# BestStart Waiata Shores
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- Type: Education & Care Service
- Location: Takanini, Auckland
- Address: 26 Gosper Road
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 from 5 reviews
- 20 Hours ECE: Eligible
- Pricing: Available on request
- Availability: Open spots reported
## Overview
BestStart Waiata Shores is a education & care service located in Takanini, Auckland. Community based governed. 20 Hours ECE eligible.
## Key facts
- Age range: 0-5 years
- Teacher ratio: 1:5
- Licensed capacity: 120 children
- Under 2s capacity: 25 children
- Ownership type: Community based
## Philosophy
Play-based learning with a focus on belonging, curiosity, and confidence.
## Reviews
### null review (5/5)

I would like to acknowledge the new admin Julie. Thankyou for always greeting myself and my child each morning with a smile, not to mention nothing I ask of is never a problem. Great centre highly recommend

### null review (5/5)

I'm super impressed with this early childhood education center! The teachers are caring, supportive, and go above and beyond to create a nurturing environment. My child settled in quickly and loved attending every day.
The center's commitment to community involvement and celebrating diverse cultures is truly commendable.

The facilities are spacious, well-resourced, and designed to promote endless play and learning opportunities.

As someone who had the privilege of working with the team, I can attest to their amazing management and collaborative approach. Highly recommend!

### null review (5/5)

The staff are warm, nurturing, and truly go above and beyond to make each child feel safe and loved. Our grandchild is always excited to go, and we’ve seen so much growth and confidence in them. A wonderful place we highly recommend!
The Centre Manager is wonderful—always welcoming and supportive. The staff are kind, caring, and truly dedicated. Our grandchild loves being here, and we feel so lucky to have such a great team looking after her. Her Teachers Shika, Megan,Jasmine , Mary, Jacinta, Janeen, Raaji goes above and beyond caring for her