Professional kaiako, safe routines, and daily updates you can trust.
Babies and buddies
Your child learns best with familiar faces. Our babies and buddies model gives each baby a primary kaiako and a small peer group. This steady team supports calm settling, clear cues, and secure relationships. You stay informed with same-day notes, photo moments, and a short handover at pick-up.
We follow respectful practice. We invite your baby to be part of the care. We pause and wait for cues. We keep movements unhurried. This builds trust and a strong sense of belonging. It also makes feeds, sleep, and play smoother for everyone.
Your baby’s day
Arrival and settling
You are greeted by your child’s buddy, kaiako. We check bottles, sleep notes, and any changes. We settle your baby with a known comfort and a simple routine so they feel safe.
Play and movement
We set up short, open-ended play. Mats for tummy time and rolling. Low frames for pulling up. Books, music, and gentle group play. We follow your baby’s pace and interests.
Feeds and sleep
We keep to your plan. We prepare and warm bottles safely. We follow safe sleep checks in a calm, darkened sleep room. We log times so you can plan the rest of the day.
End-of-day handover
We share key moments. We note sleep, feeds, nappies, and play highlights. You leave with a simple plan for tomorrow and any next steps.
Typical rhythm guide
- Morning nap window: 9.30 to 10.30.
- Midday nap window: 12.30 to 2.00.
- Afternoon top-up nap as needed.
Care routines and safety
We follow safe sleep checks at set intervals. We use clean, labelled bedding. We follow strict hygiene for nappy changes and bottles. We have first aid-trained kaiako on every shift. Entry is secure with sign-in for all visitors. Allergy and medication plans are on file, visible to the team, and reviewed with you.
Learning through play
Large motor: tummy time, rolling, reaching, and balance build steady movement and confidence.
Fine motor: grasp, hand-to-mouth, and early self-feeding support growing independence.
Communication: cues, turn-taking, songs, and shared books encourage sounds and first words.
Sense of self: calm, predictable care helps your baby feel safe, seen, and ready to explore.
Read more on Our Curriculum.
Meals and bottles
We work to your routine. You supply breast milk or formula, clearly labelled. We store and warm bottles to your instructions. We support early solids with your plan and allergy notes. We clean and sanitise all feeding equipment after use. Please pack enough wipes, nappies, and spare clothing for the day.
Fees and enrolment
Getting started is simple.
Enquire: send us your details and preferred days.
Visit: meet your buddy kaiako and see the room in action.
Enrol: confirm start date and settling plan.
See Fees and Enrol now for current places and pricing.
In the baby’s room
A calm, light space with soft mats, low equipment, and cosy corners. We share photos with parent consent only. Faces are shown only when consent is on file.
FAQs
Do you use a Baby and/or Buddies’ model?
Yes. Each child has a primary buddy kaiako and a small peer group. This supports calm settling, close observation, and steady routines. Read how it works in Our Curriculum.
How do you manage sleep for different routines?
We follow your plan and adjust over time. We use a calm sleep room, safe bedding, and timed checks. We log sleep so you can keep the same rhythm at home. See our Policies for safe sleep.
What should I pack each day?
Please pack labelled bottles, formula or expressed milk, spare clothes, nappies if preferred, any comforter, and any creams or medications with a signed plan. View our Enrol Now checklist.
Can I visit before enrolment?
Yes. Book a time to see the room, meet your buddy kaiako, and ask questions. Short visits help with settling. Book a visit to arrange your time.
What Parents Say About Us
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“We couldn’t be happier with the care and education our child receives at Remarkable Kids. The teachers are kind, the learning programme is excellent, and our child comes home happy every day!” – Sarah, Westgate Parent
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“Remarkable Kids is more than just a daycare—it’s a place where our child is learning and growing in ways we never imagined. Highly recommend!” – Jason & Emily, West Auckland Parents
Book a visit
Have a question or want to see the room? We reply within one business day.
Ask a question or book a visit now.
Contact and hours
Otahuhu clinic: Unit 6, 225 Great South Road, Otahuhu, Auckland 1062. Open seven days. Map link available.
Massey West clinic: Unit 9, 3 Red Hills Road, Massey, Auckland 0614. Open Monday to Saturday. Map link available.
Phone 09 218 5858
Accessibility and inclusion
Both centres have pram access and room for wheelchairs. We can play quiet music on request. Breaks are welcome. Please tell us about any support needs.
