What Families
Say About Us

“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 Li'l Champs. 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 Li'l Champs. 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.”

“Li'l Champs 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, Li'l Champs 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 Li'l Champs 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 Li'l Champs 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 Li'l Champs 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.”