# BestStart Pipiwai Kindy
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- Type: Education & Care Service
- Location: Kamo, Northland
- Address: 2 Pipiwai Road
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews
- 20 Hours ECE: Eligible
- Pricing: Available on request
- Availability: Waitlist likely
## Overview
BestStart Pipiwai Kindy is a education & care service located in Kamo, Northland. Community based governed. 20 Hours ECE eligible.
## Key facts
- Age range: 2-5 years
- Teacher ratio: 1:5
- Licensed capacity: 40 children
- Ownership type: Community based
## Philosophy
Play-based learning with a focus on belonging, curiosity, and confidence.
## Reviews
### null review (5/5)

Beststart Pipiwai Kindy has been absolutely amazing for my wee boy. It has been so lovely to watch him form such special connections, and we just adore the teachers. No problem is ever too big or too small—they are always willing to lend a hand and support whenever needed.

We really value the regular updates and the way they let us know what has happened that day. The kids genuinely love being there. Every morning the activities set up are just incredible, thoughtfully designed to engage different children and encourage exploration. I especially love how they talk about emotions and feelings, and how to manage them in such a positive way.

The grounds are like a little oasis—there’s a huge sandpit, animals, veggie gardens, a playground, and plenty of outdoor space that’s sheltered from the wind. It’s such a beautiful environment for kids to learn and play.

We have absolutely loved our time at Beststart Pipiwai! Adrienne and Leah do an amazing job, they run the centre so beautifully. We love seeing Amanda, Gemma and Rosie each day with their fun nature and lovely smiles. Rebecca does a fantastic job as the office lady, she is super on to it and nothing is ever too much trouble.
Everybody(the kids included) are very welcoming and love to have a laugh!

I would wholeheartedly recommend Beststart Pipiwai kindy  to anyone—it’s such a special place.

### null review (5/5)

Pipiwai Kindy has been an amazing place for our son to thrive. Since his first day he has been welcomed with love and support from all the kaiako. He has blossomed and learned so much in such a short time and that is credit to all the amazing staff at Pipiwai who take an active role in accommodating his learning needs. Everyday when he comes home he chats about the fun he had and he looks forward to the next time.
Pipiwai Kindy has an amazing outdoor area where the kids have freedom to play in a safe and secure place. The indoor area offers many engaging areas with appealing playful/learning activities. The enrollment process was made very simple with great help of Rebecca 😉
All policies are reviewed and opportunities for questions, ideas or feedback are always welcomed through the Storypark forum.
Finally,as a parent from overseas with only limited family support available in NZ, I treasure the kindness and aroha our son receives every day. 5 stars for Pipwai Kindy. Thank you for helping our boy to flourish

### null review (5/5)

Pipiwai kindy has an amazing team. They are so great helping my children grow into who they are today. They all care for them as they are there own.