Kia ora koutou! Tuatara Kids is a homely learning space in Miramar for whānau from all walks of life. Our localised curriculum and programme are led by our tamariki’s interests, and designed in collaboration with parents' aspirations to support the tamariki to reach their full potential, through strong Tuakana-Teina relationships. We pride ourselves to be one of the best childcare centre in Wellington’s south-east peninsula. Nau mai, haere mai!

Our Value

Partnerships – ‘Ehara Taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari, he toa takitini’ (It takes a village to raise a child).

Respect – Te Mana. Mana is the ultimate lifeforce within us, and the space we live in. Respect for each other, our environment, and all things living.

Exploration – Mana āoturoa. we value and encourage tamariki’s natural curiosity for learning and view this as an important means to gain confidence, develop strategies, and to build resilience.

Tuakana-Teina

Tuakana-Teina relationship is a model of buddy system that is recognised in traditional Maori society. We foster this method of learning in our environment where we embraces the value of ako.

Respectful and genuine relationships promote a secure and positive sense of belonging, which we believe encourages the best learning outcome for our tamariki.

About Us

Tuatara Kids cares for tamariki aged up to 6 years old.

We are licensed for 28 tamariki including 6 under two years olds.