# Seedlings Preschool
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- Type: Education & Care Service
- Location: Welcome Bay, Bay of Plenty
- Address: 58 Panorama Drive, RD 5
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 from 4 reviews
- 20 Hours ECE: Eligible
- Pricing: Available on request
- Availability: Open spots reported
## Overview
Seedlings Preschool is a education & care service located in Welcome Bay, Bay of Plenty. Privately owned governed. 20 Hours ECE eligible.
## Key facts
- Age range: 0-5 years
- Teacher ratio: 1:5
- Licensed capacity: 35 children
- Under 2s capacity: 6 children
- Ownership type: Privately owned
## Philosophy
Play-based learning with a focus on belonging, curiosity, and confidence.
## Reviews
### null review (5/5)

A Wonderful Experience - Highly Recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We cannot speak highly enough of Seedlings Preschool. My son joined in March with no English language skills, and the first two months were quite challenging for him due to the language barrier. However, the teachers provided enough support and patience throughout this transition period. They worked closely with us to help him adjust, and their dedication truly made all the difference.

By the end of those initial months, my son had not only overcome the language challenges but had fallen completely in love with the preschool. Now, every time I pick him up, he doesn't want to leave - which is the best testament to how happy he is there!

What impressed me most was the teachers' exceptional attention to each child. They observe every child carefully and communicate proactively with parents about their development, changes, and any support needed. Honestly, their observations were sometimes even more detailed and insightful than my own as a parent - they truly know and care about each child as an individual.

As other parents have mentioned, the outdoor space is absolutely amazing - expansive, beautiful, and thoughtfully designed. My son loves it, and frankly, so do I as a parent. It's wonderful to see children having so much space to explore, play, and learn.

100% recommend to any family looking for a nurturing, professional, and truly child-centered environment!

### null review (5/5)

Our 2 year-old absolutely loves her time at Seedlings! Huge outdoor space which is perfect for her adventurous nature! All the teachers have been absolutely incredible, so kind and caring. Excellent communication and recieve regular updates! 5+++++

### null review (5/5)

Earthkids is a fantastic facility. They have amazing outdoor spaces offering lots of variety allowing development of different skills through experimental play.  My son loves the carpentry shed especially using the hammer and nails (kids size) and he enjoys feeding the pigs and goats.  The sandpit is huge and there is loads of space to run around.  Everyday there are diffeent stimulating activities setbup for the kids to enjoy (indoors and out)

The teachers are all great and I feel like they all know my son really well. Their attitude towards the environment and the things they implement are awesome and is a great role model for our kids.

Thanks Earthkids for making my sons early childhood education exciting and fun.