weekday and meet the kaiako.
Our Centre
Located in the heart of Auckland City and open from 7.30am until 6.30pm, our childcare centre has two dedicated learning spaces: the Huhu Room, supporting infants through to 3-year-olds, and the Pūriri Room, designed for 3 to 5-year-olds preparing for school.
Each space follows a balanced daily rhythm of free play, group mat times, meals, and quiet reflection, with activities woven in to support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Find out more in our Parent Info Pack
Our values are at the heart of everything we do and shape the environment we create for our tamariki and whānau.
We believe in nurturing a space where children feel safe to express themselves, explore their ideas, and build meaningful connections.
Why choose us?
Music & Arts Enriched Curriculum
Experienced & Passionate Team
Strong Community Connections
Child-Led
Learning
Enrolment Process
We want every whānau to feel welcomed and supported. Our enrolment process is simple, warm, and designed around your tamariki’s needs.
1. Come and Visit
Parents can book a time to visit our centre, meet our kaiako, and walk through the learning spaces. This is a chance to ask questions and see if our childcare in Auckland City feels right for your family, feel free to contact us.
2. Enrolment Form
If you’d like to join, the next step is filling out our enrolment form. Our team will be there to guide you through the details.
3. Transition Period
Together, we set a start date for a gentle transition. Whānau are welcome to visit as many times as needed, staying alongside their child until they feel confident and settled.
4. Independent Days
When your tamariki is ready, they will begin staying by themselves, supported by our caring team.
We know choosing a daycare near you is an important decision. Our approach ensures that every child and their whānau feel a strong sense of belonging from the very beginning.
KEY INFORMATION
Year started: 2018
Address: 1/145 Nelson Street. Auckland 1010
Phone: (09) 216-4521
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6:30pm
License Capacity: 64 children, including 12 infants
Teaching ratio:
1 teacher to every 8 pre-schoolers,
1 teacher to every 4 infants
Registered teacher ratio: 80%+
Waiting List: Limited spaces available on some days
Centre Manager: Seon Aitken
Email info@sugartreekids.co.nz
