What Families
Say About Us

“Due to changes in our living circumstances, my daughter Dakota and I found our way back to Lilchamps in Mangere, and it truly feels like coming home. From the moment we returned, we were welcomed with warmth, kindness and genuine care. The teachers are incredibly nurturing, patient and dedicated, creating a safe and inclusive environment where every child feels valued. What I appreciate most is how professional the team is while always listening to and valuing parents' input. Knowing Dakota is surrounded by such caring educators gives me complete peace of mind.”

“We sent our second child to Lilchamps Mission Heights and we were surprised how much our child has progressed with her skills in writing, reading and maths. She just started primary this week and I can't believe how well prepared she has been for the big school. Grateful to her amazing teachers for constantly looking after her.”

“We enrolled our daughter at just two years old and now, two years on, we could not be prouder of the little person she has become. The Montessori environment has nurtured her independence, curiosity and confidence in ways we did not expect at such a young age. The teachers are warm, attentive and clearly passionate about what they do — they know our daughter so well, her interests, her strengths and her growing edges, and we always feel genuinely informed and included in her learning journey. What stands out most is how happy she is every single morning she walks through the door.”

“We have had a really positive experience with Lilchamps. The teachers are very responsible, caring and patient with the children. My child was quite shy and could not speak English when first starting at the centre, so it was very difficult to settle into the new environment at the beginning. The teachers gave my child a lot of patience, support and encouragement. After three months, my child has adapted really well to the English-speaking environment and is now very happy to go to the centre every day.”

“My daughter attended this centre when she turned 3 years old in 2021. We're grateful for all the love and patience her teachers showed throughout the years until she graduated in 2023. Not only has she been imparted with good values, but we often also get academic commendations now that she has stepped into primary school.”

“We are incredibly grateful for the wonderful care and support our child has received. The educators are kind, patient, and genuinely invested in each child's learning and wellbeing. They create a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment where children feel happy, confident, and encouraged to explore and grow.”

“Awesome kindy, great team of people. My kids love it there — they can't wait to leave each morning to go to kindy.”

“My son has grown and learned so much within the years of being at Lilchamps. With the new changes at the centre like their new park, my son always looks forward to going to school. So welcoming and family oriented. Daily updates and photos about our kids, which we love and appreciate.”

“My daughter has been going here for the last two, almost three years. Her confidence has grown a lot and so has her ability to communicate. She seems more excited and happy to attend school now.”

“We couldn't thank the teachers enough. Lilchamps created such a supportive environment for our daughter, and we watched her grow from a shy little girl into someone who gained her confidence little by little. Life is a long journey, and we're grateful Lilchamps was part of the start of hers. Thank you to the whole team.”

“As a parent, I was quite anxious about my youngest starting childcare at such a young age. From the first communications with Baljit and Centre Manager Keshni, we felt welcomed, supported and reassured. The staff in the under 2s room genuinely care about the children's wellbeing and development, and they played a big part in helping our child feel happy, confident and settled. The centre has separate indoor and outdoor areas for different age groups, and provides healthy halal food daily. I would highly recommend Lilchamps Mangere Bridge to any family looking for a nurturing and welcoming environment.”

“We highly recommend Lilchamps Mangere Bridge. Thank you to the team for the way you teach and care for my daughter — she absolutely loves going to school, and it makes me so happy seeing her excited to go each day. The staff are warm, supportive and communicate clearly. They are also very understanding and flexible, especially with pick-up times. You are all superstars and heroes to these kids.”

“From the first day I walked in to Lilchamps Mangere I felt the warm, loving and welcoming vibe, and I believe my daughter felt the same as she had a great and easy transition. The centre has incredibly caring, kind and well-educated staff. When we walk in, the teachers and children all greet my little one by name, and it is comforting to see how excited she is to see everyone. Every day she comes home having learnt something new.”

“My daughter joined this centre and it is a fantastic childcare centre with an amazing team of teachers and a great management team. The entire team has been very accommodating and supportive, and they create a warm and safe environment for the children. Our daughter is learning new things every day — it is incredible to see her come home and enact what she learnt. Highly recommend this place.”

“My son loves attending Lilchamps. We are very happy with the experience — the teachers and staff are very caring, kind and supportive, and they always make the children feel safe, comfortable and welcome. The atmosphere is clean, positive and well organised. He enjoys his food, and he enjoys learning and playing with friends. As a mum I feel safe knowing my son always talks about his day and is always happy when I pick him up.”

“We are so grateful for this centre and the amazing care they provide for our child. The teachers are kind, caring, and always create a safe and nurturing environment. Our child has grown so much in confidence, learning and social skills since attending. We appreciate the regular communication and the love and attention shown to every child. It gives us peace of mind knowing our child is happy, safe and well cared for each day.”

“An absolutely wonderful centre with caring staff and great communication. My child loves the engaging activities and outdoor play areas. Thank you for being like an extended family for us.”

“The teachers are amazing and always happy and smiling when seeing the children. Would recommend to everyone.”

“We have loved seeing the positive changes at Lilchamps Onehunga. The new management team, wonderful teachers, new resources and exciting outdoor equipment have created a warm and engaging environment for our babies, Kalel and Malak. The curriculum provides many opportunities for learning through play, helping our children grow in confidence, curiosity and independence each day. It is a welcoming centre where children are supported, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.”

“Staff have been amazing throughout the whole experience of Nevayah being here. They keep us updated with everything that's going on and the different activities they do day to day. Nevayah was scared when she started, but the relationship the staff have built with my daughter has given her the confidence to be excited and the willingness to learn while being here. Will definitely bring my son once he's ready to go too.”

“My grandkids have been coming here for nearly three years and they love it. The staff make it a very welcoming space and are super friendly and helpful. They go all out in providing rich and varied programmes for the kids, with a lot of emphasis on cultural and holiday activities. Each child is acknowledged on birthdays and graduations.”

“My daughter has been going here for the last three years, and my son has been attending for almost a year. I can honestly say they are the best. They also have a large outdoor area for the kids to play and explore. The teachers are very helpful, caring and well trained. My son loves going there every day and is always happy to see his teachers.”

“Great children's centre with wonderful teachers. My girls wake up eager to go to school, which truly gives me peace of mind as a parent. Lilchamps have a very tidy and clean space, and the teachers especially show a lot of passion, which is beautiful — knowing our kids aren't just a number. Definitely recommend.”

“An outstanding centre. The aunties are incredibly dedicated, kind, and passionate about early childhood education. Our child has thrived here, making great friends and learning so much through play. Highly recommend Lilchamps to all local families.”

“My two girls have been attending the kindy for some years now and have thrived. The staff are friendly, safety conscious and dedicated to the kids. They are approachable and helpful. My girls have progressed in their education and confidence.”

“I love the support and improvement with communication regarding my children, especially the transparency around accidents. I enjoy the lost property system that has been put in place. The new changes I have noticed show real care for my children. Keep up the great work.”

“Great place for young kids who love to play. The area is full of great play equipment and the food is good for the kids, catering to dietary requirements. Staff are caring and good at handling kids — overall a great place.”

“A really welcoming centre. Our daughter's development has been exceptional and as a family, we are proud to call Lilchamps our home away from home. Highly recommend.”

“We really love Lilchamps because the teachers are excellent at what they do and provide high-quality education. Our son especially loves the new outdoor setup, and we appreciate the warm and welcoming environment the centre creates.”

“The centre is terrific. My two year old has managed to form great relationships with her teachers, who have taught her to grow more confident, especially in the outdoor play area.”

“This centre provides halal meals and great activities for children. I enjoy being able to view the outdoor set-up from outside and seeing children actively engaged in play while building positive interactions with their teachers.”

“Lovely centre with caring teachers and a welcoming environment. My son loves it, is well looked after, and enjoys going every day. Highly recommend.”

“The teachers in this centre are caring and maintain excellent communication with parents. The premises are clean and well organised.”

“My namesake Deanna goes here, as well as Princess, and I have also had my nephew and niece go here. Lovely centre, lovely teachers — would recommend.”

“My great granddaughters attend this centre and they are absolutely loving it. Thank you for your amazing hospitality.”

“Awesome place for kids to learn and enjoy through their formative years. Carolyn and Deanne are awesome.”

“Very good environment. My kids love coming in and are having a lot of fun and learning lots.”

“Excellent teachers and a safe, welcoming environment. We are very happy with the care provided.”

“My son has grown a lot since coming to this centre, and he can speak more English now. Thank you.”

“I'm so happy with this centre. My daughter is very, very happy here.”

“Nice place for kids and the teachers are awesome.”

“Lilchamps staff are friendly and caring. Thank you.”

“Excellent and family oriented.”

“Everything went through my mind — 'would they look after her well?' The staff, Michelle and manager Maria, reduced our stress completely, provided regular updates, and supported our feeding transition beautifully. We couldn't have asked for more.”

“The Centre is a stimulating and happy place for its students — a welcoming environment, open creative spaces, and knowledgeable staff with diverse skill sets. Our daughter absolutely loves going every day.”

“Our daughter has blossomed at Blockhouse Bay. The multicultural environment mirrors our own home — she's learning her heritage language and English with real confidence. Manager Maria is exceptional.”

“The school transition programme at Blockhouse Bay is exceptional — our son started school knowing his letters, numbers, and most importantly, how to confidently navigate a classroom. His teacher was genuinely amazed.”

“As first-time parents we were nervous, but Maria and her team guided us every step of the way. The low child-to-teacher ratio means our daughter gets real, individual attention. Truly wonderful.”

“We visited three different centres before choosing Lilchamps. The difference was immediately obvious — the calm, purposeful environment and the quality of teacher-child interactions set it apart completely.”

“The Montessori materials fascinated our son from day one. He comes home telling us about the golden beads and the pink tower. The environment is exceptionally well-prepared and the teachers are genuinely warm.”

“Being steps from Lloyd Elsmore Park means the children connect with nature every day alongside structured Montessori learning. Our daughter transitioned to school reading above her grade level.”

“The genuine Montessori delivered by teachers who deeply understand it is what drew us in. Our son's independence and curiosity have grown beyond anything we expected. We recommend it to every parent we meet.”

“Walking through the gates at Highland Park you immediately feel the calm, purposeful atmosphere. It's reflected in the children — focused, kind, and genuinely engaged. We're so grateful our daughter grows up here.”

“The way they incorporate te ao Māori into everyday learning is wonderful. Our daughter is growing up proud of her culture while receiving world-class early education.”

“The meals at Mangere Bridge are outstanding — fresh, culturally diverse, and the children genuinely enjoy them. Knowing our son is well-fed and completely cared for gives us total peace of mind.”

“The excursions programme is wonderful. Our daughter gets so excited to tell us about her adventures, and we've joined several outings ourselves. It truly builds a strong sense of community.”

“The Mangere Bridge team's connection to our local community sets it apart. They understand our family's values, celebrate our culture authentically, and build genuine bonds with every child. Truly our home away from home.”

“Our twins have thrived here. The responsive, individualised approach means each child is seen as exactly who they are. The rotating menu of fresh meals has even inspired our own cooking at home.”

“You guys have played an important part in his early education. Thank you for your passion toward Montessori early childhood education. The progress we've seen in our son has been remarkable.”

“My son has thoroughly enjoyed his time at Lilchamps. We're so sad to be leaving — we couldn't find comparable care anywhere else in Auckland. The Montessori approach has transformed how he learns.”

“The Montessori room at Mission Heights is the most thoughtfully designed early learning space we've seen. Our son started counting to 100 and recognising letters within three months. Absolutely incredible.”

“The countryside setting is unlike any other early childhood centre we visited. Children spend real time outdoors connecting with nature, and the purpose-built Montessori room is extraordinary.”

“Mission Heights prepared our daughter for school so thoroughly that her Year 1 teacher pulled us aside to say she had never seen such a confident, independent new student. The Montessori method is genuinely transformative.”

“From our first visit we knew this was the right place. The staff knew our son's name, his preferences, and his progress within the first week. That personal attention is rare and precious.”

“The low teacher-to-child ratios at Onehunga are evident in how well the teachers know our daughter. They understand her moods, her learning style, and her growth trajectory. It truly feels like extended family.”

“A welcoming, inclusive centre that celebrates every family's background. Our children feel completely at home here and have made wonderful friends. The outdoor space is safe, natural, and stimulating.”

“The natural outdoor space is wonderful for city children to connect with the environment. The teachers use it brilliantly — every season brings something new for the children to explore and learn from.”

“We chose Onehunga for its inclusive, multicultural community — and it has exceeded every expectation. Our son arrived speaking only his home language; within months he was confidently bilingual and making close friends.”

“The learning environment at Papatoetoe has given Tane such confidence. He walks in with a smile every morning and comes home full of stories. The teachers are incredible.”

“The specialist team here — drawing on psychology, speech therapy, and teaching expertise — noticed early that our son needed extra support and guided us beautifully. He is thriving now.”

“Music, dance, and art are woven into every day at Papatoetoe. Our daughter wakes up excited to go. The Diwali and Matariki celebrations were so joyfully done — our family felt truly seen and included.”

“The blend of psychology, speech therapy, and teaching expertise is unlike anything else available. When our daughter needed speech support, the team identified it early and guided us to exactly the right resources.”

“Three spacious rooms means the children genuinely transition through different learning environments as they grow. Our son loves telling us about the different activities in his room, and we've seen his independence bloom.”

“Lilchamps came to Porirua and we couldn't be more grateful. The Te Whāriki curriculum and nurturing, child-led approach mean our daughter gets the very best start. The teachers are outstanding.”

“After visiting several centres in Porirua, Lilchamps Aotea stood apart. The environment is calm, purposeful, and genuinely child-centred. Our tamariki have flourished here every single day.”

“The school transition support was exceptional. Our son was confident, curious, and socially skilled when he started school — his teacher commented on how exceptionally well-prepared he was.”

“The motorway access makes drop-off completely stress-free, but it's the warmth of the team that keeps us coming back. Our daughter runs in every morning — she loves her teachers and her friends so much.”

“Having Lilchamps in Aotea has been transformative for our family. The Te Whāriki curriculum and nurturing, child-led approach mean our son is learning in the deepest, most meaningful way. We're forever grateful.”

“The newest Lilchamps centre and already setting an incredibly high standard. The individualised learning pathways mean our daughter's specific strengths and interests are genuinely nurtured. Stunning facility.”

“The Kenepuru Landing team built a genuine relationship with our family from our very first visit. The warmth, the expertise, and the beautiful environment — we knew immediately this was the right choice.”

“As a Wellington family we were thrilled when Lilchamps opened in Kenepuru. The 20 Hours ECE, the Healthy Heart programme, and the school transition support make it outstanding value. Our son loves every day.”

“The team treats every child as a whole person — not just a student. The individualised learning pathways have given our daughter such confidence in her own abilities. She walks in independently every single morning.”

“For a newer centre, Kenepuru Landing already feels like an established, well-loved community. The quality of care and learning is genuinely exceptional — worth every bit of the drive for our family.”