We love Kia Ora Kids! Our son gets the opportunity to learn his culture and language and we love that! We always feel supported by all staff, from management to teachers, and even the chef. They make you feel like part of the whanau. If you are looking for child care for your tamariki, this is the place to go. 110% recommend!!!!

**Absolutely love Kia Ora Kids!** As a parent, finding a childcare centre that not only feels safe but also aligns with your values is incredibly important—and Kia Ora Kids has been that and more for our whānau. From day one, the staff made us feel welcome, supported, and part of a wider community. The educators are warm, attentive, and genuinely care about each child. Our tamaiti has grown so much in confidence, language, and social skills since starting here. What sets this centre apart is the beautiful integration of Te Reo Māori and tikanga into the daily routine. It’s heartwarming when I’ve been present for their waiata and mihimihi time on the whāriki — and very clear that cultural identity and respect are at the heart of everything they do. The facilities are clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed. The outdoor play areas are fantastic, and I really appreciate the nutritious meals provided. Knowing that everything from kai to nappies is included takes a big load off our shoulders too. If you’re looking for a centre that feels like a second home, fosters cultural pride, and nurtures your child’s development, I couldn’t recommend Kia Ora Kids enough. Ngā mihi nui to the entire team!

We are so happy with Kiaora kids. Our almost 4 year old has been attending two days a week for about 2 months. She has come home singing Maori songs and has a greater understanding for her culture. We don't speak Maori apart from the very basics so it warms our hearts that she has this opportunity. The team are fab and it has a real family vibe. The bus pick up and drop off in pimpama is also a bonus for our family. I wouldn't hesitate to enroll here!

As a nan, When my moko cries when he leaves that daycare centre, just tells me he loves and enjoys his time there, it makes me happy to know he likes it, it keeps my mind at ease and makes me happy that he is happy which tells us they are good people, and we have had the pleasure in meeting the owners and they are beautiful people, the bus run service is convinient too something else our moko loves, if you were a skeptical nan like me than I can guarantee you now all those worries will fade away once you go in for a look and you meet these beautiful people. our moko loves it there and so do we, Thank you Kia Ora kids for looking after our baby Mercius. Nga mihi Cherie

Our baby is 18 months old and is full time at Kia Ora Kids and absolutely loves it. Never has he been so excited to go to childcare. The staff are all so loving and it’s another family for our baby. In his short time there he is already speaking Māori words at home which warms our heart.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kia Ora Kids! From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt like we were at home. The staff are not only incredibly professional but also warm, caring, and truly invested in each child’s well-being and growth. Our daughter absolutely loves it here, and it’s easy to see why. The kaiako create such a nurturing and engaging environment where kids feel safe, supported, and encouraged to learn our culture. If you’re looking for a kōhanga that feels like home, this is it! Highly recommend!

We are so pleased to be sending our son to this beautiful kōhanga and can’t wait to be able to send our youngest too when he’s of age. All the educators and staff are kind and loving and the centre is beautifully presented. We are so so happy that we now have the opportunity for our tamariki to learn and connect to their culture here in Australia.

My daughter loves going to kohanga! All of the staff are the loveliest people, kind, caring and we without a doubt felt safe leaving our girl in their care. The centre is beautiful and always well kept. Immersing our daughter in her culture, language and identity has always been important and having a kohanga has really allowed us to further teach her what she would be learning if we were back home. Such a privilege to have access to this here. 100% recommend and sing their praises!!