Kakapo Creek Children's Garden

Education & Care4.8 (46)Updated 12 days ago
Open today · 7:30am5:30pm · Mairangi Bay, Auckland

About this centre

Kakapo Creek Children's Garden is a licensed education & care centre in Mairangi Bay, Auckland.

20 Hours ECE is available for eligible tamariki.

Compiled from the Ministry of Education ECE Directory.

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Key facts

HoursMon–Fri, 7:30am – 5:30pm
20 Hours ECEAvailable for eligible tamariki

Licence & ERO

Service type
Education & Care
MOE number
48055
Sourced from the Ministry of Education ECE Directory, last synced 17 Jul 2026. See the official record on Education Counts.

Reviews & ratings

4.846 Google reviews

Overall rating aggregated from Google. Verified Parent.nz reviews from families who enquired appear below.

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Rachel Lee
★★★★★via Google ↗September 2025

Our children have been attending Kakapo Creek Children’s Garden since 2023 and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. The centre offers a nurturing, attachment-rich learning environment. One of their standout features is the exceptional team of teachers, many of whom have been there for years. Their consistency, genuine care and passion for what they do makes Kakapo a very special second home for our kids. The outdoor play spaces are beautiful and inviting and we love attending their holiday events as a family. I highly recommend Kakapo Creek to any family looking for a top tier early childhood education experience.

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Christina Bengzon
★★★★★via Google ↗September 2025

Really happy that my daughter is growing and learning at Kakapo Creek! Beautiful and welcoming environment. The managers and teachers all have a wealth of experience that gives me peace of mind. At Kakapo, I know she is in safe hands.

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Ja Yeon Noh
★★★★★via Google ↗March 2025

I am simply grateful for the fortune of having my son attend this institution. My son suffered at his previous kindergarten due to a violent peer, yet he did not receive sufficient support or intervention from the teachers, leaving him emotionally wounded. It must have already been challenging for him to come to a foreign country where he couldn’t speak the language, but this experience made him fearful of forming friendships and unable to trust adults. We had to be extremely careful in choosing his second kindergarten. From the beginning, we could sense Kakapo Creek’s genuine care for children and their commitment to supporting them through its system. The teacher-to-child ratio was exceptionally high, ensuring that children were always within the teachers’ sight. The environment was not only safe but also thoughtfully designed to align with Kakapo Creek’s philosophy. We also appreciated that all teachers were fully qualified, with many holding primary school teaching certifications, and that they worked full-time. Additionally, the home visit from the teachers during the enrollment process helped my child feel reassured and allowed us to build a meaningful connection with them. The daily meals, carefully planned with health, cultural diversity, and sustainability in mind, were another aspect we valued. The warmth and kindness in the expressions, words, and attitudes of all staff members were truly evident. Since joining Kakapo Creek, my child has regained his confidence and happiness. He initially had no knowledge of English, but with special support, he achieved remarkable language development within five months. As a result, his social skills improved significantly, and his circle of friends expanded. The diverse preschool programs, which stimulate children’s interests without being coercive, have fostered his intellectual growth and motivation to learn. He absolutely loves the farm school program, which connects children with nature and greatly enhances their ability to engage in self-directed play. Additionally, he enjoys every other program offered here, from cooking and art to crafts and dance. I am delighted that my child now loves his friends and trusts his teachers. Within a stable and nurturing environment, he has undergone significant development and transformation in a short period. I also feel fortunate that he has learned to respect diversity within a multicultural setting. The teachers come from various backgrounds and fully respect the diverse backgrounds of the children, allowing my son to explore the wider world without feeling intimidated. My husband and I talked about how much effort this institution puts into our child’s well-being. I would like to express my special gratitude to Kaye and Joy, who have always been there with warm and caring eyes. The fact that a child’s experience at an institution shapes who they become feels like a great responsibility. I deeply respect how you understand this better than anyone and work tirelessly to turn your vision into reality.