# The Harbour Haven [View online](https://theparentcircle.com/listings/the-harbour-haven) - Type: Education & Care Service - Location: Gulf Harbour, Auckland - Address: 130 Pinecrest Drive - Rating: 5.0 / 5 from 5 reviews - 20 Hours ECE: Eligible - Pricing: Available on request - Availability: Open spots reported ## Overview The Harbour Haven is a education & care service located in Gulf Harbour, Auckland. Privately owned governed. 20 Hours ECE eligible. ## Key facts - Age range: 0-5 years - Teacher ratio: 1:5 - Licensed capacity: 90 children - Under 2s capacity: 20 children - Ownership type: Privately owned ## Philosophy Play-based learning with a focus on belonging, curiosity, and confidence. ## Reviews ### null review (5/5) We chose The Harbour Haven simply because it’s close to our home and didn’t even compare it with other centres. But ever since our daughter started here, we feel so incredibly lucky every single day. I often find myself thinking how blessed we are to have found such a wonderful place — the children here are truly so happy. Every morning when we walk in, a variety of activities are already beautifully set up — arts and crafts, reading corners, outdoor play and more. The classrooms are spacious, and the outdoor area is amazingly large, giving children plenty of room to explore and play freely. The meals are another highlight — freshly prepared on site by a dedicated chef. They are thoughtfully planned, delicious, and beautifully presented. It gives us so much peace of mind knowing the children are eating such high-quality food. What really stands out is the care. The teachers are attentive and genuinely responsive to each child’s needs. There are always enough teachers around, making sure every child feels seen, supported, and cared for. When our daughter first started, she didn’t speak any English. The teachers were incredibly patient and supportive. Not only did they gently help her build confidence in English, they also encouraged her to keep speaking her home language. That meant so much to us as a family. Now she is thriving in both languages, and we truly appreciate the respect and encouragement they’ve shown toward her cultural background. Being located by the sea makes it even more special. The children sometimes go on picnics and even visit the wharf to feed stingrays under careful supervision — such unique and memorable experiences! Rain or shine, the children play wholeheartedly. Even on rainy days, they happily put on their raincoats and continue enjoying the outdoors. When I pick my daughter up, she often doesn’t want to leave — which says everything. We are beyond grateful to be part of this beautiful community. ### null review (5/5) Harbour Haven has been an absolute blessing for our family! The staff is warm, attentive, and truly dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. Our son loves going to daycare, and we've seen so much positive development in his social skills and confidence. One of the things we appreciate the most is that Harbour Haven provides healthy and delicious meals for the kids. This has been a huge relief for us as busy parents, taking the stress out of the morning rush and ensuring our child gets nutritious meals throughout the day. The facility is clean, well-organized, and full of engaging activities that keep the kids happy and learning. The communication with parents is also excellent, giving us peace of mind every day. We’re so grateful to have found Harbour Haven and highly recommend it to any family looking for a supportive and enriching daycare. ### null review (5/5) The Harbour Haven is an amazing childcare facility by the water. My twin boys love going there and being able to crawl in and out of the baby room to play outside. They cook them yummy nutritious meals so I don't need to pack their lunches every morning, and the teachers are so lovely and nurturing. As a parent, I feel very confident leaving my babies with them, knowing they're going to be well looked after.